Oakland Slow Streets

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New COVID-19 cases slowing in Oakland; reopening limited activities possible

New cases of COVID-19 in Alameda County seem to be slowing down after spiking multiple times this summer. As of this weekend, Alameda County has 22,149 COVID-19 cases. Oakland has […]

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Oakland has over 500 COVID-19 cases

Oakland surpassed 500 coronavirus cases; workers rally by car on May Day, officials tell residents to "Give the Lake a Break."

Oakland residents skeptical of ‘Slow Streets’ project

The Oakland Slow Streets project is supposed to provide space for residents to practice social distancing, but some worry it is a tool for displacement.

Oakland residents at intersection of 98th Ave and Plymouth Street.
Oakland closes streets during COVID-19 pandemic; unhoused residents find shelter in hotels

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