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This summer program served 375 Oakland families a free, four-meal international feast
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People from pricier Bay Area cities like San Francisco are on the hunt for more space and savings in the East Bay. How will this migration change Oakland?
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Housing & Homelessness
A colorful ‘tiny house village’ for youth is opening in Oakland
It’s been a long road for the Youth Spirit Artworks project, which could house 22 homeless youth starting in the fall.
Education equity
Health & Environment
Where to get a free COVID-19 test in Oakland, and what to expect
As an East Oakland resident and a caretaker for my grandmother, I decided to get tested and report back.
‘We’re going out. Not because we want to, but because we need to.’
Latinos represent over half of known coronavirus cases in Alameda County. Oakland resident Orlando Ruiz shares his family’s story.
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Duende goes dark for now; Arthur Mac’s free pizza Sundays; Bartavelle Cafe is back
Plus, Enssaro and Kinja are temporarily closed; Chop Bar’s next pig roast; Gourmet Puff now at Forage Kitchen, and more.
East Bay restaurants open for outdoor dining
Restaurants across the East Bay are starting to reopen for al fresco dining with physical distancing measures in place. Find out what’s open.
Restaurants offering pantry supplies
These innovative East Bay restaurants have started selling grocery and pantry items along with their regular food menus. Find pantry supplies near you.
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