College Recap: Syracuse stomps North Carolina Nov 23, 2009
Arizona State 104, San Francisco 65: Rihards Kuksiks had career highs with 27 points, seven 3-point baskets and eight assists and Arizona State set a school record with 18 3-pointers in a 104-65 victory over San Francisco on Friday. Freshman Trent Lockett scored a career-high 19 points, Ty Abbott had 11 points and Derek Glasser added 10 as ASU (4-0) tuned up for its meeting against No. 9 Duke in the semifinals of the Preseason NIT by shooting 61. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Nov 23, 2009
"This study is seriously flawed, and its conclusions misleading," said Ornish, clinical professor of medicine at the University of California at San Francisco. A careful read of the study shows "no significant difference in weight loss between the Atkins and Ornish or LEARN diets after one year!" he noted in an e-mail. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
WHAT THEY ARE NOT SAYING...about the comprehensive water deal? Nov 23, 2009
Residents of San Francisco and Monterey are completely exempted from any reduction under this legislation. Under this program, the state is almost certain to fall short of its statewide 20% mandate. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Hollywood opens its wallets for Jerry Brown Nov 22, 2009
His entertainment industry fundraising also outpaced San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom, who dropped his bid for the Democratic nomination for governor last month. Newsom, however, did win plenty of industry support. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Another View: A Republican race to the California center Nov 22, 2009
At this early stage of the race, state Attorney General Jerry Brown -- who isn't yet a formal candidate -- has high approval ratings and name recognition, and with San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom's decision to leave the race, the possibility of an uncontested path to the Democratic nomination. While the Republican contestants throw javelins at each other over the next several months, he could marshal resources and position himself toward the center. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Vikings show near perfect scoring balance in 67-52 win at San Francisco State Nov 22, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Western Washington University showed near perfect scoring balance as four of its starters had 11 points each and the other nine in a 67-52 victory over San Francisco State University in a non-league women's basketball game Saturday at Main Gymnasium. (Wwuvikings.com)
Minorities, Women Gain Professionally Nov 22, 2009
"What you see in medical schools is a reflection of educational disparities that begin in kindergarten," said Grumbach, a professor of family and community medicine at the University of California at San Francisco. "That's a tough nut to crack.". (Yahoo News -- Census)
Davis calls energy crisis over Nov 22, 2009
State of emergency, in effect since '01, revoked. Friday, November 14, 2003. (Yahoo News -- Utility Industry Deregulation)
Viewpoints: 'Instant runoff': Better choice, lower cost Nov 22, 2009
San Francisco has been using instant runoff voting successfully since 2004 and has saved millions of dollars by eliminating its low-turnout runoff elections ... Sacramento enjoys a diversity not unlike San Francisco's and might similarly benefit from using instant runoff voting ... In San Francisco and in Minneapolis, which just conducted its first instant runoff election candidates have campaigned together and have sponsored joint appearances and fundraising events. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Central Park Jogger a lesson for gang rape case Nov 22, 2009
Saturday, November 21, 2009. To those who are ready to lock up the Richmond gang rape defendants and throw away the key, Sarah Kunstler has a few words of caution: the Central Park Jogger. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Porn mogul's son to be tried in girlfriend's... Nov 22, 2009
The son of a late San Francisco pornography mogul will stand trial on accusations that he crushed his ex-girlfriend's skull with a baseball bat. Marin County Judge Kelly Simmons ruled Thursday the evidence was sufficient to put 27-year-old James Raphael Mitchell on trial for first-degree murder in the July 12 bludgeoning death of Danielle Keller. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
City agencys list of lenders has problems Nov 22, 2009
If a persons license was suspended, wed take them off the list, said Myrna Melgar, director of homeownership programs for the city of San Francisco. Were a small department, and we do what we do well, but there are other agencies to make sure these people are who they say are. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
