News Unhoused families left waiting months for West Oakland apartments March 11, 2026 Rasheed Shabazz Unhoused families said they lacked housing while waiting for affordable complex to open.
News Software4Nonprofits to buy Flipcause for $400,000 March 9, 2026 Rasheed Shabazz The donation platform owes $29 million to nonprofits nationwide.
News Flipcause sale could determine if nonprofits repaid donations February 25, 2026 Rasheed Shabazz Nonprofits owed millions watch closely and wait as Flipcause heads to auction.
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.
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
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
News Homicides at record lows in California cities January 28, 2026 Cal Matters Researchers point to many factors for less killings.