Rasheed Shabazz

Reopening plans delayed due to ‘unprecedented’ COVID-19 surge in California

November 16, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

The surge in COVID-19 cases could lead to increase hospitalizations and overwhelm the health system.

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Bay Area officials urge caution as flu season approaches

October 19, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

Hospitals, clinics could be overwhelmed by a COVID-19 surge during flu season.

New COVID-19 cases slowing in Oakland; reopening limited activities possible

October 13, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

New cases of COVID-19 in Alameda County seem to be slowing down after spiking multiple times this summer. As of this weekend, Alameda County has 22,149 COVID-19 cases. Oakland has 8,671 coronavirus cases. In Alameda

Oakland celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day

October 12, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

Recognize Native American histories and cultures.

Oakland venue criticized for remaining open during COVID-19

September 28, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

An Oakland events space is being criticized for remaining open and serving groups hardest hit by the pandemic.

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Alameda County to allow more “vehicle-based gatherings”

September 14, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

Events may include lectures, film screenings, theatrical productions, and more.

Interview: Public Health Professor Jason Corburn about COVID-19 in Oakland

September 14, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

How racism contributes to some communities experiencing COVID-19 more than others.

Which businesses can and can’t reopen in Oakland due to COVID-19?

August 31, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

Coronavirus is “widespread” in Alameda County, limiting business reopenings.

Outdoor pools, nail salons, barbershops can open Friday

August 24, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

Outdoor activities, services can resume, but cannot require clients to remove face coverings.

Pandemic, heat wave, and moving during COVID-19

August 17, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

Conflict at Lake Merritt over vendors. COVID-19 cases rise to 6,000 in Oakland.