Oakland Voices

May 12, 2026

three people under a tent at a festival

Report: California anti-hate program set to end, but Black Californians remain most targeted

News

New report warns anti-Black hate persists.

California’s race for secretary of state shows partisan divide over how to count ballots

News

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters.” California Secretary of State Shirley Weber, who made history in 2021 as the first Black person to hold the office, is seeking a second four-year term.

‘We need public investment’: An interview with Buffy Wicks

Multimedia

Buffy Wicks highlights housing, transit, and education priorities shaping California’s 2026 agenda.

Guide helps Oakland families find youth programs

News

Black Youth Book website allows search by age, location, and days

No Picture

2026 Oakland Primary Election Guide: How to Vote, What’s on Ballot

Elections

Your guide to voting in Oakland’s June 2 primary election, from deadlines to ballot choices.

California’s race for secretary of state shows partisan divide over how to count ballots

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters.” California Secretary of State Shirley Weber, who made history in 2021 as the first Black person to hold the office, is seeking a second four-year term.

Guide helps Oakland families find youth programs

Black Youth Book website allows search by age, location, and days

California’s race for secretary of state shows partisan divide over how to count ballots

News

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters.” California Secretary of State Shirley Weber, who made history in 2021 as the first Black person to hold the office, is seeking a second four-year term.

No Picture

2026 Oakland Primary Election Guide: How to Vote, What’s on Ballot

Elections

Your guide to voting in Oakland’s June 2 primary election, from deadlines to ballot choices.

News

Alameda County DA’s race has three visions for reform and public safety

Pamela Price, Ursula Jones Dickson, and Gopal Krishan are running for District Attorney.

Photos: Black Joy Parade celebrates culture

February 24, 2026

Smiles, hugs, and affirmation. The Black Joy Parade returned to Oakland on Feb. 22.

Photos: Dia de los Muertos in Oakland

November 18, 2025

Fruitvale’s Día de los Muertos Festival filled International Boulevard with altars, dancers, lowriders, and food.

Photos: Bobby Seale Day in Oakland

October 28, 2025

Photos from Bobby Seale Day by Oakland filmmaker Jasmene Miranda.

Copyright © 2024 Oakland Voices