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Ex-NFL star Doug Martin dies aged 36 after reported struggle with police

Former Buccaneers and Boise State running back Doug Martin has died at 36, his family said. The East Bay Times reported he died in Oakland police custody

The Guardian - US

Americans Hate These 4 Cities — but That Might Make Them Hidden Gems for Buyers

Discover why cities like Detroit and Oakland, despite their low favorability, could offer smart opportunities for homebuyers and real estate investors.

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Black mayors of cities Trump decries as 'lawless' tout significant declines in violent crimes

Members of the African American Mayors Association started noticing last year declines in violent crime in their cities

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‘Ohhhhh, she knew. 1000%’: Oakland baker gifts red velvet cake to boyfriend. Then she gets a call from his wife ordering a cake for him

An Oakland, California baker received a surprise cake order that left her stunned: It came from her boyfriend’s wife. In a now viral saga that has grossed over 600,000 views, spanning multiple updates, Ashley (@shelleyjayyy) explained the difficult and tricky situation she ended up in when “the love of her…

The Mary Sue

‘Our dreams were shattered’: the Black Californians forced from the city they built

In the 60s, the white city of Hayward removed residents of Russell City. Now a $1m reparations fund has been approved – and important histories are coming to light

The Guardian - US

Tale of 3 A's cities: Oakland left behind, Sacramento a temporary stop, Las Vegas awaits

The Athletics have moved to a Triple-A ballpark in Sacramento for three years, leaving behind mixed feelings

The Independent UK

Updated Top NFL Player-Producing California High Schools

The Top pro-producing high schools in California with their respective ranks, player counts, and cities.

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Looking For A House In California: 8 Cities You Should Never Look In

If you’re looking for a house in California, you already know the market is wild. Prices are sky-high, competition is fierce, and finding a place that fits your needs (and your budget) can feel impossible. But here’s the thing: not all California cities are created equal. Some places are so…

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US DOJ Sues Palestinian Café Owner for Kicking Out Jewish Customers, Naming Drink After Hamas Chief

The US DOJ is taking on Jerusalem Coffee House for allegedly refusing service to Jewish customers and naming a drink after a Hamas leader. Is this a stand against antisemitism or a free speech debate?

International Business Times UK

Brickbat: Road Hard

Oakland residents, fed up with dangerous late-night sideshows where cars do stunts, built their own speed bumps on East 21st… The post Brickbat: Road Hard appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason

"There would be shootouts down the street." Machine Head's Robb Flynn takes us on a tour of Oakland, California - and 30 years of metal history

From broken ribs and drug deals to playing arenas and stadiums around the world, Robb Flynn has proved time and again he's metal's ultimate survivor

Metal Hammer

Brickbat: Forget It, Jake…

In Oakland, California's Chinatown neighborhood, business owners are facing thousands of dollars in fines from the city for graffiti on… The post Brickbat: Forget It, Jake… appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason

Barbara Lee, trailblazing former US Congress member, elected Oakland mayor

Lee defeated a moderate backed by outside groups working to push the Bay Area’s progressive politics to the center

The Guardian - US

Barbara Lee forged a historic path in Congress. Does Oakland want her back for mayor?

The progressive icon, 78, may be the frontrunner, but a more moderate contender may represent much-needed change

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The A’s settled into their new home in Sacramento. The result was familiar

The team that brought us Moneyball is in the middle of a move from Oakland to Las Vegas. Fans turned up to their home opener but this is still a club in flux

Sports Illustrated

The A’s Failed Their Sacramento Debut, but Sutter Health Park Largely Passed

Attending the Athletics’ first game in their makeshift home was memorable despite the minor-league park’s oddities and shortcomings.

The Conversation

Electric cars are going mainstream – Elon Musk won’t change that

“When you ride Tesla, you ride with Hitler” according to a reworked second world war propaganda poster that was discovered in Oakland, California last month.

The Guardian - US

What happens when the US declares war on your parents? The Black Panther cubs know

The Black Panthers shook America awake before the party was eviscerated by the US government. Their children paid a steep price, but also emerged with unassailable pride and burning lessons for today

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The future happens in Oakland first. That’s a cautionary tale for global cities

International trade boomed with the city’s early adoption of technological and economic changes, but Black neighborhoods became ‘sacrifice zones’

The Independent UK

A jogger was raped and murdered in a busy Bay Area park 35 years ago. Cops finally have a suspect

Maria Weidhofer was 32 when she was last seen on November 15, 1990, when she went out for a run in Oakland, California

Metal Hammer

Machine Head announce new album Unatoned, hear ferocious single Unbound here

Oakland’s groove metal greats will smack you about with their next torrent of riffs in April

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Athletics Extend Manager Mark Kotsay Through 2028 Season

Mark Kotsay signs contract extension with Oakland Athletics through 2028 season, aiming for playoffs with promising young roster and key offseason signings.

The Independent UK

Stephen and Ayesha Curry are celebrating their roles as All-Star hosts in the Bay this weekend

Stephen and Ayesha Curry are are using their platform at the NBA's All-Star weekend to highlight many of their loves: basketball, fashion, food, friends and giving back

Sports Illustrated

NBA Unveils 2025 All-Star Game Jerseys Ahead of New Tournament-Style Event

The 2025 NBA All-Star Game will take place at San Francisco's Chase Center on Sunday, February 16.

The Independent UK

Ayesha Curry's store in Oakland closes permanently due to safety concerns

The entrepreneur shares four children with husband Stephen Curry

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