Coach Beam concerned about security at Laney College before his death

 Laney College Athletic Director John Beam had complained about security at the Oakland community college a day before he was shot to death on campus, according to student journalists at the Peralta Citizen.

Coach Beam's death sparks resurrection of gun enhancement charges

The shooting death of legendary football Coach John Beam at Laney College last week prompted the Alameda County District Attorney on Monday to announce she would seek to resurrect mandatory minimum sentences for gun-related convictions, reversing a trend by the ousted DA.

Who is John Beam's alleged killer? Cedric Irving Jr. charged in coach's death

The Alameda County District Attorney on Monday charged a 27-year-old man following last week's shooting death of the legendary Laney College football coach, John Beam.

NFL player drops to knees after victory to honor Coach John Beam

Chicago Bears cornerback Nahshon Wright had a stunning moment Sunday night in a victory against the Minnesota Vikings when he intercepted a touchdown pass. And then he dropped to his knee to pay tribute to Coach John Beam.

John Beam: Deadly shooting of Laney football coach was 'targeted,' police say

Oakland police on Friday arrested a 27-year-old former football player following the death of legendary Laney College coach, John Beam, who died from his gunshot wounds in what authorities described cryptically as a "targeted" shooting. 

Stanford alum gives $50M to football program, largest individual gift

A former Stanford football player gave the private university $50 million, the school announced on Wednesday, the largest individual gift to the program in university history.

Michigan sign-stealing scandal: NCAA fines university, suspends Sherrone Moore

The NCAA has imposed discipline for Michigan Wolverines including fines and suspensions related to a sign-stealing scandal involving former team staffer Connor Stalions.

Super Bowl champ C.J. Anderson seeks to improve Benicia High School football program

Super bowl champion and Vallejo native CJ Anderson was named Benicia's new head football coach in February. He wants to create stability, improve everything around the program, and help his players get to the next level.

Two former Lincoln University football stars sign in UFL

Amir Riep and Marquise Greenwood signed professional football contracts with the Memphis Showboats and the Arlington Renegades of the United Football League. The Oaks have had seven players sign pro contracts since 2020.

San Jose State's Nick Nash has a chance to win the Fred Biletnikoff award

Nash joins Arizona’s Tetairoa McMillan and Colorado’s Travis Hunter as the three finalists, with the winner announced on Dec. 12, 2024, during ESPN’s The Home Depot College Football Awards

Longtime Laney College head coach to retire

After 45 years, Laney College head football coach John Beam will hang up his whistle after the football season and retire.

Cal student wins $100K in field goal kick during ESPN Game Day

Instead of white Vans, Daniel Villasenor was wearing gray ones when he made the 33-yard field goal kick that won him $100,000 Saturday afternoon during ESPN College GameDay.

Contra Costa College forfeits football season

Contra Costa College forfeits 2024 football season due to not having enough players.