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Emergency fund aids 24 Oakland arts organizations after cuts

A $600,000 fund will sustain 24 Oakland arts groups, preventing cuts and supporting local cultural programs.

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Oakland LGBTQ Center fights for survival after federal cuts

The Trump administration rescinded $600,000 in federal grants earmarked for the Oakland LGTBQ Center.

Oakland city council adopts budget, freezes hiring to address deficit

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

Oakland Fire Department avoids massive cuts amid local budget deficit

Federal funds helped Oakland Fire Department sidestep service cuts earlier this year, amid an extraordinary budget deficit.

COVID-19 Cases Surged in Oakland in December

COVID-19 cases surged in Oakland in December 2020.

The Black Organizing Project is calling for the elimination of the Oakland Unified School Police force.
Oakland Unified Seeks to Cut Over $20 Million for Second Year in a Row