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October 3, 2023
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Month: September 2023

Talk of the Town

What makes Bay Area relationships so toxic?

September 28, 2023 Nani Smith 1

Many Oakland residents haven’t had examples of healthy relationships. What is it about Oakland that makes loves stories so toxic? […]

Talk of the Town

Long-time residents share why they choose to stay in Oakland

September 26, 2023 Joy Quilatan 0

Long-time Oaklanders love Oakland for many reasons. Why do residents choose to stay? […]

Talk of the Town

Talk of the Town: Do you feel safe in Oakland?

September 21, 2023 Ansel Troy 1

Public safety dominates headlines about the Town. Ansel Troy asks commuters at Fruitvale BART Forbes magazine ranked Oakland as the 11th most dangerous city in the United States. Ansel Troy asked commuters how they feel about their safety? […]

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Talk of the Town

Talk of the Town: How would you describe Oakland to someone who has never been here?

September 19, 2023 Tanna Samone 0

There are many ways to describe the Town. Tanna Simone asked residents, “How would you describe Oakland to someone who has never been here?” […]

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Arts & Culture

Everett and Jones Barbeque Celebrates 50 years of Sauce, Stories, and Flavor 

September 15, 2023 Brandy Collins 0

Shirley Everett-Dicko credits community, large family, and an Asian community connection for helping start the barbecue chain
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News

Alameda County’s new Reparations Commission already behind schedule

September 12, 2023 Rasheed Shabazz 0

Alameda County established a Reparations Commission in March to address racial inequalities for African Americans. The Board of Supervisors has not appointed all 15 commissioners, nor set its first meeting date. […]

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News

The Best of Oakland Pride 2023

September 11, 2023 Howard Dyckoff 0

A diverse group of intergenerational folks gathered in downtown Oakland on a sunny day to enjoy the Oakland Pride parade. […]

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Arts & Culture

Black Cultural Zone’s “Uptown Market” Showcases Oakland’s Local Entrepreneurs

September 11, 2023 Brandy Collins 0

A partnership between Black Cultural Zone and Block, the new Uptown Market features Oakland vendors and wares. […]

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Latest News

  • Talk of the Town: What brings you peace?
    October 3, 2023 0
  • What makes Bay Area relationships so toxic?
    September 28, 2023 1
  • Long-time residents share why they choose to stay in Oakland
    September 26, 2023 0
  • Talk of the Town: Do you feel safe in Oakland?
    September 21, 2023 1
  • Image of three Oakland residents.
    Talk of the Town: How would you describe Oakland to someone who has never been here?
    September 19, 2023 0
  • a black and white photo of a storefront that says Everett & jones Bar-B-Q and a group of Black people dressed in 70s attire pose in front of it
    Everett and Jones Barbeque Celebrates 50 years of Sauce, Stories, and Flavor 
    September 15, 2023 0
  • Image of the Alameda County Courthouse by photographer Thomas Hawk with the works, "Alameda County establishes Reparations Commission."
    Alameda County’s new Reparations Commission already behind schedule
    September 12, 2023 0
  • a Black woman passes out a rainbow flag to a Black elder man
    The Best of Oakland Pride 2023
    September 11, 2023 0
  • A woman wearing a head wrap shows another woman a book
    Black Cultural Zone’s “Uptown Market” Showcases Oakland’s Local Entrepreneurs
    September 11, 2023 0
  • a nudibranch animal with orange and glowing bluish lights on the tips
    Close Up of Lake Merritt’s Biodiversity: Organisms of Oakland’s Crown Jewel
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Alumni Updates

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Oakland Voices Alumni Update

Maynard 200 Fellowship Kicks Off by Empowering its Fellows to Effect Change

In June, the Maynard 200 Fellowship kicked off with 49 fellows in attendance. Oakland Voices is a program of the Maynard Institute for Journalism Education, and this year, co-director Momo Chang and alumna Brandy Collins [...]
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Education

Steph and Ayesha Curry’s Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation to Remodel Six Oakland Schoolyards

May 23, 2023 1

This past weekend, Allendale Elementary in East Oakland revealed a newly-constructed playground, garden, and mural to the community. Allendale is the first of six Oakland public schools that will receive a new playground, thanks to […]

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