The Latest Breaking News from Oakland

Obstacle Removed in Athletics’ Quest for Waterfront Ballpark

The Oakland City Council has rejected a proposal to put public funding on the November ballot.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 6, 2022

A’s starter Cole Irvin earns first win since April in 5-1 win over Blue Jays

OAKLAND, Calif. — It’s been a while since Oakland A’s starting pitcher Cole Irvin walked away a winner.

Tribune News Service · Jul 5, 2022

Agency clears way for Oakland Athletics $12B ballpark plan

A California agency has cleared the way for the Oakland Athletics to move forward with a $12 billion waterfront ballpark project

The Independent UK · Jun 30, 2022

Back-to-back-to-back home runs highlight Mariners win over A’s

OAKLAND, Calif. — The late-inning stress and anxiety of yet another low-scoring game loomed for the Mariners. In the unusual and uncomfortable heat that hit the Bay Area on the summer solstice, turning the basically empty concrete crypt, which has returned to be being called the Oakland Coliseum, into a…

Tribune News Service · Jun 22, 2022

Jennifer and James Crumbley want Oakland County prosecutor sanctioned for 'liars' comment

PONTIAC, Mich. — Defense attorneys for the parents of the accused Oxford High shooting suspect filed emergency motions Tuesday seeking sanctions against Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald for alleged “unethical and inappropriate” statements and pretrial publicity.

Tribune News Service · Jun 21, 2022

Bay Area native picks up first MLB win as A’s avoid sweep by Royals

OAKLAND, Calif. – A’s left-hander Jared Koenig got the kind of run support Sunday that some of his fellow starting pitchers have only sparingly enjoyed.

Tribune News Service · Jun 19, 2022

O’Hearn’s clutch hitting lifts Royals, Keller to 2-0 win over A’s

OAKLAND, Calif. — Kansas City Royals first baseman/outfielder Ryan O’Hearn sat most of the day, then stepped into the box for one at-bat in a potentially game-changing situation.

Tribune News Service · Jun 18, 2022

Dieter Kurtenbach: Steve Kerr turned in a coaching masterpiece to claim the Warriors a fourth title

BOSTON — When Steve Kerr came to the Warriors, it was because the team needed a head coach that would reset the culture in Oakland.

Tribune News Service · Jun 17, 2022

Blackburn burnishes All-Star credentials as A’s end dismal trip on positive note

Oakland A’s right-hander Paul Blackburn might not have been quite as efficient Thursday as he was in his previous start, which was arguably the best of his Major League career.

Tribune News Service · Jun 16, 2022

Oakland, Calif., declares racism a public health crisis

Oakland City Council votes without opposition to declare the public health crisis and sets aside up to $350,000 for consulting and a data analyst.

WEKU · Jun 13, 2022