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After California rejects prison labor ban, incarcerated firefighters battle wildfires

February 12, 2025 Prism Reports

Californians voted in November to support forced prison labor. Last month, those laborers helped put out the LA wildfires.

Oakland Coliseum sale must truly benefit Oakland residents

November 1, 2024 Vanessa Riles

The African American Sports and Entertainment Group (AASEG) purchased the Oakland Coliseum. East Oakland residents still need a binding Community Benefits Agreement.

An Asian American man sits in a chair inside a room with a sign that says "no more" and a photo of a ramen packet.

Back home in Oakland, I’m embracing a healthier life after prison

August 14, 2024 Lam Vo

Lam Vo describes his reentry experience after 15 years incarcerated, and the support he’s received from programs and family.

Urban Peace Movement statement following Juneteenth shooting at Lake Merritt

June 24, 2024 Oakland Voices

Urban Peace Movement is disheartened by the violence that took place during the Juneteenth gathering in our beloved Oakland.

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Dismantling Systemic Racism in News

February 1, 2024 Martin Reynolds

Read an insightful excerpt from Martin Reynolds, co-executive director of the Maynard Institute for Journalism Education, reflecting on the profound impact of George Floyd’s killing on his perspective as a journalist and a Black man.