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The owners cite debt and rising costs as reasons for listing, raising concerns among musicians and longtime patrons about the future of the cherished El Cerrito bar.
Little Hill Lounge, an iconic, decades-old East Bay music venue, is up for sale
The owners cite debt and rising costs as reasons for listing, raising concerns among musicians and longtime patrons about the future of the cherished El Cerrito bar.
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Other events include a 2000s themed day party at For the Culture, an interactive exhibit at The Lowdown, and the AfterGlow Chorus concert at St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
This week in Oakland: 25th annual Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival, and the rock band Porcelain at Thee Stork Club
The 25th annual Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival, a 2000s themed day party at For the Culture, the rock band Porcelain at Thee Stork Club, and more.
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SambaFunk member Leandro Oliveira Xavier’s friends and family are raising awareness about his case with the "Free Leo, Free Them All" campaign.
Oakland artist detained by ICE for 8 months faces daunting legal challenge
SambaFunk member Leandro Oliveira Xavier’s friends and family are raising awareness about his case with the "Free Leo, Free Them All" campaign.
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A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
2 restaurants specializing in Vietnamese broken rice opening, including buzzy Broken Dreams
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
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A homeless advocate says the department’s refusal to produce records about a fatal July 13 shooting in Fruitvale violates the law. OPD says the case remains under investigation.
Oakland police sued for withholding information about fatal police shooting
A homeless advocate says the department’s refusal to produce records about a fatal July 13 shooting in Fruitvale violates the law. OPD says the case remains under investigation.
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An immigrant rights group says a person detained in June was taken to the Oakland shopping center before being transported to ICE’s San Francisco processing center.
ICE used Eastmont Mall parking lot to transfer a detainee, say advocates
An immigrant rights group says a person detained in June was taken to the Oakland shopping center before being transported to ICE’s San Francisco processing center.
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The next big test is the Nov. 3 general election, including Oakland’s mayor, three council seats, and three school board seats.
June election went ‘smoothly’ for Alameda County says new registrar
The next big test is the Nov. 3 general election, including Oakland’s mayor, three council seats, and three school board seats.
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From a $3 million Peralta Hacienda restoration to a $10 million Dunsmuir mansion repair, our Culture Makers panel breaks down the price of preservation.
What it costs to save a piece of Oakland's history
From a $3 million Peralta Hacienda restoration to a $10 million Dunsmuir mansion repair, our Culture Makers panel breaks down the price of preservation.
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Powerful people, bureaucrats, business owners, police officers, and alleged co-conspirators.
Here’s everyone testifying at Sheng Thao’s corruption trial
Powerful people, bureaucrats, business owners, police officers, and alleged co-conspirators.
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The Roots will play Saturday, but future games remain in limbo. The team defaulted on payments to the Coliseum earlier this month.
‘If the Oakland Roots can’t play, they can’t pay’
The Roots will play Saturday, but future games remain in limbo. The team defaulted on payments to the Coliseum earlier this month.
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The city now has a plan to create quick-builds for better pedestrian safety, but it needs money. Here's where Oakland is starting.
Oakland’s most dangerous crosswalks: 112 injured, 9 killed over 10 years
The city now has a plan to create quick-builds for better pedestrian safety, but it needs money. Here's where Oakland is starting.
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Oakland Animal Services is at capacity for big dogs, so the shelter is waiving fees on Aug. 1 and 2. You can view adoptable dogs on their website.
Big dogs need forever homes. Adopt for free in Oakland this weekend
Oakland Animal Services is at capacity for big dogs, so the shelter is waiving fees on Aug. 1 and 2. You can view adoptable dogs on their website.
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A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Pucquio announces abrupt closure, and 2 shuttered Oakland restaurant spaces are revived
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
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Loved ones greeted Morales Rojas — who was arrested by ICE in Denver last week — as she walked out of ICE’s Aurora detention center Thursday.
Freed from immigration detention, Chantal Morales Rojas will return home to Oakland
Loved ones greeted Morales Rojas — who was arrested by ICE in Denver last week — as she walked out of ICE’s Aurora detention center Thursday.
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City leaders, firefighters, and police will visit neighborhoods to meet residents and share public safety and emergency preparedness resources.
National Night Out returns to Oakland with 175 block parties
City leaders, firefighters, and police will visit neighborhoods to meet residents and share public safety and emergency preparedness resources.
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Writopia Lab expanded its footprint to Oakland this summer, offering creative writing workshops and programs. They’re offering 20 scholarships to East Bay students to celebrate the grand opening.
A new youth writing lab lands in Uptown Oakland
Writopia Lab expanded its footprint to Oakland this summer, offering creative writing workshops and programs. They’re offering 20 scholarships to East Bay students to celebrate the grand opening.