More Americans to travel for Thanksgiving Nov 22, 2009
Mercedes Benz Of San Francisco ... BART director Tom Radulovich , who represents San Francisco, did not ask for a raise at Thursday's marathon of a BART Board of Directors meeting. (San Francisco Chronicle)
4 injured in San Francisco cable car accident Nov 22, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO -- Four people were hurt when one of San Francisco's historic cable cars jarred to a sudden stop while traveling through downtown ... Information from: San Francisco Chronicle, http://www. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Union Bank coming to Sonoma Nov 22, 2009
Headquartered in San Francisco, UnionBanCal Corporation is a financial holding company with assets of 78. 2 billion. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Stimulus package should focus on jobs. Now. Nov 22, 2009
Janet Yellen, president of the San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank, had bad news last week for the 16 million out-of-work Americans: The nation's moribund job market will remain so for the foreseeable future ... The San Francisco Fed chief's disquieting remarks followed last week's no-less-disquieting report by the Labor Department that the economy had shed a net 190,000 jobs in October ... This article appeared on page E - 4 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Herbal stimulant 'to be banned' Nov 22, 2009
----------------- ----------------- RELATED BBC SITES. Last Updated: Tuesday, 30 December, 2003, 18:02 GMT. (Yahoo News -- Ephedra)
Jim Stitt draws Anchor Steam's labels Nov 22, 2009
Lit up from head to toe shortly after Thanksgiving every year, it's San Francisco's unofficial Christmas tree. And this year, it becomes the very first San Francisco native to have its portrait on Anchor Brewing Co.'s Christmas Ale ... "It's a handmade beer, so the label should be hand-drawn." It's a fitting tradition for Potrero Hill, once the heart of San Francisco's thriving shipping industry and now the home of the Anchor brewery. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Teens' abuse of cough medications soaring Nov 22, 2009
Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. DTL Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271 ... Teenage abuse of common cough medications has grown ominously in recent years, according to San Francisco researchers who found a fifteenfold increase in calls to poison control centers since 1999 for teens made sick by overdosing on household drugs that can cause hallucinogenic highs. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
California unemployment hits 12.5% Nov 22, 2009
The picture was a bit brighter in the San Francisco metropolitan area, where the jobless rate held steady at 9 ... This article appeared on page A - 1 of the San Francisco Chronicle ... Mercedes Benz Of San Francisco. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Nov 22, 2009
"This study is seriously flawed, and its conclusions misleading," said Ornish, clinical professor of medicine at the University of California at San Francisco. A careful read of the study shows "no significant difference in weight loss between the Atkins and Ornish or LEARN diets after one year!" he noted in an e-mail. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Airport boss takes Georgia job Nov 22, 2009
Another possible project the new director will oversee is lengthening the north/south runway by at least 6,000 feet to accommodate jets for the healthy San Francisco route. The project would require a design and an impact study. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
College Recap: Syracuse stomps North Carolina Nov 22, 2009
Arizona State 104, San Francisco 65: Rihards Kuksiks had career highs with 27 points, seven 3-point baskets and eight assists and Arizona State set a school record with 18 3-pointers in a 104-65 victory over San Francisco on Friday. Freshman Trent Lockett scored a career-high 19 points, Ty Abbott had 11 points and Derek Glasser added 10 as ASU (4-0) tuned up for its meeting against No. 9 Duke in the semifinals of the Preseason NIT by shooting 61. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
McCain takes up 'death panel' charge on floor Nov 22, 2009
Sunday, November 22, 2009. By J. Taylor Rushing - 11/21/09 06:24 PM ET. (TheHill.com)
WHAT THEY ARE NOT SAYING...about the comprehensive water deal? Nov 22, 2009
