Alameda County in Red Tier; OUSD likely won’t open classrooms before Jan 2021
While we move to the red tier, for now, OUSD schools will continue distance learning through the end of 2020.
COVID-19
How COVID-19 is impacting Oakland residents.
Concerted effort between UCSF, Black organizations, hope to test 1,000 people this Friday and Saturday in Oakland
Two upcoming pop-up test sites hope to test 1,000 African Americans in Oakland, the population with most devastating COVID effects in Alameda County.
Dr. Gerard Jenkins, Chief Medical Officer of Native American Health Center, talks COVID-19, health inequities in Oakland
"One of the things I’ve tried to emphasize to my friends and others is by getting tested and knowing, you’re doing yourself a favor and helping reduce that risk for others."
Interview: Public Health Professor Jason Corburn about COVID-19 in Oakland
How racism contributes to some communities experiencing COVID-19 more than others.
Air Quality Bad – stay indoors if possible; protect your neighbors from smoke inhalation by donating to Mask Oakland
Mask Oakland is donating N95 masks to homeless populations and organizations that work with unhoused populations. Our curbside neighbors are most at risk for smoke inhalation.
Caring during COVID-19: The Essential Work of Being an Airline Worker
Airport travel is increasing in Oakland. Hear from an airline worker on what it's been like being an essential worker.
Free Meals for all Oakland Students; Mayor’s Town Hall on Distance Learning Today
Starting today, the meals will again be open to all Oakland students, including those attending charters and schools outside of Oakland.
Local Artists Beautify Community Fridges as COVID-19 Continues
Since the start of the pandemic, the Bay Area has banded together in a multitude of ways to support the most critical needs of our community. Cheetah, the first restaurant supply app, is launching a[Read more]
Which businesses can and can’t reopen in Oakland due to COVID-19?
Coronavirus is "widespread" in Alameda County, limiting business reopenings.
Caring during COVID-19: The Essential Work of Being A Caregiver
Ed, sole caregiver for his wife, both contract COVID-19 despite precautions.
