Opinion Opinion: Philanthropy must fund social movements now February 17, 2026 Nwamaka Agbo Before the Trump administration retreats, philanthrophy needs to fund social movements.
News Bay Area Black Comedy Festival takes stage in Oakland February 12, 2026 Rasheed Shabazz The festival features 60 comedians from across the country and the world.
Health Weaker air pollution regulations harms Black women February 12, 2026 The 19th News Sacrificing public health regulations will disproportionately impact Black women
Arts & Culture Oakland celebration connects Lunar New Year, Black History Month February 11, 2026 Rasheed Shabazz Lion dancers, drummers and storytelling headline Asian-Black solidarity in Oakland.
News Alameda County DA changes course on death penalty resentencing February 10, 2026 Cal Matters Alameda County’s appointed district attorney withdraws from resentencing review
Health Rising health care costs central in California Governor’s race February 10, 2026 KFF Health News Candidates discuss health platforms.
News Henry J. Kaiser Center reopens after two decades February 5, 2026 Rasheed Shabazz The Kaiser Center for the Arts includes five performance venues, rehearsal and office spaces.
News Volunteers beautify East Oakland on MLK Day February 4, 2026 Howard Dyckoff Volunteers planted trees and flowers in Deep East Oakland honoring King’s legacy.
News California lawmakers propose bills responding to shootings by ICE agents January 28, 2026 California Black Media Legislators respond to recent uproar following ICE killings in Minnesota and California.
News Despite Google funds, Governor plans no funding for local news January 28, 2026 Cal Matters A 2024 deal with Google committed $175 million over five years for struggling industry