Residents of San Francisco and Monterey are completely exempted from any reduction under this legislation. Under this program, the state is almost certain to fall short of its statewide 20% mandate. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Murdered man's lifesaving gift unites parents with new friend Nov 22, 2009
Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Transforming tragedy / Murdered man's l:/c/a/2004/05/25/BAGMH6R3FJ1. DTL Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Transforming tragedy / Murdered man's l:/c/a/2004/05/25/BAGMH6R3FJ1 ... SAN FRANCISCO Transforming tragedy. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
Affable, emotional TV host turned viewers on to late-night talk Nov 22, 2009
Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. DTL Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. (Yahoo News -- Jack Parr)
Trials for 'bionic' eye implants Nov 22, 2009
By Jonathan Fildes Science and technology reporter, BBC News, San Francisco ... The research was presented at the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) annual meeting in San Francisco, US.. (Yahoo News -- Disabilities and the Disabled)
City National Bank Teams With Barnes & Noble for the Holidays Nov 21, 2009
Barnes & Noble, San Francisco (2550 Taylor St.) ... Some of the schools that will receive donated books include: Harlem Link Charter School in New York; Mt. Rose Elementary School in Reno; St. Brendan Catholic School in Los Angeles; Gardener School in San Jose; Pio Pico Elementary in Los Angeles; Golden Hill Elementary School in San Diego; and Spring Valley Elementary School in San Francisco ... 4 billion in total assets, and provides banking, investment and trust services through 64 offices,... (Primezone Releases)
Electric carmaker Tesla prepares IPO Nov 21, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO: US electric sports car maker Tesla Motors plans to go public soon, two sources familiar with the matter said, amid growing interest in green technology and battery-powered vehicles. An IPO filing from the six-year-old start-up, best known for its $109,000 all-electric Roadster, is expected any day, said one of the sources. (India Times)
Affable, emotional TV host turned viewers on to late-night talk Nov 21, 2009
Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. DTL Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. (Yahoo News -- Jack Parr)
Ohio State men top Cal Nov 21, 2009
Turner leads No. 15 Ohio State over No. 13 Cal. Article:Turner leads No. 15 Ohio State over No. 13 Cal:/n/a/2009/11/20/sports/s161855S98. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
SPORTS CALENDAR Nov 21, 2009
This article appeared on page B - 2 of the San Francisco Chronicle. Comments. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
SRP plans massive solarpower plant Nov 21, 2009
One Block Off the Grid: The San Francisco company is collecting the names of people interested in purchasing a solar-power system and getting a group discount from REC Solar in the Phoenix area. 602-635-6209. (AZCentral -- Business)
Get more: Politics Nov 21, 2009
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Scarcity of vaccine incites local anger As soon as Spring Valley construction worker Bill McCoy heard the county had received the swine flu vaccine last month, he launched a phone ... Nov 21, 2009
The federal distribution contractor, McKesson Corp. of San Francisco, delivers doses to approved vaccinators based on CDC recommendations. Walter Carlin, a retired airline executive from Del Mar, said government officials at every level should help their constituents before providing vaccine to foreign countries and less vulnerable populations. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Davis calls energy crisis over Nov 21, 2009
State of emergency, in effect since '01, revoked. Friday, November 14, 2003. (Yahoo News -- Utility Industry Deregulation)
Stanford-Cal rivalry aside, coaches agree on goal for poor kids Nov 21, 2009
So far, Team-Up For Youth's Coaching Corps has sent 850 coaches into Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose, East Palo Alto and now Los Angeles and San Diego. They have touched the lives of 8,500 children. (Calbears.com)
O'Neill Inks 8 Golden Bears for Cal Women's Crew Nov 21, 2009
and San Francisco Bay Area product Michelle Leason (Mill Valley, Calif. . (Calbears.com)
WHAT THEY ARE NOT SAYING...about the comprehensive water deal? Nov 21, 2009
Residents of San Francisco and Monterey are completely exempted from any reduction under this legislation. Under this program, the state is almost certain to fall short of its statewide 20% mandate. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Nov 21, 2009
