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Raiders Dominate The Jets Early For The Win

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November 1, 2015

Oakland, CA – It’s hard to believe this is the same team that lost ten games before their first win last season. The new and improved Raiders are now in contention in the AFC for the first time in twelve years. Oakland dominated the New York Jets early despite a late rally in the fourth. The Raiders walked away with the 34-20 victory and their second straight win.

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This is the first time the team has two separate two-game winning streaks in the same season since 2011. Oakland has also scored at least 30 points in a game three times this season for the first time since 2010. And the Raiders also have two straight games with no turnovers for the first time since October 2010.

“I think we’re getting better each week,” said Oakland’s head coach Jack Del Rio. “The process that we work so hard at, the coaches are doing a good job with the game plan and the players are coming in preparing to come out here to compete. That was a very good football team that we beat today. I’m proud of our effort.”

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It was a unusual first quarter for New York who lost their starting quarterback early. Ryan Fitzpatrick avoided a sack on opening drive and scrambled for the first down before being taken down by Charles Woodson. During that play Fitzpatrick tore his left thumb ligament and did not return until the final minutes of the fourth.

The Jets got on the scoreboard first when Nick Folk kicked a 40-yard field goal making it a 3-0 game. But the Raiders clapped back quickly. On their opening drive, Derek Carr’s pass to Michael Crabtree was tipped by Demario Davis in traffic. Amari Cooper snatched it up for a 12-yard catch at Oakland’s 48. Latavius Murray then rushed for 26 yards to setup the 5-yard touchdown from Carr to Andre Holmes in the end zone.

“I was happy to get the opportunities and happy I made plays out of those opportunities,” Holmes said. “The first one was a fade, a play we work on. No one got a hand on me, and D.C. know where to put it.”

The offense came together with Carr connecting with nine players. Holmes caught two touchdown passes, Michael Crabtree had 102 yards receiving and a touchdown. Murray rushed for 113 yards and Taiwan Jones recorded his first career touchdown.

“We’ve got a lot of depth on this team, a lot of players that are capable of making plays at any time,” said Jones. “You see Andre, every time he goes out there, he makes plays.”

The first drive for the Raiders in the second quarter was unbelievable. Carr’s pass to Crabtree was complete but what happened next was simply amazing. The wide receiver caught the pass and was immediately tackled by two defenders in the red zone. Crabtree managed to stay on his feet while tripping into the end zone for the 36-yard touchdown.

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Carr later found Holmes for a 49-yard touchdown making it a 21-3 game in the second. He threw for 333 yards and four touchdowns dismantling New York’s defense. Carr is the fifth Raiders quarterback with 300 yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions in a game, and the first since Rich Gannon (Sept 29, 2002 vs Ten.).

“You see the growth and see where we’re getting better,” Carr said. “We finished a little better but I have to do a better job of that. “We want more. We’re not satisfied with ‘We’re over .500.’ We’re not satisfied with that. I’m not built that way.”

To add to the Jets misery, Geno Smith’s pass intended for Brandon Marshall was picked off by Woodson at Oakland’s 35 yard line. Woodson then led fans in a chant of “RAIDERS, RAIDERS!” Sebastian Janikowski missed the 52-yard field goal and Oakland could not capitalize off New York’s turnover.

Woodson recorded his fifth interception of the year, the most as a Raider since his rookie campaign in 1998. He also recorded his 65th career interception, tying him with Ken Riley for fifth place on the all-time list. The Jets Folk kicked a 38-yard field goal before the half ended making it a 21-6 game. For the second straight week, the Raiders kicked no punts and had no turnovers in the first half.

“The last couple of years have been rough,” said Woodson. “It feels good to be on the other side. It feels good to get the ball. It feels good to go play to the crowd when your team is playing well. There’s no feeling like it in the world.”

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Oakland didn’t cool off after the half, they came right back out and continued to dominate New York. Carr with his fourth touchdown threw a short pass to Jones who broke through multiple tackles while racing down the right-field for a 59-yard touchdown pass in the third.

Smith who threw for 265 yards and had two touchdown passes in his season debut. He connected with Eric Decker for the 4-yard touchdown pass making it a 28-13 game. But Janikowski got a second chance to kick a 52-yard field goal and this time he made it increasing the Raiders lead 31-13. By the fourth Oakland scored one last time on Janikowski’s 47-yard field goal.

The Jets tried to rally late when Smith found Kellen Davis in the end zone for the 1-yard touchdown. While New York gained some momentum it wasn’t enough to come back against a stout Raiders defense despite their lackluster performance in the fourth. Oakland successfully shutdown New York’s running game. Chris Ivory was held to 17 yards on 15 carries and he usually averages more than 100 yards a game.

“We probably had something like over 20-something missed tackles,” Antonio Comartie said. “That’s something that we can’t do. When you have the missed tackles, penalties and giving up long touchdowns, you’re automatically going to lose that game.”

“We have a lot of weapons and we have a lot of hungry guys,” said Crabtree. “A lot of guys want the ball, a lot of guys want to get that extra yard, and it’s helping us. We’re feeding each other and trying to get the win.”

