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Parker, Giant’s Beat A’s In Bay Bridge Series

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11 years ago

September 26, 2015

Oakland, CA – Sometimes even the best pitchers are nervous. In what was supposed to be the matchup of the year, turned out to be a game to remember for rookie Jarrett Parker. He stole the show with three homer runs, including a grand slam that gave the Giants a 14-10 victory over the A’s.

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“It’s the best offensive game, I’ve ever seen, personally” said San Francisco’s manager Bruce Bochy. “To hit a grand slam with the game tied, just an amazing day for this kid. He makes it look easy and we needed it the way the game went. This is something he will never forget or I, or the whole club.”

It’s an unusual situation in baseball to have two former teammates pitch against each other while playing for both teams in a matchup. But for Barry Zito and Tim Hudson who were both part of the “Big Three” in Oakland, also won a World Series with the Giants. Today, they faced each other on the mound in the Bay Bridge Series.

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“It’s really cool because there are so many story lines,” Reliever Sean Doolittle said. “Zito taking a year off and grinding it out all year in Triple-A. He didn’t have anything to prove, his career speaks for itself, this is something he wanted to prove he could do. It’s awesome. You couldn’t have scripted it any better. A lot of people don’t have the opportunity to have closure like this.”

Unfortunately, it wasn’t the start either pitcher imagined. Hudson lasted 1 1/3 innings after issuing two walks that resulted in two runs and two hit batters that led to one unearned run.

He gave up one hit and walked three before exiting to a standing ovation in the second. Zito outlasted his counterpart one batter, he was replaced after yielding a leadoff walk to Buster Posey to start the third.

“There’s a lot of fanfare around this game,” said Ryan Vogelsong. “I think its cool their both getting recognized about what they did because there are a lot of guys in this game they don’t get to have that. A lot of guys have to walk away from their last game just throwing their jerseys in the laundry. So it’s special to have the recognition as your going out, not everyone gets the Derek Jeter or Mariano Rivera treatment.”

The fanfare and hype definitely overshadowed the actual game because both pitchers performance was below par. The A’s defense let a few opportunities squandered past them in keeping runners off base. Nonetheless, Zito gave up a two-run double to Marlon Byrd in the first, a solo home run to Parker and a RBI single to Kelby Tomlinson in the second giving San Francisco a 4-0 lead.

But Hudson allowed Oakland to get back in the game by keeping the bases loaded walking in three runs. With no outs he walked in two batters making it a 4-2 game. Hudson hit two batters, the second walked in a run. Bochy saw enough and replaced the righty in the middle of an at-bat. Ryan Vogelsong took over forcing Josh Reddick to hit into a double play to end the inning.

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“It didn’t turn out exactly how I drew it up, but it turned out to be a good day,” Hudson said. “It was a day with a lot of emotions going on. I lost the feel for the strike zone and couldn’t really find it for whatever reason. I wish we both could’ve done better, it just wasn’t the case today. But both of us will appreciate this day forever.”

After Zito walked off to a standing ovation, the game returned to some normalcy. The A’s offense exploded scoring five runs in the third.

Danny Valencia led off the frame with a single, Stephen Vogt followed with a double and Eric Sogard drove them both in with a two-run double. Billy Burns doubled scoring in Sogard and Mark Canha doubled to center field, where the ball dropped in between both Parker and Angel Pagan extending Oakland’s lead 8-4.

The Giants didn’t give up hope, they scored three runs trimming the A’s lead down to one in the sixth. Trevor Brown hit a double and Pagan followed with a RBI single. Matt Duffy scored in Pagan with a double and Buster Posey drove in Duffy with a RBI single. Oakland’s defense fell apart giving San Francisco an opportunity to get back in this game. But Billy Butler kept the A’s alive when he went deep with a two-run homer making it a 10-7 game.

“I just tried to keep it simple and stick to my game plan,” said Parker. “Three home runs, I don’t think I’ve ever done that before, that’s pretty wild. Thinking about it now, it’s pretty crazy.”

Parker homered two more times in the seventh and eighth. He brought the Giants within one point on his second home run. His third was a grand slam putting the Giants ahead 14-10 to seal their win. Parker became the teams first rookie ever to hit three home runs in a game. He is also the first to have three home runs and seven RBI in a game since Willie Mays who had four home runs and eight RBI on April 30, 1961 at Milwaukee.

“I talked to almost every Giants hitter; I was telling them, ‘Man, this feels like a spring training game,’ the way it went back and forth,” Vogt said. “Bottom line: I do not care about the outcome. The outcome does not matter. Today was an outstanding day. It was everything that Oakland A’s fans deserve. It was everything that San Francisco Giants fans deserve.”

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New Protections for Ticket Buyers: Gov. Newsom Signs Assemblymember Isaac Bryan’s Bill

OAKLAND POST — Assembly Bill 1349 expands state regulation of original ticket sellers, resellers and online resale marketplaces. The law targets deceptive sales practices, ticket-buying software and speculative listings — tickets advertised for sale by sellers who do not possess them or have authorization to sell them.

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October 4, 2026

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Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Ladera Heights). File photo.

By California Black Media Staff

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation on Sept. 27 authored by Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Ladera Heights) that strengthens consumer protections for Californians purchasing tickets to concerts, sporting events and other live entertainment.

Assembly Bill 1349 expands state regulation of original ticket sellers, resellers and online resale marketplaces. The law targets deceptive sales practices, ticket-buying software and speculative listings — tickets advertised for sale by sellers who do not possess them or have authorization to sell them.