"This study is seriously flawed, and its conclusions misleading," said Ornish, clinical professor of medicine at the University of California at San Francisco. A careful read of the study shows "no significant difference in weight loss between the Atkins and Ornish or LEARN diets after one year!" he noted in an e-mail. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Miss Calif. Pageant Gives Ad Time to Gay Group Nov 21, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO -- The Miss California USA pageant director who became embroiled in a war of words with former title holder Carrie Prejean has donated 30-seconds of free ad time to the state's largest gay rights group. Equality California announced Thursday that it would be airing a spot featuring a teenage girl with two mothers during the Nov. 22 contest, which is airing on the CW and My Network TV.. (Newsmax)
Numbing Spray Improves Mens Performance Nov 21, 2009
Dr. Ira Sharlip of the University of California San Francisco and colleagues tested 300 men with premature ejaculation, asking them to apply the spray five minutes before intercourse. The men on average had climaxed less than a minute into intercourse before the spray. (Newsmax)
Minorities, Women Gain Professionally Nov 21, 2009
"What you see in medical schools is a reflection of educational disparities that begin in kindergarten," said Grumbach, a professor of family and community medicine at the University of California at San Francisco. "That's a tough nut to crack.". (Yahoo News -- Census)
Utility shut-offs soar for poor PG&E customers Nov 21, 2009
But the increase has been most notable at San Francisco's PGtewide, the number of low-income homes that lost electric or gas service grew by 27 ... This article appeared on page A - 1 of the San Francisco Chronicle ... BART director Tom Radulovich , who represents San Francisco, did not ask for a raise at Thursday's marathon of a BART Board of Directors meeting. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Calif. to probe scam targeting churches Nov 21, 2009
and San Francisco-based Banc of America Leasing and Capital LLC. ... BART director Tom Radulovich , who represents San Francisco, did not ask for a raise at Thursday's marathon of a BART Board of Directors meeting. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Coast Guard medevacs man from tanker off Pacifica Nov 21, 2009
Coast Guard Sector San Francisco received a request for assistance early Wednesday morning from crewmembers of the 752-foot tanker vessel, Fedor ... Watchstanders launched an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter and crew from Air Station San Francisco at 9 a.m. who arrived on scene shortly after. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
'Come and Feel the Passion' Nov 21, 2009
He was born in Visalia but moved to San Francisco in the 1970s and photographed the burgeoning punk rock scene. His classic posters for the band "Crime" have become highly prized collector items and his photos have been published in several magazines, including "Rolling Stone.". (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Kings County unemployment trends upward Nov 21, 2009
To explain this, analysts have cited the high percentage of high-paying government jobs in Kings and the fact that the county's central location has protected it somewhat from the housing collapse that hammered counties within commuting distance of San Francisco and Los Angeles. The biggest spikes in San Joaquin Valley unemployment were in areas with the highest foreclosure rates, according to Jeff Michael, director of the Business Forecasting Center at the University of the Pacific. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Another View: A Republican race to the California center Nov 21, 2009
At this early stage of the race, state Attorney General Jerry Brown -- who isn't yet a formal candidate -- has high approval ratings and name recognition, and with San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom's decision to leave the race, the possibility of an uncontested path to the Democratic nomination. While the Republican contestants throw javelins at each other over the next several months, he could marshal resources and position himself toward the center. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Looking Back in Kings County Nov 21, 2009
Mr. Lord having sold his business to A. J. Delaney and moved to San Francisco, later going on to New York. 50 years ago. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Now, a spray to prevent premature ejaculation Nov 21, 2009
Ira Sharlip of the University of California San Francisco and colleagues tested 300 men with premature ejaculation, asking them to apply the spray five minutes before intercourse. The men on average had climaxed less than a minute into intercourse before the spray. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
