News in Oakland
Folsom Times
Published 7 hours agoFrom college project to Blues Hall of Fame; Delta Wires rolls into Folsom Sunday
More than five decades after an Oakland classroom project became a working band, the horn-powered blues veterans return to Powerhouse of Blues What began as a college project tracing the journey of the blues from the Mississippi Delta to Chicago and eventually the West Coast has…
Richmondside
Published October 02New art show immerses viewers in Dorothea Lange photos of 1940s Japanese internment
New art show immerses viewers in Dorothea Lange photos of 1940s Japanese internment Thousands Japanese Americans were forcibly removed from East Bay cities to camps in 1942. In a new exhibit, artist Masaki Fujihata explores iconic images of those events through augmented reality.
Oakland Voices
Published October 02Opinion: Oakland must strengthen civilian oversight as federal monitoring ends
The Anti Police-Terror Project urges Oakland to strengthen independent civilian police oversight following the end of federal monitoring of OPD.
The Plumas Sun
Published October 01Diane Laurlee Greenspan
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Diane Laurlee Greenspan, 87, Sept. 9, 2026, at home in Quincy, California, surrounded by her family. She was born Dec. 4, 1938, in Oakland, a daughter of the late Dorothy and Raymond Lambert. Diane was raised by her late grandparents,…
Oakland Voices
Published October 01High rates and underused services undermine Oakland’s fight against illegal dumping
Oakland residents face high trash rates. Auditors found underused disposal services and resources.
Richmondside
Published September 29Cafe Buenos Aires brings empanadas and more to El Cerrito, a new Lao and Thai spot arrives in Albany, and more openings
Cafe Buenos Aires brings empanadas and more to El Cerrito, a new Lao and Thai spot arrives in Albany, and more openings A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
East Bay Express
Published September 29Chez Maeju opens on Claremont Avenue
At Chez Maeju, Soojin Kim lacquers grilled mackerel in a thick gochujang glaze. Every pore of that oily white fish flesh absorbs the red chili paste that, when heated, takes on the qualities of a delightfully gooey caramel. The skin, and maybe a couple of tiny white bones,…
Oakland Voices
Published September 29At Oakland church, Palestinian attorney calls for solidarity
Huwaida Arraf connected decades of activism to action for Gaza.
Alameda Post
Published September 29Roots Pour it On in 3-0 Home Victory Over Phoenix Rising FC
In one of the most complete games of their 2026 campaign, the Oakland Roots dominated through all 90 minutes on Saturday night, September 26, at the Oakland Coliseum, defeating Phoenix Rising FC 3-0.
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 28Poll: Becerra Widens His Lead Over Hilton; Californians Split on Wealth Tax
A new Public Policy Institute of California poll shows Democrat Xavier Becerra leads Republican Steve Hilton by 22 points in California’s governor’s race, with 60% of likely voters supporting Becerra compared to 38% for Hilton. The September survey also reveals Californians are…
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 28From Historic Memories to New Possibilities: Oakland Celebrates Coliseum 60
More than 75 people gathered at Youth UpRising in East Oakland on Friday, September 18, for Coliseum 60, an event marking six decades of sports, entertainment, employment, and community memories at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Complex. Held 60 years to the day after the…
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 28County Office of Education Says OUSD Finances Are Getting Healthier, Materially Stronger
The Oakland Unified School District's recent budget submission has been deemed "materially stronger" by the Alameda County Office of Education, reflecting deliberate work by the new board and superintendent. Despite needing further cuts in the coming years, the district is…