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Journalism for Oakland. We amplify community voices, share information resources, and investigate systems, not just symptoms. A nonprofit newsroom part of Cityside Journalism Initiative.
At Oakland’s Sweet Maria’s, a national hub for the growing hobby, coffee lovers come to experiment, obsess over gear and chase the perfect roast.
From green beans to great coffee: Inside the East Bay’s home roasting scene
At Oakland’s Sweet Maria’s, a national hub for the growing hobby, coffee lovers come to experiment, obsess over gear and chase the perfect roast.
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Controlled fires for Wednesday and Thursday were called off after Tuesday's smoky skies and rising ozone levels resulted in Spare the Air Days
Cal Fire cancels prescribed Angel Island burns due to air quality
Controlled fires for Wednesday and Thursday were called off after Tuesday's smoky skies and rising ozone levels resulted in Spare the Air Days
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The Oakland Spiders, one of city's ultimate frisbee teams, have clinched it. They've invited all of Oakland to join the “Spider Den” at a Prescott Market community party on Sept. 16.
Oakland's latest national champions want to celebrate with the Town
The Oakland Spiders, an ultimate frisbee team, have clinched it. They've invited all of Oakland to join the “Spider Den” at a community party on Sept. 16.
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When an Oceanview Diner manager was detained at the Oakland Airport, friends, family and coworkers rallied to track him down and fight for his release.
An East Bay restaurant worker’s week-long saga in ICE detention
When an Oceanview Diner manager was detained at the Oakland Airport, friends, family and coworkers rallied to track him down and fight for his release.
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The City Auditor also found that a small number of companies are capturing most of Oakland’s construction business.
Oakland contracting practices are riddled with problems, auditor finds in new report
The City Auditor also found that a small number of companies are capturing most of Oakland’s construction business.
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Multiple temporary closures were also recently announced.
Pagarung, Home of Chicken and Waffles, Coffee Mill, and Horn among Oakland's August closures
Multiple temporary closures were also recently announced.
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Oakland mayor, City Council, and school board seats are on the ballot alongside the governor’s race and a slew of state propositions. How and where to vote, key dates, and more.
2026 Oakland voter guide: What to know about the November election
Oakland mayor, City Council, and school board seats are on the ballot alongside the governor’s race and a slew of state propositions. How and where to vote, key dates, and more.
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Other events include an outdoor night market in Chinatown, a meetup for vinyl aficionados, and a 60th celebration for the Oakland Public Library's Fruitvale branch.
This week in Oakland: Good Medicine Comedy at OMCA, and the Hyphy Function at Crybaby
Good Medicine Comedy at OMCA, the Hyphy Function at Crybaby, a night market in Chinatown, a meetup for vinyl aficionados, and more.
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The state park and Cal Fire are reducing dangerous vegetation today. Smoke is making its way into Oakland.
Prescribed burn on Angel Island lofts smoke over East Bay
The state park and Cal Fire are reducing dangerous vegetation today. Smoke is making its way into Oakland.
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A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
New game cafe comes to Uptown, McQueen soft opens downtown pub, and more openings
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
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If you've ever seen a tense situation start to escalate on the street and wondered whether to step in, we're here to help. A conversation with our public safety reporter and an Oakland de-escalation expert.
You're walking in Oakland. You see a conflict brewing. What do you do?
If you've ever seen a tense situation start to escalate on the street and wondered whether to step in, we're here to help. A conversation with our public safety reporter and an Oakland de-escalation expert.
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Waymo has won official approval to operate in the Town. Meanwhile, golden Tesla Cybercabs have been spotted around Lake Merritt.
Waymo is poised for Oakland
Waymo has won official approval to operate in the Town. Meanwhile, golden Tesla Cybercabs have been spotted around Lake Merritt.
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‘How Love Grows’ is a love letter to his children — and to Black fathers and grandfathers.
JWalt’s new spoken word album is a testament to parenting
‘How Love Grows’ is a love letter to his children — and to Black fathers and grandfathers.
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Slowly but surely, more campaigns are using videos and songs made with artificial intelligence. We asked local candidates and experts about the implications.
AI-generated ads have come to Oakland politics. Accessible solution — or risky deception?
Slowly but surely, more campaigns are using videos and songs made with artificial intelligence. We asked local candidates and experts about the implications.
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A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Baba's House, 13 Orphans announce final days, and 2 Oakland restaurants shut down after 20 years
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
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Twenty years after "Tell Me When To Go" hit the charts, East Bay rappers are reaching across generations to tap into hyphy's rich musical legacy — and unmask its trauma.
Inside the hyphy revival
Twenty years after "Tell Me When To Go" hit the charts, East Bay rappers are reaching across generations to tap into hyphy's rich musical legacy.