Game Notes: Raiders S Charles Woodson was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Month for October, the National Football League announced last week.

This marks the fifth time in Woodson’s career that he has been named the NFC or AFC Defensive Player of the Month. To go along with winning the award in September 2008, he won it a record three out of four times in 2009 (September, November and December). His five awards are tied for second most all-time, trailing only Hall of Famer DE Bruce Smith’s six. Woodson also won the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month in December of 1998.

Woodson becomes the ninth player in Raiders history to win the award and first since LB Kirk Morrison won it in September 2007. In total, a Raiders player has won AFC Offensive, Defensive or Special Teams Player of the Month 19 times.

For the month, Woodson started all three of Oakland’s games and totaled 19 tackles (12 solo), three interceptions (returned for 22 yards) and four passes defensed. His three interceptions were tied for the NFL lead in October.

On Oct. 4 against the Chicago Bears, he intercepted a pass late in the fourth quarter with the Raiders trailing, setting up a go-ahead field goal. The next week against Denver, Woodson intercepted Broncos QB Peyton Manning twice on the day, becoming the only player in NFL history with two interceptions in a game at age 39 or older. He is also one of only three players in league history with an interception at age 39 or older.

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Big God Ministry Gives Away Toys in Marin City

Pastor Hall also gave a message of encouragement to the crowd, thanking Jesus for the “best year of their lives.” He asked each of the children what they wanted to be when they grow up.

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From top left: Pastor David Hall asking the children what they want to be when they grow up. Worship team Jake Monaghan, Ruby Friedman, and Keri Carpenter. Children lining up to receive their presents. Photos by Godfrey Lee.

By Godfrey Lee

Big God Ministries, pastored by David Hall, gave toys to the children in Marin City on Monday, Dec. 15, on the lawn near the corner of Drake Avenue and Donahue Street.

Pastor Hall also gave a message of encouragement to the crowd, thanking Jesus for the “best year of their lives.” He asked each of the children what they wanted to be when they grew up.

Around 75 parents and children were there to receive the presents, which consisted mainly of Gideon Bibles, Cat in the Hat pillows, Barbie dolls, Tonka trucks, and Lego building sets.

A half dozen volunteers from the Big God Ministry, including Donnie Roary, helped to set up the tables for the toy giveaway. The worship music was sung by Ruby Friedman, Keri Carpenter, and Jake Monaghan, who also played the accordion.

Big God Ministries meets on Sundays at 10 a.m. at the Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA Their phone number is (415) 797-2567.

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First 5 Alameda County Distributes Over $8 Million in First Wave of Critical Relief Funds for Historically Underpaid Caregivers

“Family, Friend, and Neighbor caregivers are lifelines for so many children and families in Alameda County,” said Kristin Spanos, CEO, First 5 Alameda County. “Yet, they often go unrecognized and undercompensated for their labor and ability to give individualized, culturally connected care. At First 5, we support the conditions that allow families to thrive, and getting this money into the hands of these caregivers and families at a time of heightened financial stress for parents is part of that commitment.”

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Family, Friend, and Neighbor Caregivers Can Now Opt Into $4,000 Grants to Help Bolster Economic Stability and Strengthen Early Learning Experiences

By Post Staff

Today, First 5 Alameda County announced the distribution of $4,000 relief grants to more than 2,000 Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) caregivers, totaling over $8 million in the first round of funding. Over the full course of the funding initiative, First 5 Alameda County anticipates supporting over 3,000 FFN caregivers, who collectively care for an estimated 5,200 children across Alameda County. These grants are only a portion of the estimated $190 million being invested into expanding our early childcare system through direct caregiver relief to upcoming facilities, shelter, and long-term sustainability investments for providers fromMeasure C in its first year. This investment builds on the early rollout of Measure C and reflects a comprehensive, system-wide strategy to strengthen Alameda County’s early childhood ecosystem so families can rely on sustainable, accessible care,

These important caregivers provide child care in Alameda County to their relatives, friends, and neighbors. While public benefits continue to decrease for families, and inflation and the cost of living continue to rise, these grants provide direct economic support for FFN caregivers, whose wages have historically been very low or nonexistent, and very few of whom receive benefits. As families continue to face growing financial pressures, especially during the winter and holiday season, these grants will help these caregivers with living expenses such as rent, utilities, supplies, and food.

The funding for these relief grants comes from Measure C, a local voter-approved sales tax in Alameda County that invests in young children, their families, communities, providers, and caregivers. Within the first year of First 5’s 5-Year Plan for Measure C, in addition to the relief grants to informal FFN caregivers, other significant investments will benefit licensed child care providers. These investments include over $40 million in Early Care and Education (ECE) Emergency Grants, which have already flowed to nearly 800 center-based and family child care providers. As part of First 5’s 5-Year Plan, preparations are also underway to distribute facilities grants early next year for child care providers who need to make urgent repairs or improvements, and to launch the Emergency Revolving Fund in Spring 2026 to support licensed child care providers in Alameda County who are at risk of closure.

The FFN Relief Grants recognize and support the essential work that an estimated 3,000 FFN caregivers provide to 5,200 children in Alameda County. There is still an opportunity to receive funds for FFN caregivers who have not yet received them.