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After Bobby G's owners were sued in March, the downtown Berkeley pizza place went dark. Former employees and contractors say the pattern started long before the lawsuit.
Former Bobby G’s employees and contractors point to pattern of missed payments and poor communication
After Bobby G's owners were sued in March, the downtown Berkeley pizza place went dark. Former employees and contractors say the pattern started long before the lawsuit.
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Roller derby’s Summer Slam, Oakland Spiders' championship quest, Ballers host Gary Payton and Too $hort, Roots hold a Bad Bunny halftime drag show.
Oakland sports events to catch in August
Roller derby’s Summer Slam, Oakland Spiders' championship quest, Ballers host Gary Payton and Too $hort, Roots hold a Bad Bunny halftime drag show.
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Chantal Morales Rojas was taken by ICE before boarding a flight home. Her arrest was improper, said her attorney.
Judge orders bond release for Oakland woman detained at Denver airport
Chantal Morales Rojas was taken by ICE before boarding a flight home. Her arrest was improper, said her attorney.
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The Rolling Stones at the Oakland Coliseum, Willie Nelson at the Oakland Municipal Auditorium and Etta James taking the stage at the Greek Theater in Berkeley. These concert images from the 70s and 80s can be seen at the Rockridge Cafe through Aug. 5
Check out these never-before-seen photos of music legends performing in the East Bay
Willie Nelson in 1977, and the Rolling Stones in 1978 are among the archives than can be seen at the Rockridge Cafe through Aug. 5.
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After The Oaklandside covered Todd Pratum’s looming eviction, dozens reached out to help. One inquiry from Los Angeles caught his eye.
Sold! Oakland bookseller finds new home for 13,000-volume esoteric collection
After The Oaklandside covered Todd Pratum’s looming eviction, dozens reached out to help. One inquiry from Los Angeles caught his eye.
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More than a dozen travelers have been detained in recent weeks, prompting immigration lawyers to warn visa holders, asylum seekers and other noncitizens about the risks of flying.
Bay Area immigrants warn noncitizens to avoid air travel after ICE arrests
More than a dozen travelers have been detained in recent weeks, prompting immigration lawyers to warn visa holders, asylum seekers and other noncitizens about the risks of flying.
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Oakland public school principals earn less on average than their counterparts in neighboring districts. For the first time in recent memory, they protested at a district retreat.
Oakland principals say they have reached a breaking point
Oakland public school principals earn less on average than their counterparts in neighboring districts. For the first time in recent memory, they protested at a district retreat.
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At Crazy Block Cheesecakes, Monday night karaoke earns diners 10% off their meal, turning a weeknight lull into a lively neighborhood gathering.
At this Oakland BBQ spot, diners can sing for their supper
At Crazy Block Cheesecakes, Monday night karaoke earns diners 10% off their meal, turning a weeknight lull into a lively neighborhood gathering. At Crazy Block Cheesecakes, Monday night karaoke earns diners 10% off their meal, turning a weeknight lull into a lively neighborhood gathering.
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City officials have repeatedly refused to disclose details about hundreds of contracts for three years, despite a city law requiring transparency.
Why won’t Oakland release transparency reports about city contracts?
City officials have repeatedly refused to disclose details about hundreds of contracts for three years, despite a city law requiring transparency.
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Other events include cumbia dancing and a walking tour, both at Lake Merritt, and Shelly Berg at Piedmont Piano Company.
This week in Oakland: Space Week at Chabot Space and Science Center, and the ‘Hip-Hop Beauty’ exhibit in downtown
Space Week at Chabot Space and Science Center, the ‘Hip-Hop Beauty’ exhibit in downtown, cumbia dancing at the Pergola in Lake Merritt, and more.
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Many local tattoo artists connect with community, roots, and spirit through their work. We talked to three respected practitioners.
‘Blood memory’: In Oakland tattoo scene, ink invokes identity
Many local tattoo artists connect with community, roots, and spirit through their work. We talked to three respected practitioners.
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A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Enssaro ready for Rockridge opening, plus new Japanese, Yemeni coffee, and African fusion options hit Oakland
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
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Former Mayor Sheng Thao and other defendants have pleaded not guilty, arguing the government’s evidence doesn’t reveal a conspiracy.
Blackmail videos, bribes, and fake jobs: Prosecutors reveal game plan for Oakland corruption trial
Former Mayor Sheng Thao and other defendants have pleaded not guilty, arguing the government’s evidence doesn’t reveal a conspiracy.
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Mike Herz, founder of SF Baykeeper, and his wife, Kate Josephs, are sharing estuarine stories from their home upon the waves.
Podcasting from a boat, a couple preserves the San Francisco Bay's amazing history
Mike Herz, founder of SF Baykeeper, and his wife, Kate Josephs, are sharing estuarine stories from their home upon the waves.
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