July 2025 - Oakland Voices

Black Arts Movement Film Festival returns to Oakland

July 31, 2025 Oakland Voices

Events include film screenings, artist talks, and community networking.

13 free events in Oakland this weekend

July 31, 2025 Ayah Ali-Ahmad

Find free things to do in Oakland this weekend, August 1 to 3. Our guide lists 10 events, including the First Friday festival, live music, karaoke, and more.

Documenting ‘Wood Street’: An interview with Caron Creighton

July 30, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

Caron Creighton discusses homelessness, filmmaking, and her forthcoming documentary, “Wood Street.”

Oakland to restore Cultural Affairs Manager position

July 30, 2025 Ayah Ali-Ahmad

Artists and advocates said Cultural Affairs Manager brought much needed resources to Oakland arts community.

Renegade Running hosts Oakland 5000 race

July 29, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

Over 200 athletes participated in the Oakland 5000 run at Laney College on July 16.

Oakland LGBTQ Center fights for survival after federal cuts

July 28, 2025 Ayah Ali-Ahmad

The Trump administration rescinded $600,000 in federal grants earmarked for the Oakland LGTBQ Center.

Oakland pledges sidewalk improvements following accessibility lawsuit

July 24, 2025 Ayah Ali-Ahmad

In response to a federal disability lawsuit, Oakland must repair sidewalks to increase accessibility for all residents.

From Oakland to Ironheart: An interview with Chinaka Hodge

July 23, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

Oakland Voices’ exclusive interview with Chinaka Hodge, head writer for “Ironheart,” a six episode series now on Disney Plus.

Life of Black Panther ‘Cub’ takes stage at Oakland Museum

July 18, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

Meres-Sia Gabriel brings her Black Panther Party childhood to stage at the Oakland Museum on July 20, 2025. Photo courtesy of Meres-Sia Gabriel.

‘Civic Love’ blooms in Oakland amidst public art cuts

July 17, 2025 Ayah Ali-Ahmad

Oakland’s “Civic Love” block party introduced Lot 2270, a former parking lot turned community space.