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East Bay Express
Published September 29Social Eyes: Week of Oct. 1-7
This week's calendar picks feature Fruit Bats, Dahveed Behroozi Trio, Snarky Puppy, Billy Strings, Lisa B, Jon Batiste, El Khat, Handsome Dick Manitoba, Tom Borrow, and Cavetown.
East Bay Express
Published September 29Free Will Astrology: Week of Sept. 30
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Orchids may lure pollinating insects with ingenious illusions rather than nectar. Some mimic the look or fragrance of other flowers. Others resemble female insects so convincingly that hopeful males unknowingly assist with pollination. From this, we…
Alameda Post
Published September 29Mayoral Candidates Stake Positions and Woo Voters at Post Forum
Mayoral candidates Tony Daysog, Tracy Jensen, and Malia Vella fielded a variety of questions on business, development, transit, and the economy at the Alameda Post forums held on September 26. Ken Der shares their responses as Alameda prepares for the November 3 election. Photos…
Alameda Post
Published September 29City Council to Weigh Immigration Enforcement Limits, Review Guaranteed Income Results
On October 6, City Council will consider restricting the use of City property for civil immigration enforcement, review the results of a guaranteed income pilot program, and weigh a lease for Longshot Space Technologies. Karin K. Jensen shares how to get involved.
Residential Yard Waste Drop-Off
The City of Fremont is offering no-cost yard waste drop-off for Fremont residents at the Fremont Recycling Center.
Alameda Post
Published September 28Preparing Alameda for El Niño
Governor Newsom declared a statewide state of emergency on September 21 in anticipation of strong fall and winter storms. In Alameda, residents can expect potential flooding, fallen trees, and power outages. Jean Chen talks with the Public Works Director and City Manager about El…
Alameda Post
Published September 28AUSD Reviews Enrollment, Approves New Interim Board Member
"According to AUSD data, enrollment is generally up district-wide," reports Desmond Bracken. "Despite these promising trends for AUSD, the district—and many other public school districts throughout the country—expects a future decline in new students as current birth rates hit…
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…
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 28LIVE FREE Sunday Dinner Brings Faith, Fellowship and Civic Conversation to Oakland
Approximately 50 members and guests gathered at Imani Community Church for a LIVE FREE Sunday Dinner, sharing a meal with Pastor Michael McBride. The event, hosted by Imani Community Church Pastor Jeremy McCants, focused on faith, community preparedness, and civic participation.…
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 28Remembering Chauncey Bailey as Student Journalists Face Threats to Truth-Telling
Nearly two decades ago, Oakland Post reporter and editor-in-chief Chauncey Bailey was tragically murdered for investigating a crooked business. His assassination shocked the journalism world and is remembered as student journalists today face increasing threats and censorship. A…