US housing recovery in doubt Nov 21, 2009
October home prices in Orange County, San Diego and the San Francisco Bay Area increased from a year earlier, MDA DataQuick, a San Diego property information service, said this week. The number of sales also increased in the Bay Area and Southern California. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
The Cribs Announce Full American Tour Details for January 2010 Nov 21, 2009
"market" : {"NAME" : "U.S.", "ID" : "us_market", "TZ" : "ET", "TZOFFSET" : "-18000", "open" : "", "close" : "", "flags" : {}} , "STREAMER_SERVER" : "http://streamerapi.finance.yahoo.com","arrowAsChangeSign" : false,"throttleInterval": "1000". Search for share prices. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Gay Marriage Gets Boost From 9th Circuit Nov 21, 2009
This week, both of the judges issued their orders for publication, meaning they can be cited in other cases -- including the federal challenge to Prop 8 currently under way in San Francisco district court. Even though the Kozinski opinion isn't directly on point, Little said this opinion makes it safe to assume he would vote in favor of gay marriage. (Law.com)
Report Finds Prosecutor's Offer of Bar Tip in Exchange for Juror's Guilty Vote Was a Joke Nov 21, 2009
A report filed with the California Supreme Court last month expressly finds that the former San Francisco deputy attorney general was joking when he offered juror Zetta Southworth $10-$20 in exchange for a guilty vote in the mid-'80s death penalty trial of double-murderer Curtis Price ... Bass, who headed up the criminal unit of the San Francisco AG's office during most of the '90s, is now retired ... San Francisco-based Deputy AG Peter Flores Jr., who represented the state during the hearing,... (Law.com)
Teens' abuse of cough medications soaring Nov 21, 2009
Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. DTL Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271 ... Teenage abuse of common cough medications has grown ominously in recent years, according to San Francisco researchers who found a fifteenfold increase in calls to poison control centers since 1999 for teens made sick by overdosing on household drugs that can cause hallucinogenic highs. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Herbal stimulant 'to be banned' Nov 21, 2009
----------------- ----------------- RELATED BBC SITES. Last Updated: Tuesday, 30 December, 2003, 18:02 GMT. (Yahoo News -- Ephedra)
New bank in town Nov 21, 2009
Headquartered in San Francisco, UnionBanCal Corporation is a financial holding company with assets of 78. 2 billion. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
EDITORIAL: Thumbs up, thumbs down Nov 21, 2009
Thumbs up to San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum, who once pitched for the Fresno Grizzlies, for winning the NL Cy Young Award for the second straight year. Lincecum is the first repeat winner since Randy Johnson. (Fresno Bee)
Faith groups gather to give thanks Nov 21, 2009
Wilbert Rimper was working as a police officer in San Francisco in the 1990s when he was involved in a head-on collision while traveling 70 mph. He survived. (Fresno Bee)
Melancholy vista Nov 21, 2009
The show that brings Cooder to Melbourne for the first time in 30 years began as a benefit for a sick friend in San Francisco a year ago. It was a mutual friend and studio colleague, former English punk turned American roots aficionado Nick Lowe, who dragged Cooder out of the garage. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Murdered man's lifesaving gift unites parents with new friend Nov 21, 2009
Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Transforming tragedy / Murdered man's l:/c/a/2004/05/25/BAGMH6R3FJ1. DTL Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Transforming tragedy / Murdered man's l:/c/a/2004/05/25/BAGMH6R3FJ1 ... SAN FRANCISCO Transforming tragedy. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
US newspaper ad revenue down nearly 28 percent Nov 21, 2009
Newspapers are displayed at a newsstand in October 2009 in San Francisco, California. US newspaper advertising revenue fell by nearly 28 percent in the third quarter, continuing a slide which has led to layoffs, bankruptcies and the closure of several dailies. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Trials for 'bionic' eye implants Nov 21, 2009
By Jonathan Fildes Science and technology reporter, BBC News, San Francisco ... The research was presented at the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) annual meeting in San Francisco, US.. (Yahoo News -- Disabilities and the Disabled)
