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Where Change Begins—K. Snyder, The Visionary Behind Reparations 101

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:20:18 GMT

Even today, people are judged not by the value they add but by the color of their skin. As racism persists in a place known to be called “The Land of the Free,” we have to ask ourselves, “Are we really free?”In 2020, we saw the world chanting “I can’t breathe” for an innocent Black man whose demise was among the countless lives that were suffocated, stripped of their voice just because of their appearance. The George Floyd protests were rare occasions when people worldwide united against the forces of hate, giving us hope that maybe there is a brighter tomorrow.However, how do we ensure our voices impact future generations?Without knowledge, there is no power. We must first examine and research America’s history of racial inequality before we pursue fighting to regain what we have lost for reparations.And helping us achieve just that, there is a man who presents a guide for anyone wishing to step forward with strength and bravery to he...

Unveiling the Unspoken: Dawn Smith-Theodore’s Journey Through Dance, Desire, and Disorder in ‘Mother, Men and Me

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:20:18 GMT

Dawn Smith-Theodore‘s new memoir, “Mother, Men and Me,” is a raw cut through the facade of familial perfection, a deep dive into the chaos of personal demons, and a stark revelation of the truths that shape us. Following her insightful guide for dancers, “TuTu Thin,” Smith-Theodore now turns the spotlight inward, revealing her own skirmishes with anorexia, the tangled web of relationships, and the relentless pursuit of professional dance against a backdrop of family secrets.Set in a small Ohio town, the memoir doesn’t romanticize the struggles of its author. Instead, it presents a forthright account of Smith-Theodore’s early life, marked by an innocent crush that spirals into a complex understanding of her mother’s hidden past. It’s a story that doesn’t meander through unnecessary prose but gets straight to the point—life is messy, and the journey to self-discovery is often paved with more questions than answers.Smith-Theod...

McCarthy denies accusation of elbowing Rep. in the kidney

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:20:18 GMT

By Annie Grayer and Melanie Zanona | CNNGOP Rep. Tim Burchett of Tennessee accused former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of elbowing him in the back Tuesday morning while Burchett was talking to a reporter, the latest sign of how tense the dynamics are in the House GOP conference.Burchett, who was one of the eight Republicans who voted to oust McCarthy, has been heavily critical of the former speaker and the alleged altercation is the latest sign of the pressure cooker dynamics in the House GOP right now.Burchett criticized McCarthy for being a “bully” as he described his altercation with the former House GOP leader where he says McCarthy elbowed him in the kidneys while he was talking to a reporter this morning in the hallway outside the GOP conference meeting.“I got elbowed in the back and it kind of caught me off guard because it was a clean shot to the kidneys. And I turned back (and) there, there was Kevin, and for a minute I was kind of what the heck just happened and then chase...

Nevada teachers’ union to file lawsuit that could stop public funding for Oakland A’s new ballpark in Las Vegas

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:20:18 GMT

In another effort to stop $380 million in public funding for a new baseball stadium in Las Vegas, a Nevada teachers union announced new plans for legal action on Tuesday.It is not expected to stop MLB owners from voting to approve the Oakland A’s relocation on Thursday, when the owners will meet in Arlington, Texas, and expect to approve the relocation in a unanimous vote, according to The Athletic.But the new lawsuit could call into question the viability of Fisher’s plan to move the club into a ballpark on the Las Vegas strip. Without public funding, or with a delay in public funding, Fisher may be forced to find an alternative location.The teachers’ lawsuit will challenge the language of the bill signed into law by Gov. Joe Lombardo in June, when the state legislature approved the public spending package.Dawn Etcheverry, an elementary music teacher and the president of the union’s “Schools Over Stadiums” political arm, said in a statement that the bill “violates at least five sec...

The top 10 most expensive home sales in Alameda, Piedmont and Oakland, reported the week of Nov. 6

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:20:18 GMT

A house in Oakland that sold for $2.1 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Alameda, Piedmont and Oakland in the past week.In total, 13 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $1.4 million. The average price per square foot was $818.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Nov. 6 even if the property may have been sold earlier.10. $1 million, single-family house in the 300 block of Orange StreetThe 1,419 square-foot single-family house in the 300 block of Orange Street, Oakland, has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in September and the total purchase price was $1,022,000, $720 per square foot. The house was built in 1923. The house features three bedrooms and two bathrooms.Orange Street9. $1.3 million, single-family home in the 7000 block of Elverton DriveA sale has been finalized for the single-family hou...

