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Yahoo News(Reuters) – A measure to grant California workers mandatory sick leave that passed the state legislature early on Saturday appeared poised to become law after Governor Jerry Brown lauded it as a historic achievement. The bill would require employers to …California lawmakers pass paid sick leave billNews10.netBill passes granting California workers paid sick days89.3 […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1B5YzSa via IFTTT Zennie62

California marijuana market poised to explodeThe Willits NewsBy Peterson’s estimate, the overall legal Bay Area pot market is roughly equal in size to Colorado’s, which analysts predict will be about $253 million this year. Even though California’s current medical-marijuana industry is riddled with conflicting … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News By Google […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1CemJLG via IFTTT Zennie62

Cal Opens Cross Country Season In San FranciscoCal AthleticsSAN FRANCISCO – The California men’s and women’s cross country teams both enjoyed impressive starts to the season on Saturday morning at the University of San Francisco Invitational at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. The Golden Bear men won the … …read more Source:: California Golden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vyz0sB via IFTTT Zennie62

California News DigestKMPH Fox 26It would make California the first state to let family members and law enforcement officers petition a judge for a temporary restraining order to prevent someone from possessing a firearm when they appear to pose a threat. By Fenit Nirappil. … Even … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Fox Theater […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vyz1Nn via IFTTT Zennie62

Washington TimesFILE – This July 28, 2014, file photo shows California Governor Jerry Brown as he speaks during a joint press conference with Mexico’s Secretary of Foreign Affairs Jose Antonio Meade in Mexico City. Becoming a governor can take years of … more >.California Gov. Jerry Brown files appeal over teacher tenure rulingFox NewsGov. Jerry […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vyz1Ng via IFTTT Zennie62

Oakland Athletics (78-55) at LA Angels of Anaheim (80-53), 10:05 pm (ET)Sacramento Bee(SportsNetwork.com) – Oakland will rely on Jeff Samardzija on Saturday when it continues a four-game series with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Angel Stadium. The Athletics originally had Scott Kazmir lined up for this start, but Oakland manager …Oakland Athletics – […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1wTsXk8 via IFTTT

Oakland Athletics (78-55) at LA Angels of Anaheim (80-53), 10:05 pm (ET)Sacramento Bee(SportsNetwork.com) – Oakland will rely on Jeff Samardzija on Saturday when it continues a four-game series with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Angel Stadium. The Athletics originally had Scott Kazmir lined up for this start, but Oakland manager …Oakland Athletics – […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1wTsXk8 via IFTTT Zennie62

Bleacher ReportWith the preseason now at an end, the Oakland Raiders have until Saturday to pare the roster down to 53 players. Some of the cuts are obvious, but there are several that will remain a mystery until the official announcement is made by the team. Oakland … …read more Source:: Oakland Raiders News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qPx7Vc via IFTTT

Historic California groundwater regulation heads to Jerry BrownSacramento BeeIt moved in tandem with a related measure, Senate Bill 1168, that on Friday passed the Assembly 45-26 before the Senate sent it to Gov. Jerry Brown on a 24-10 vote. The bills are structured so the governor must sign both for either to take effect … […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qPAgV2 via IFTTT

OUSD addresses bus system after special-ed students are left strandedKTVU San FranciscoHundreds of Bay Area special education students were left stranded their first week of school. The Oakland Unified School District says they take responsibility for the “colossal crisis.” The school district hired a new bus vendor this year but says it … …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/VUi2Wo via IFTTT

Cal AthleticsThe California football team is chomping at the bit to start the 2014 season. The Golden Bears are eager to prove the naysayers wrong in that the 2013 season is behind them and that things are going to be different this season. The coaching staff was …Can Northwestern tame Cal Bears again?Chicago Daily HeraldCal […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qPAdbO via IFTTT

Meet Oakland’s 15 mayoral candidatesSFGate (blog)A community organizer who loves Tequila and motorcycles. A Navy veteran who was a spokesman for Occupy Oakland. A gun-toting Army vet who wants everyone to carry guns. Meet some of the 14 people challenging Oakland Mayor Jean Quan for her seat … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/VUi2G0 via IFTTT

California marijuana market poised to explodeSan Jose Mercury NewsBy Peterson’s estimate, the overall legal Bay Area pot market is roughly equal in size to Colorado’s, which analysts predict will be about $253 million this year. Even though California’s current medical-marijuana industry is riddled with conflicting … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1n6ZUQD via IFTTT

Historic California groundwater regulation heads to Jerry BrownSacramento BeeIt moved in tandem with a related measure, Senate Bill 1168, that on Friday passed the Assembly 45-26 before the Senate sent it to Gov. Jerry Brown on a 24-10 vote. The bills are structured so the governor must sign both for either to take effect … […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qPAgV2 via IFTTT Zennie62

OUSD addresses bus system after special-ed students are left strandedKTVU San FranciscoHundreds of Bay Area special education students were left stranded their first week of school. The Oakland Unified School District says they take responsibility for the “colossal crisis.” The school district hired a new bus vendor this year but says it … …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/VUi2Wo via IFTTT Zennie62

