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Oakland vigil honors 16th angelversary of Oscar Grant

January 3, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

Sixteen years after the murder of Oscar Grant, family, friends, and supporters gathered at Fruitvale Station on New Years Day.

Women DJs like Darling Cool and Amal are shaping the Bay music scene

December 30, 2024 Randi Cross

For women DJs “Darling Cool” and “DJ Amal,” music is more than just sound: it’s a way to heal, and build community in the Bay Area.

East Bay organizations address racial wealth gap, promote Black homeownership

December 26, 2024 Katharine Davies Samway

Some racial justice advocates promote Black homeownership as a form of reparations, seeking to address the longstanding effects of slavery.

Oakland experienced two heat waves since July

November 18, 2024 Sydney Lester

Oakland experienced heatwaves in July and October. High temperatures leave some residents vulnerable to heat exposure.

Get the lead out: Oakland parents demand clean water in schools

November 12, 2024 Kwajo Opoku Ware

Oakland public school parents are urging the district to adopt stricter testing protocols and reduce lead exposure in schools.

Jerusalem Coffee House celebrates anniversary amid war on Gaza

October 28, 2024 Amelah El-Amin

Oakland’s Jerusalem Coffee House recently celebrated its one-year anniversary. Founded by Abdul Rahim Harara, a Palestinian-American, the coffee shop has quickly become a community gathering space and cultural landmark. Despite backlash over names of culturally inspired drinks, the shop remains committed to supporting his heritage and amplifying liberation movements worldwide.

Oakland city council adopts budget, freezes hiring to address deficit

October 16, 2024 Yasamin Hatefi

The Oakland City Council adopted a mid-cycle budget, contingent on the sale of Coliseum. To address deficit, vacant positions unfilled.

Oakland Voices Co-Director Momo Chang joins Civil Eats

October 15, 2024 Kat Ferreira and Amani Hamed

After nearly five years with Oakland Voices, co-director Momo Chang joins Civil Eats as senior editor, bringing expertise in food justice.

‘Black Tulip’: Action, culture shift in Oakland necessary for Black women’s safety

October 14, 2024 Kristal Raheem

Black Tulip’s Cultural Week of Action featured art installations, street outreach, and letter writing to mobilize against disproportionate violence against Black women and girls. Community members are encouraged to support a City Council resolution to protect Black women.

Oakland closing homeless encampments, promising unhoused residents temporary shelter

October 12, 2024 Moamer Rafe

Oakland closing three homeless encampments and opening a temporary shelter.