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Rooker's, Butler's bats propel A's to 8-2 victory over Angels
OAKLAND -- Brent Rooker hit a three-run homer, Lawrence Butler had a bases-clearing double and the Oakland Athletics beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-2 on Saturday.The A's have won five of seven and are on a franchise-long eight-game home winning streak against the Angels, with an announced crowd of 14,574 in attendance at the Coliseum. They have won consecutive series after taking two of three on the road against the Phillies prior to the All-Star break."You just don't know what you're going to see, and how long it's going to take the team to continue the progress that we've made...
Oakland Post: Week of July 17 -23, 2024
To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window. Community Celebrates Historic Oakland Billboard Agreements — We, the Oakland Billboard Economic Development Coalition, which includes Oakland’s six leading community health clinics, all ethnic chambers of commerce, and top community-based economic development organizations – celebrate the historic billboard agreements approved last year by the Oakland City Council. We have fought for this opportunity against the billboard monopoly, against Clear Channel, for five years. The agreements approved by Council set the bar for community benefits – nearly $70 Million over their lifetime, more than 23 times the total paid by all previous Clear Channel relocation agreements in Oakland combined.
SF pledged $120M to help Black residents. The money’s gone in some strange directions
No city in the country has made a bigger monetary investment in its Black community than San Francisco since the racial reckoning of 2020, which saw millions of people across the country take to the streets to protest the police killing of George Floyd. In February 2021, Mayor London Breed...
July 12-18: Pleasant Hill Police calls
The following is a sampling of the Pleasant Hill Police Calls reported between July 12-18 which focuses on the higher priority call responses in the City of Pleasant Hill. 7/17 – Contra Costa Blvd (Wells Fargo): SUBJ STATED THAT AN UNK FEMALE THREW UNK LIQUID ON HIM AND HIS WIFE AFTER A 415 VERBAL. SUBJ/WF WHI SHIRT LEFT IN VEH/NISS SEDAN. NEG MEDICAL REQ.
Darren Waller has faith Daniel Jones can return to his 2022 form
Daniel Jones won’t have Darren Waller to throw to this season after the tight end retired this offseason. The Giants quarterback, though, does have Waller’s support. Waller expects Jones to bounce back from the torn ACL that ended his 2023 season. He threw two touchdowns and six interceptions in six games before going onto injured reserve.
New restaurant joins halal cluster on 16th Street
There are five halal restaurants lining just three blocks of 16th street between Mission and Guerrero. Soon, another will join them: 16th Street Diner, an American breakfast and lunch spot. The new restaurant is expected to open in the next couple weeks at 3147 16th St. near Albion Street, the...
Examining how the SF Giants actually got really good value in 2024 MLB Draft
The draft is the lifeblood of any organization. Every year, teams enjoy an influx of amateur talent as they look for the next homegrown star that will bring them a title. The SF Giants are in a precarious spot this season, however, as they have to surrender both their second and third-round picks for their signings of both Matt Chapman and Blake Snell last offseason. It was beneficial for the sake of winning for this season but hindsight is 20/20. Who would have thought that injuries would run amok in the team in the first half of the season?
Let's Talk: A New Wave of Businesses Hit Walnut Creek
Stylish New Restaurant Lounge Debuts on Main Street. The team behind Honey + Brie charcuterie are opening Chateau in August. Located at 1376 S. Main Street, this chic Parisian-style bistro will feature creative boards, craft cocktails, caviar service, seasonal small plates. Read More. More Good News for Main Street. Napa...
ABC7 News Anchor Dan Ashley honored with park bench for 30 years supporting AIDS Walk SF
The annual AIDS Walk San Francisco was held at Golden Gate Park on Sunday with thousands taking part in this year's 5k walk.ABC7 continues to be a proud sponsor.Organizers say all money raised benefits Bay Area organizations that help people living with HIV and AIDS."There's a lot of people that are out there that still need it. There's certain people that are over a certain age that are still living and fighting to get some of things that they need," said Isaac Rodriguez, Board Member, AIDS Walk San Francisco Foundation.Just before the opening ceremony, ABC News anchor Dan Ashley...
Yankees Linked to $54 Million DJ LeMahieu Replacement: ‘No-Brainer Target’
The New York Yankees are trying to re-take first place in the American League East from the Baltimore Orioles. General manager Brian Cashman is looking for roster upgrades as the July 30 trade deadline nears. Could San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman be a realistic option for the Bombers?
Broad-daylight brawl in the Tenderloin leads to SF’s 19th homicide of 2024
A man was fatally shot and a woman stabbed in a fight that broke out Friday afternoon in the Tenderloin, according to the San Francisco Police Department. The confrontation took place sometime before 2:30 p.m. on Sixth Street near Jessie Street, SFPD said in a Sunday release. Officers said they...
Klay Thompson Pokes Fun At Warriors Duo Steph Curry And Draymond Green By Sharing A Humorous Clip About Playing Them Next Season
Even though Klay Thompson is no longer with the Golden State Warriors, he still jokes around with Draymond Green and Stephen Curry. Thompson posted a video on his Instagram account mocking his upcoming matchup with the Golden State Warriors in the next season. Thompson plays the role of Sonny in...
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