World Cup watch parties boost business at Oakland bars and breweries
Bar workers say the World Cup has boosted business and brought in patrons from around the world.
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“I’m an evangelist and a motivational speaker. I can read people. I could see that you were a guarded person when you asked if you could talk with me.” I couldn’t disagree with her. “You’re passive-aggressive. Writing down what people say. I used to be passive, too. I can show you how to use aggression. Give me three hours, I can have you rewired.” Just three hours? I asked Ward if she could give me a weave, and joked that I’d come in for one and she could straighten me out then. She laughed. “Give me three hours. I’m gonna call you! I’m serious!"
Buyer of Oakland’s Flipcause promises fixes
Flipcause sale finalized, but nonprofits must turn to bankruptcy court to recover funds.
My Oakland restaurant was broken into 3 times last year. Love for the neighborhood is why I stay
A small restaurant owner shares the struggles of having her business broken into three times in one year -- and why she is staying for now.
Racially Profiling: The Blacks of East Oakland, Part 2
“I’m an evangelist and a motivational speaker. I can read people. I could see that you were a guarded person when you asked if you could talk with me.” I couldn’t disagree with her. “You’re passive-aggressive. Writing down what people say. I used to be passive, too. I can show you how to use aggression. Give me three hours, I can have you rewired.” Just three hours? I asked Ward if she could give me a weave, and joked that I’d come in for one and she could straighten me out then. She laughed. “Give me three hours. I’m gonna call you! I’m serious!"