Raiders superfan ‘Griz’ Jones gets Oakland street named in his honor
The city plans to rename part of 66th Avenue and Coliseum Way after Gregory Jones, a hardcore Raiders fan who died last year.
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Affordable HOusing guide
How to find affordable housing in Oakland
Lists and resources that explain low-income housing requirements and walk you through how to apply for affordable housing in Oakland.
Why we created an affordable housing guide for Oakland and Berkeley
We often hear from residents eager to find an inexpensive, safe place to live in the East Bay. We published a resource guide to help.
city hall & policing
Police Commission forced to cancel meeting but still hears from Armstrong supporters
The mayor said she won’t re-hire the fired police chief, and the commission’s leadership is unlikely to get a chance to vote for him.
3 Oakland police commissioners are refusing to attend meetings until leadership changes
The commissioners say they’re concerned about the chief selection process and don’t feel safe. The board’s leaders say the three are obstructing the commission’s work at a crucial time.
Here’s what Oakland’s City Council wants to do about crime
In its first full session since July, the council discussed 911, security cameras, walking officers, and more. But nothing will happen quickly.
Oakland NAACP has been ‘hijacked’ for conservative causes, say some Black community leaders
The storied civil rights group’s local chapter is calling for more police and opposing progressive leaders. Some say this is out of step with the organization’s purpose.
Thinking of raising chickens in the East Bay? Read this first
A Berkeley resident with a trio of hens breaks down the costs, labor and rewards of keeping your own flock.
What I learned competing in an Oktoberfest stein-holding event
If you had seen me in the 20-person lineup at Temescal Brewing’s Masskrugstemmen competition, you would’ve thought I had no chance. How wrong you would’ve been.
Oakland’s dangerous roadways
An investigative series looking into traffic and pedestrian safety in our city. Read more.
Education equity
East Oakland charter school to receive $28M for badly needed campus upgrades
The OUSD board unanimously approved an agreement allowing Cox Academy to use the state funds. Also, a new report describes serious problems at American Indian Public Charter School.
Diversity groups in Oakland schools provide space for difficult conversations about race, power, and privilege
Backlash to a playdate for students of color at Chabot Elementary highlights the importance of equity initiatives at OUSD, parents said.
Student homelessness in OUSD grew nearly 70% in 3 years
Oakland Unified counted 1,780 unhoused students in 2023. We break down several factors responsible for the increase.
Arts & Community
This week in Oakland: Oaktoberfest, a Roberts Pool preview, and a panel on book bans
Other events ‘The Gun Next Door’ photo exhibit, and a workshop in Temescal for working artists.
Housing & Homelessness
How should Alameda County spend $40M meant to address the opioid crisis?
The county asked for community input this month on programs that could treat addiction, reduce harm, and more.
Health & Environment
3 rare raccoon babies were spotted at Lake Merritt
For years, locals have delighted in spotting ‘albino’ raccoons around the lake. This year, one mother is raising three leucistic kits.
Native plant gardens are reinvigorating Oakland wildlife—and residents
In backyards and along sidewalk strips locals are tending plants that boost ecosystems, save water, and green communities.
Asian Health Services workers approve contract for higher wages, avoid strike
Hundreds of SEIU members at the Oakland clinic were prepared to strike if an agreement wasn’t reached. The news comes as health care workers across the Bay Area are demanding better pay.
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