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Laderach Switzerland, Broken Dreams, Angela's Eatery, and El Balompie are among the recent restaurant debuts around the East Bay.
Swiss chocolate giant, new Vietnamese, Afghan and Salvadoran options mark August openings
Laderach Switzerland, Broken Dreams, Angela's Eatery, and El Balompie are among the recent restaurant debuts around the East Bay.
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The day of cycling, scooting, and walking to school takes place on October 7, with Alameda County students aiming to beat last year’s numbers. Last-minute participation is also welcomed.
Sign-up for October ‘Walk & Roll to School Day’ ends tomorrow
The day of cycling, scooting, and walking to school takes place on October 7, with Alameda County students aiming to beat last year’s numbers. Last-minute participation is also welcomed.
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A Utah state fund is pursuing a $45M deal to help build the controversial West Oakland terminal to ship coal to Japan.
Utah’s interest in Oakland coal terminal reignites
A Utah state fund is pursuing a $45M deal to help build the controversial West Oakland terminal to ship coal to Japan.
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The Department of Justice had sought to strip California of $44 billion if schools didn’t eject trans girls from girls’ sports teams. Bay Area families with trans kids are celebrating the decision.
Judge strikes down Trump administration lawsuit against trans-inclusive sports in California
The Department of Justice had sought to strip California of $44 billion if schools didn’t eject trans girls from girls’ sports teams.
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The talent behind Bake Sum, Grand Opening and other celebrated bakeries reveal the training grounds for their taste buds.
The East Bay bakeries that spawned a new generation of Asian American pastry chefs
The talent behind Bake Sum, Grand Opening and other celebrated bakeries reveal the training grounds for their taste buds.
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The stamp of approval from the former vice president comes among other pledges of support in the Nov. 3 Oakland election.
Barbara Lee touts endorsement from Kamala Harris in mayor’s race
The stamp of approval from the former vice president comes among other pledges of support in the Nov. 3 Oakland election.
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She supported the TWLF 1969 strike for Ethnic Studies as a high school student. Later she was a labor activist during the 1974 Jung Sai strike and was elected to the executive board of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union.
Remembering Beatrice Tam Dong, longtime activist and co-owner of Eastwind Books
She supported the TWLF 1969 strike for Ethnic Studies as a high school student. Later she was a labor activist during the 1974 Jung Sai strike and was elected to the executive board of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union.
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The Cultural Affairs Commission advises Oakland on culture policy. It has 4 open spots for Oakland residents.
Want to help shape Oakland’s arts and culture scene? Here’s how
The Cultural Affairs Commission advises Oakland on culture policy. It has 4 open spots for Oakland residents.
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The massive rigid ship — not a blimp — was likely Google co-founder Sergey Brin's Pathfinder 1.
An airship floated by the Port of Oakland today
The massive rigid ship — not a blimp — was likely Google co-founder Sergey Brin's Pathfinder 1.
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A $100,000 Kapor Foundation grant would propel an effort to cut red tape for tech companies dealing with health, housing, and more.
Mayor Lee seeks new staffer to focus on ‘mission-driven’ tech startups
A $100,000 Kapor Foundation grant would propel an effort to cut red tape for tech companies dealing with health, housing, and more.
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From the restaurants that provide the most grub for your buck to the best cafes for a late-night study session, here are the 33 Berkeley spots every newcomer should try.
Freshmen Food Guide: The Berkeley restaurants every Cal student should know
The Freshmen Food Guide features restaurants that serve the most grub for your buck and the best cafes for late-night study sessions.
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15 state legislators, including Rep. Wicks, said changes to the state’s cap-and-trade program could derail climate change goals and starve mass transit of funds. A stopgap allocation avoids cuts this year.
Oakland’s Rapid Tempo line lost millions in cap-and-trade dollars
15 state legislators, including Rep. Wicks, said changes to the state’s cap-and-trade program could derail climate change goals and starve mass transit of funds. A stopgap allocation avoids cuts this year.
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The Roots are still in playoff contention, while defending league champions the Oakland Ballers failed to make the playoffs for the first time. Plus 8 games and watch parties in September.
The Spiders are national ultimate champs and other Oakland sports news
The Roots are still in playoff contention, while defending league champions the Oakland Ballers fail to make the playoffs for the first time.
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Other events include a day of exploring Sausal Creek, a celebration of Virgos, and goth yoga at a former Gothic church.
This week in Oakland: dahlia show at the Gardens at Lake Merritt, and the Oakland International Film Festival
The dahlia show at the Gardens at Lake Merritt, the Oakland International Film Festival, a day of exploring Sausal Creek, and more.
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