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Stanford Headed To Rose Bowl With Win Over USC

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December 5, 2015

Santa Clara, CA – The conference championship did not disappoint. While both teams were vying for a spot at the Rose Bowl, the worst possible scenario happened for the Stanford Cardinal’s. With a 34-22 win over the USC Trojans, the Cardinal’s will be headed to the Rose Bowl and not the BCS Championship they were hoping for. Both Alabama and Clemson won knocking them out of playoff contention.

“Very proud of our kids and the season that they’ve had,” said Trojans head coach Clay Helton. “To make it to a Pac-12 Championship game is a great honor for us. Very sad for them that we did not play our best game against a very, very talented Stanford team.”

Both teams prior to tonight’s game had good wins last week but the better team advanced. The Pac-12 Championship game started off slowly when a more aggressive Cardinal’s team led 3-0 with a field goal after Kevin Hogan’s touchdown pass to Christian McCaffrey was overturned due to a penalty. McCaffrey had a phenomenal game with 32 carries, 4 catches and 1 pass for a total of 461 yards.

“I mean what doesn’t he do is what you could ask me,” OLB Su’a Cravens said about McCaffrey. “He catches the ball in the back field, makes guys miss, and takes it to the house, and rush the ball inside and on the edge and really score with any play they draw for him. He’s just a special guy. In my opinion, he should win the Heisman.”

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He’s a top candidate for the Heisman Trophy and will definitely head to New York. USC Adoree Jackson made a great block on a deep pass from Hogan to McCaffrey on opening drive which forced the field goal. By the end of the quarter Stanford was fourth and short going for it, getting the first down with less than a minute left. The Cardinal’s “wildcat” play began the second with McCaffrey’s 11-yard touchdown pass to Hogan extending their lead 10-0.

The MVP of the night, continued to amaze the fans with his performance today. McCaffrey’s 50 yard run setup Stanford’s second field goal of the game. The running back made history tonight when he surpassed Barry Sanders 3,250 all-purpose yards late in the second quarter. But Saunders did it in 11 games while McCaffrey took the whole season, he finished the game with 3,496 all-purpose yards. Peter Gustin sacked Hogan giving the Trojans back the ball. Alex Woods kicked a 40-yard field goal to end the half making it a 13-3 game.

“It’s a huge honor, it really is,” said McCaffrey on breaking Saunders record. “It’s an extremely exciting feat for me, I couldn’t do it without my teammates. I can’t tell you how much I love those guys. It takes all 11 guys n the field doing their job on the field to make it happen. I love this team.”

USC came out of the half more aggressive and scored their first touchdown to make it an exciting game. Cody Kessler finally connected with a receiver, he threw a 1-yard touchdown to Jaleel Pinner. Wood missed the extra point. 75 plays for 65 yards was all it took for the Trojans to become more competitive in the third. Kessler moved his offense down the field quickly with back-to-back first downs. A flag on the next play moved the chains giving USC a huge break.

That set up Ronald Jones rushing for the 27-yard touchdown for the lead. This is the first the Trojans have led all game. USC had a total of 251 yards, 80 of that came in the first half while 171 yards was recorded in the third quarter alone, 95 rushing yards. But McCaffrey kept Stanford in contention with a 67-yard pass from Hogan to McCaffrey. That setup a 7-yard touchdown by Hogan giving the Cardinals back the lead 20-16.

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“The biggest thing for us was corralling those receivers,” Stanford head coach David Shaw said about USC coming out strong in the second half. “You know JuJu, we know he’s not one hundred percent. He’s a special, special football player. He can make guys miss. And Alijah Holder did a really good job in the second half getting him on the ground. Our guys kept fighting the whole game. We trust our defense, we trust our guys.”

McCaffrey now has 442 all purpose yards a Pac-12 Championship record. LeMichael James previously held he record with 288 yards. Kessler was sacked by Blake Martinez forcing a fumble that led to a defensive touchdown by Solomon Thomas for 34-yards making it a 27-16 game. That was the first defensive return touchdown in Pac-12 history.

Kessler on the quarterback keeper, rushed for a 12-yard touchdown and the Trojans failed on the 2-point field goal in the fourth. Down by 5-points with everything on the line for both teams. JuJu Smith-Schuster set a career-high 11 receptions in a single game, that marks a championship record. With 6:35 left in the fourth Hogan found a wide open McCaffrey for a 28-yard touchdown. Stanford gave themselves enough breathing room with a 34-22 lead.

“I think I was just able to — I was put in a bunch of situations to be successful, I think,” McCaffrey said. “I can’t talk enough about the O-line and the holes, especially in the first half. We knew that if we wanted to win the game, we were going to have to run the ball efficiently, and those guys were unbelievable.”

The stats alone for McCaffrey is enough to increase his votes for the Heisman. USC NET TOTAL Yards is 357 while McCaffrey had 323 yards. He scored his third touchdown of the night late in the fourth. McCaffrey rushed for a 2-yard touchdown to seal the Cardinal’s victory making it a 41-22. This is the most points scored by Stanford in a Pac-12 Championship game and the third most points scored by a team in the Pac-12 Championship game.

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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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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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October 4, 2026

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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.