July 2026 - Oakland Voices

Weekly series takes place at Golden Gate Library

Public pressure stripped AB 1821 of its harshest threats to government transparency in California.

Students discover new health care possibilities through MIMS’ hands-on summer internship.

Friday Nights at OMCA draw large crowds. Visitors and vendors say it’s their favorite weekly block party.

Black women gathered in East Oakland to create collages celebrating healing, identity, and community.

Bar workers say the World Cup has boosted business and brought in patrons from around the world.

Encampments have shifted towards lower-income and Black and Latino neighborhoods in East Oakland.

As AC Transit raises fares, officials worry about impending service cuts and deficits.

LakeFest Oakland took place at Lake Merritt on June 27.

Families gathered at Lake Merritt for Juneteenth