Bleacher ReportWith the preseason now at an end, the Oakland Raiders have until Saturday to pare the roster down to 53 players. Some of the cuts are obvious, but there are several that will remain a mystery until the official announcement is made by the team. Oakland … …read more Source:: Oakland Raiders News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qPx7Vc via IFTTT Zennie62

Groundwater regulations headed to Gov. Jerry BrownThe San Luis Obispo TribuneSACRAMENTO, Calif. — California is on the verge of regulating groundwater for the first time under legislation headed to Gov. Jerry Brown. The state Assembly on Friday approved AB1739 on a 44-27 vote. It is one of three bills overhauling the state’s … …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1zUi1yP via IFTTT

A’s drop protest of obstruction call on Brandon MossSFGate (blog)As The Chronicle reported first on Twitter this morning, the A’s decided against filing an official protest over last night’s ninth-inning obstruction call on first baseman Brandon Moss. Assistant general manager David Forst told me that he, general …Why August Shouldn’t Worry Athletics FansSwingin’ A’sAthletics drop […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/XZJqUK via IFTTT

Man shot in East Oakland attempted robberyContra Costa TimesOAKLAND — A 27-year-old man was shot in the leg Thursday night in East Oakland after refusing to give a robber his money, police said Friday. The victim was able to get his own transportation to a hospital, where he was in stable condition. The … and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/XZJqUI via IFTTT

Passages: Hadi Monsef, 1933-2014The AlamedanMonsef served on Alameda’s Public Utilities Commission from 1975 to 1983 and was appointed to the City Council in 1983, to fill Anne Diament’s seat when she became mayor. He served on the council as a … He was also active in Girls Inc. of the Island … …read more Source:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/XZJnIs via IFTTT

MiamiHerald.comCalifornia is on the verge of regulating its groundwater supply for the first time, as the worst drought in a generation pushed state leaders to overhaul the state’s longstanding “pump-as-you-please” policy. The state Assembly on Friday voted 44-27 to …The California Oil Industry Is Now Required To Disclose Its Water UseHuffington PostCalifornia Senate Approves Bill […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1B2zO9A via IFTTT Zennie62

Groundwater regulations headed to Gov. Jerry BrownThe San Luis Obispo TribuneSACRAMENTO, Calif. — California is on the verge of regulating groundwater for the first time under legislation headed to Gov. Jerry Brown. The state Assembly on Friday approved AB1739 on a 44-27 vote. It is one of three bills overhauling the state’s … …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1zUi1yP via IFTTT Zennie62

A’s drop protest of obstruction call on Brandon MossSFGate (blog)As The Chronicle reported first on Twitter this morning, the A’s decided against filing an official protest over last night’s ninth-inning obstruction call on first baseman Brandon Moss. Assistant general manager David Forst told me that he, general …Why August Shouldn’t Worry Athletics FansSwingin’ A’sAthletics drop […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/XZJqUK via IFTTT Zennie62

Man shot in East Oakland attempted robberyContra Costa TimesOAKLAND — A 27-year-old man was shot in the leg Thursday night in East Oakland after refusing to give a robber his money, police said Friday. The victim was able to get his own transportation to a hospital, where he was in stable condition. The … and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/XZJqUI via IFTTT Zennie62

Passages: Hadi Monsef, 1933-2014The AlamedanMonsef served on Alameda’s Public Utilities Commission from 1975 to 1983 and was appointed to the City Council in 1983, to fill Anne Diament’s seat when she became mayor. He served on the council as a … He was also active in Girls Inc. of the Island … …read more Source:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/XZJnIs via IFTTT Zennie62

SFGate (blog)Below is a list of black-owned restaurants in San Francisco and Oakland, provided by Templeton. The event’s organizers want to especially highlight the support needed at the Fillmore’s six-year-old soul food spot Gussie’s Chicken and Waffles, which is … …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qowW1W via IFTTT

SFGate (blog)Owner Josh Margolis, who opened his first East Bay Rosamunde in Old Oakland’s Swan’s marketplace last year, confirmed he’s taking over the Good Bellies Café space at 4659 Telegraph Avenue, a stone’s throw from popular restaurants such as Burma … …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vvj1f2 via IFTTT

Back In Camp: Cross CountryCal AthleticsOn the men’s side, the Bears return the majority of their roster from last season, including a strong group of veterans in their top-seven. Despite the graduation of standout J.P. Slater from last year’s squad, Cal welcomes back the nucleus of Thomas … and more …read more Source:: California Golden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vvj2Q7 via IFTTT

MiamiHerald.comCalifornia is on the verge of regulating its groundwater supply for the first time, as the worst drought in a generation pushed state leaders to overhaul the state’s longstanding “pump-as-you-please” policy. The state Assembly on Friday voted 44-27 to …The California Oil Industry Is Now Required To Disclose Its Water UseHuffington PostCalifornia Senate Approves Bill […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1B2zO9A via IFTTT

SFGate (blog)Below is a list of black-owned restaurants in San Francisco and Oakland, provided by Templeton. The event’s organizers want to especially highlight the support needed at the Fillmore’s six-year-old soul food spot Gussie’s Chicken and Waffles, which is … …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qowW1W via IFTTT Zennie62