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Opinion

Opinion: A Vandal Breaks into Legendary Marcus Books: Where is the Love?

June 3, 2024 Dera R. Williams

A vandal broke into the legendary Black-owned bookstore, Marcus Books, last October, leaving the community questioning, “Where is the love?”

A collage image of people holding their temples, an in the middle, closed eyes of a woman to depict depression and stress
Health

Understanding our Individual and Collective Trauma Can Help Us All Heal

May 14, 2024 Joy Quilatan

Learn about trauma’s broad impact, including personal and societal challenges like COVID-19 and racial injustice, with resources for healing in California

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Arts & Culture

Murals in Oakland: Connecting Community, a Medium of Social Change

May 7, 2024 Daniel Swafford

Public murals uplift fights for justice and push forward the movements of the present.

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Oakland Voices

Empowered Community Journalists Ready to Share Oakland’s Untold Stories

April 16, 2024 Brandy Collins

Meet the newest community correspondents making a difference in Oakland’s storytelling landscape.

Health

Lactation consultants empower mothers to navigate breastfeeding

March 12, 2024 Joy Quilatan

Even though breastfeeding seems natural, it can be a challenge for mothers. But moms can get support.

Opinion

Trashing Oakland is costing us all. Take care of our mess!

March 6, 2024 Daniel Swafford

We are just dirty, disgusting animals and the sooner you admit that the better of this world will be. The litter, the dumping, and the cost individual’s behavior has on everyone’s wallet. Maybe if we all admit we have a problem we can change our behavior in a way that is healthy and frees up resources for a better quality of life.

Health

Improving prenatal health access, care for Black Women in Oakland

March 5, 2024 Dera R. Williams

A range of resources exist for Black women experiencing pregnancy.

Arts & Culture

Annual Lakefest event showcases local vendors

March 4, 2024 Randi Cross

Lakefest is a great opportunity to hear Oakland artists and shop with local businesses.

Arts & Culture

Oakland Black Pride Festival offers safe space for Black and queer folks

February 27, 2024 Tanna Samone

The festival honors the history of Black Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals, Transgenders, and Queers.

Multimedia

Talk of the Town: What’s your favorite taco truck in Oakland?

February 26, 2024 Randi Cross

What’s your favorite taco truck in Oakland?

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