SF Giants round out Bob Melvin’s staff with pitching, bullpen coach

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:20:18 GMT

The San Francisco Giants on Tuesday announced two more additions to new manager Bob Melvin’s coaching staff, adding some familiarity to a pitching department that was expected to see some turnover despite its successes under the previous regime.Bryan Price, the first pitching coach Melvin ever worked with, will take over the position from Andrew Bailey, who the organization would have liked to have back but has been pursuing jobs closer to his family on the East Coast, while Garvin Alston was promoted from Triple-A pitching coach to replace Craig Albernaz as the bullpen coach.The new hires bring Melvin’s staff to 11, with Price joining third base coach Matt Williams and bench coach Ryan Christenson as newcomers to the organization. Of the members of former manager Gabe Kapler’s staff who have either taken jobs elsewhere or not confirmed to be staying on are Bailey, Albernaz, director of pitching Brian Bannister, first base coach Antoan Richardson, bench coach Kai C...

Pelosi attack suspect says he wanted to end corruption

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:20:18 GMT

By Olga R. Rodriguez | Associated PressSAN FRANCISCO — The man accused of attacking former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband with a hammer last year told jurors at his federal trial Tuesday how he went to the Pelosis’ San Francisco home as part of a bigger plan to end corruption in the United States.David DePape spoke for more than an hour in which he tearfully recounted about how his political leanings went from leftist to right-wing after reading a comment on a YouTube video about former President Donald Trump. He did not deny bludgeoning Paul Pelosi, saying he reacted after realizing his larger plan might be unraveling.DePape has pleaded not guilty to attempted kidnapping of a federal official and assault on the immediate family member of a federal official with intent to retaliate against the official for performance of their duties. His attorneys argue that he was not seeking to go after Nancy Pelosi because of her official duties as a member of Congress and...

David DePape testifies that he wanted to end corruption

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:20:18 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The man accused of attacking former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband with a hammer last year told jurors at his federal trial Tuesday how he went to the Pelosis' San Francisco home as part of a bigger plan to end corruption in the United States.David DePape spoke for more than an hour in which he tearfully recounted about how his political leanings went from leftist to right-wing after reading a comment on a YouTube video about former President Donald Trump. He did not deny bludgeoning Paul Pelosi, saying he reacted after realizing his larger plan might be unraveling. Pamela Price recall organizers give update in Oakland DePape has pleaded not guilty to attempted kidnapping of a federal official and assault on the immediate family member of a federal official with intent to retaliate against the official for performance of their duties. His attorneys argue that he was not seeking to go after Nancy Pelosi because of her official duties as a member...

Oakland Fire Department awarded $100K grant from the Office of Traffic Safety

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:20:18 GMT

(KRON) – The Oakland Fire Department is the recipient of a $100,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to purchase new extrication equipment, the department announced Tuesday. First responders use new extrication tools to safely rescue crash victims trapped inside a vehicle.“This grant will have a significant impact on our ability to protect and serve our community, allowing us to respond even more effectively in times of crisis,” said Oakland Fire Chief Damon Covington. “The funding will pay for modern rescue tools and provide training to first responders that is critical for the care of those injured in crashes.”Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao congratulated Chief Covington on his new position as Fire Chief, “Chief Covington has worked his way from a recruit all the way to Chief of our Fire Department because he is committed to the health and safety of our residents, communities, and rank and file member...

Pamela Price recall organizers give update in Oakland

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:20:18 GMT

(KRON) -- Supporters of the recall movement aimed at removing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price from office held an event in Oakland on Tuesday. At the event recall proponents brandished signs supporting the recall and took turns speaking at the microphone demanding the recall of the DA who was duly elected to office by voters last November.Almost since the moment she was sworn into office, Price has been targeted by a recall effort, reminiscent of the one that unseated former San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin from office last year. Like Boudin, Price has been criticized for what many feel are overly lenient, progressive enforcement policies. Walnut Creek robbery suspect arrested Among the speakers at Tuesday's event was Carl Chen, the President of Oakland's Chinatown Chamber of Commerce and an organizer behind Save Alameda For Everyone (SAFE), who said the group was on pace to gather the signatures necessary to place a recall on the ballot.As the crowd repe...