“Buying a ticket shouldn’t come with hidden risks or unfair practices,” Newsom wrote on social media after signing the measure.

Under AB 1349, ticket sellers are prohibited from listing tickets before they have been officially released unless they have authorization or a legally enforceable right to receive them. Online marketplaces must also take reasonable steps to prevent speculative ticket sales on their platforms.

The law prohibits sellers from using bots, multiple accounts, email addresses or internet protocol addresses to circumvent ticket limits, presale restrictions, electronic queues and other controls. It also bans websites and advertisements designed to mislead buyers into believing they are purchasing tickets from an authorized seller, venue or event organizer.

Sellers who violate certain provisions and fail to provide a promised ticket may be held liable for twice the ticket’s contracted price. Buyers may also recover nonrefundable expenses incurred while attempting to attend an event, along with reasonable attorney’s fees and court costs.

Pastor Tecoy Porter Sr., president of the National Action Network’s Sacramento chapter, said the law establishes needed accountability.

“Buying a ticket to a concert or show shouldn’t mean entering a marketplace where the rules are stacked against you. This year, we worked with a coalition of consumers, civil rights advocates, community groups, and businesses to make AB 1349 stronger. Consumers deserve enforceable rules that protect them. We thank Assemblymember Bryan for his leadership, and we will keep working to make ticketing fair for every Californian.”

Jose L. Barrera, national vice president for the Far West Region of the League of United Latin American Citizens, also praised the measure.

“Californian families deserve certain protections when they buy tickets. Assemblymember Bryan listened to communities across California and delivered a bill that puts fans first. We thank him and Governor Newsom for making it law.”

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Zakiya Jendayi Arrested, Locked Out of Home by Sheriff’s Deputies

OALAND POST — On Tuesday, deputies followed Jendayi as she left her residence of 13 years to file documents in her case at the Appellate Court. Deputies arrested her upon arrival and transported her to Santa Rita Jail.

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By Tanya Dennis

Yesterday, more than 10 Alameda County Sheriff’s deputies arrived to take possession of Zakiya Jendayi’s home on behalf of a court-appointed administrator. Jendayi was arrested at the courthouse and transported to Santa Rita Jail around the same time.

Jendayi, who has been embroiled in a probate court battle to retain the inheritance bestowed on her by a longtime friend and colleague who passed away in 2013, had received a notice of eviction last month.

With help from neighbors, friends and clergy, she was able to fend off the eviction from 3614 Randolph Ave. in Oakland and even obtained a reprieve when her bid to file bankruptcy was approved by a county court.

But Philip Campbell, the court-appointed administrator, had already placed Jendayi’s home in his name in October 2025.

On Tuesday, deputies followed Jendayi when she left her residence of 13 years to go to the Appellate Court to file documents in her case. Deputies arrested her upon arrival and transported her to Santa Rita jail.

Undersheriff April Luckett-Fahini said Jendayi was arrested for “safety reasons.” At this time, it is unknown what charges were used for the arrest.

In Jendayi’s absence, Campbell came to her residence accompanied by deputies, had the property taped off with yellow crime tape, and had the locks changed.

Afterward, Campbell requested a police escort to his car amid several angry neighbors who had been advocating that officials pause the eviction pending Jendayi’s appeal.

“Zakiya Jendayi is a respected Black elder in our community,” said Alameda County Supervisor Nikki Fortunato Bas, who has been working with Jendayi to prevent her eviction. “It’s outrageous that she was arrested. There needs to be more justice and equity in our probate system.”

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Ask California: Golden State Releases New AI Chatbot

Gov. Gavin Newsom introduced the prototype as part of the state’s broader effort to use artificial intelligence to make government services easier to access. The launch follows his March 2026 executive order directing state agencies to responsibly implement generative AI while protecting privacy, security and civil liberties.

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September 22, 2026

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By Bo Tefu, California Black Media

California has launched AskCA, a new artificial intelligence-powered chatbot designed to help residents find and navigate state and local government services through a single online platform.

Developed by the state’s Office of Data and Innovation, AskCA is designed around major life events rather than individual government agencies. Californians can use the tool to find information about finding a job, starting a business, accessing family services and recovering from disasters.

“When a Californian needs help, they shouldn’t have to become an expert in government to find it,” said Newsom. “We’re using the best technology California has to offer to make the government more efficient, effective, and more engaged.”

The state is now seeking Californians age 18 and older to participate in the pilot and help test and refine AskCA’s responses. Officials said subject matter experts across state governments are helping inform the chatbot’s answers, which are designed to draw from verified government sources and provide actionable information.

The prototype grew out of California’s response to the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. Early testing included more than 140 fire recovery leaders and Altadena wildfire survivors, a dozen job seekers and more than 100 general users.

Jeffery Marino, director of the Office of Data and Innovation, said the tool is intended to remove the need for residents to understand how government agencies are organized before they can get help.

“Californians should not have to understand how the government is organized just to get basic help,” Marino said.

AskCA’s technology will also be used in a new job-skills matching feature that the California Department of Human Resources plans to launch Sept. 30 on CalCareers. Job seekers will be able to upload a resume and receive potential matches to state job classifications.

The state said the CalCareers pilot will not store personal information or require users to have a CalCareers account. California plans to continue testing AskCA as officials evaluate its accuracy, performance and usefulness before expanding the system.