In partnership with First 5 Alameda County, Child Care Payment Agencies play a critical role in identifying eligible caregivers and leading coordinated outreach efforts to ensure FFN caregivers are informed of and able to access these relief funds.FFN caregivers are eligible for the grant if they receive a child care payment from an Alameda County Child Care Payment Agency, 4Cs of Alameda County, BANANAS, Hively, and Davis Street, and are currently caring for a child 12 years old or younger in Alameda County. Additionally, FFN caregivers who provided care for a child 12 years or younger at any time since April 1, 2025, but are no longer doing so, are also eligible for the funds. Eligible caregivers are being contacted by their Child Care Payment Agency on a rolling basis, beginning with those who provided care between April and July 2025.

“This money is coming to me at a critical time of heightened economic strain,” said Jill Morton, a caregiver in Oakland, California. “Since I am a non-licensed childcare provider, I didn’t think I was eligible for this financial support. I was relieved that this money can help pay my rent, purchase learning materials for the children as well as enhance childcare, buy groceries and take care of grandchildren.”

Eligible FFN caregivers who provided care at any time between April 1, 2025 and July 31, 2025, who haven’t yet opted into the process, are encouraged to check their mail and email for an eligibility letter. Those who have cared for a child after this period should expect to receive communications from their child care payment agency in the coming months. FFN caregivers with questions may also contact the agency they work with to receive child care payments, or the First 5 Alameda help desk, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST, at 510-227-6964. The help desk will be closed 12/25/25 – 1/1/26. Additional grant payments will be made on a rolling basis as opt-ins are received by the four child care payment agencies in Alameda County.

Beginning in the second year of Measure C implementation, FFN caregivers who care for a child from birth to age five and receive an Alameda County subsidized voucher will get an additional $500 per month. This amounts to an annual increase of about $6,000 per child receiving a subsidy. Together with more Measure C funding expected to flow back into the community as part of First 5’s 5-Year Plan, investments will continue to become available in the coming year for addressing the needs of childcare providers in Alameda County.

About First 5 Alameda County

First 5 Alameda County builds the local childhood systems and supports needed to ensure our county’s youngest children are safe, healthy, and ready to succeed in school and life.

Our Mission

In partnership with the community, we support a county-wide continuous prevention and early intervention system that promotes optimal health and development, narrows disparities, and improves the lives of children from birth to age five and their families.

Our Vision

Every child in Alameda County will have optimal health, development, and well-being to reach their greatest potential.

Learn more at www.first5alameda.org.

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2025 in Review: Seven Questions for Assemblymember Lori Wilson — Advocate for Equity, the Environment, and More

Her rise has also included several historic firsts: she is the only Black woman ever appointed to lead the influential Assembly Transportation Committee, and the first freshman legislator elected Chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus. She has also been a vocal advocate for vulnerable communities, becoming the first California legislator to publicly discuss being the parent of a transgender child — an act of visibility that has helped advanced representation at a time when political tensions related to social issues and culture have intensified.

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Assemblymember Lori D. Wilson (D-Suisun City). File photo.

By Edward Henderson, California Black Media

Assemblymember Lori D. Wilson (D-Suisun City) joined the California Legislature in 2022 after making history as Solano County’s first Black female mayor, bringing with her a track record of fiscal discipline, community investment, and inclusive leadership.

She represents the state’s 11th Assembly District, which spans Solano County and portions of Contra Costa and Sacramento Counties.

California Black Media spoke with Wilson about her successes and disappointments this year and her outlook for 2026.

What stands out as your most important achievement this year?

Getting SB 237 passed in the Assembly. I had the opportunity to co-lead a diverse workgroup of colleagues, spanning a wide range of ideological perspectives on environmental issues.

How did your leadership contribute to improving the lives of Black Californians this year?

The Black Caucus concentrated on the Road to Repair package and prioritized passing a crucial bill that remained incomplete during my time as chair, which establishes a process for identifying descendants of enslaved people for benefit eligibility.

What frustrated you the most this year?

The lack of progress made on getting Prop 4 funds allocated to socially disadvantaged farmers. This delay has real consequences. These farmers have been waiting for essential support that was promised. Watching the process stall, despite the clear need and clear intent of the voters, has been deeply frustrating and reinforces how much work remains to make our systems more responsive and equitable.

What inspired you the most this year?

The resilience of Californians persists despite the unprecedented attacks from the federal government. Watching people stay engaged, hopeful, and determined reminded me why this work matters and why we must continue to protect the rights of every community in our state.

What is one lesson you learned this year that will inform your decision-making next year?

As a legislator, I have the authority to demand answers to my questions — and accept nothing less. That clarity has strengthened my approach to oversight and accountability.

In one word, what is the biggest challenge Black Californians are facing currently?

Affordability and access to quality educational opportunities.

What is the goal you want to achieve most in 2026?

Advance my legislative agenda despite a complex budget environment. The needs across our communities are real, and even in a tight fiscal year, I’m committed to moving forward policies that strengthen safety, expand opportunity, and improve quality of life for the people I represent.