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Unhoused families left waiting months for West Oakland apartments

March 11, 2026 Rasheed Shabazz

Unhoused families said they lacked housing while waiting for affordable complex to open.

News

‘We still here’: Oakland’s 510 Day blends community, joy, and resistance 

May 14, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

This year’s 510 Day marked 10 years of reclaiming space, celebrating culture, and building community.

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Letter: East 12 St Encampment to Oakland

November 20, 2024 Needa Bee

The curbside community at East 12th St advocate for housing for unhoused Oakland residents.

A woman smiles and holds up one fist in front of a housing encampment in East Oakland.
COVID-19

The Village Oakland’s Needa Bee Speaks Out

June 2, 2020 Iris Crawford and Aqueila M. Lewis-Ross

“This pandemic has illustrated not only is housing a human right, but a public health intervention.” – Needa B

Oakland residents at intersection of 98th Ave and Plymouth Street.
COVID-19

Oakland closes streets during COVID-19 pandemic; unhoused residents find shelter in hotels

April 13, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

Starting this weekend, Oakland closed 74-miles of streets to thru traffic.

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