African Americans Archives

Organizing Black women: An Interview with LaNiece Jones

December 16, 2025 California Black Media

LaNiece Jones said the “ongoing political gaslighting of Black communities–especially Black women–has been deeply frustrating” this year.

Oakland smoke shops face seizures after flavored tobacco ban

December 4, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

State seizures reveal ongoing sales of flavored and untaxed tobacco products at Oakland retail shops.

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.

Image of the Alameda County Courthouse by photographer Thomas Hawk with the works, "Alameda County establishes Reparations Commission."

Alameda County’s new Reparations Commission already behind schedule

September 12, 2023 Rasheed Shabazz

Alameda County established a Reparations Commission in March to address racial inequalities for African Americans. The Board of Supervisors has not appointed all 15 commissioners, nor set its first meeting date.

Oakland, Alameda County to reopen amid racial disparities

June 15, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

Latinos nearly half of COVID-19 cases in Alameda County.

Prostate Cancer Dream Theft

October 14, 2014 Gerald Green

Aren’t all men in America entitled to a life full of hopes and dreams? Unfortunately, prostate cancer kills many more African-American men than other ethnic groups in that pursuit. It is a disturbing reality facing