Oakland Voices

January 30, 2026

California lawmakers propose bills responding to shootings by ICE agents

January 28, 2026

Legislators respond to recent uproar following ICE killings in Minnesota and California.

Despite Google funds, Governor plans no funding for local news

January 28, 2026

A 2024 deal with Google committed $175 million over five years for struggling industry

Oakland smoke shops face seizures after flavored tobacco ban

December 4, 2025

State seizures reveal ongoing sales of flavored and untaxed tobacco products at Oakland retail shops.

East Oakland faces health risks due to noise pollution

October 17, 2025

East Oakland residents face relentless noise from planes, trains, and traffic, raising health concerns.

Oakland’s White Horse encourages pride, ‘fun with love’

December 23, 2025

Oakland’s historic White Horse Bar fosters safety, diversity, and “Fun with Love” under owner Patty Dingle.

Black Panther Cub reflects on childhood, trauma, and Oakland roots

December 2, 2025

Teresa Williams struggled as a child of Black Panther Party members, but childhood trauma influenced her work as an educator.

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