Oakland Symphony presents ‘This Land is Your Land’ for July 4th
After last month’s hit Zoom performance of ‘Lean on Me,’ the symphony was ready to play again.
Should Oakland’s big businesses pay a higher tax?
The city currently taxes small shops at the same rate as big corporations. Several councilmembers want to change that.
Nick’s Pizza is moving to a larger space this summer
The Oakland pizza shop-bakery will take over a former Korean barbecue restaurant just down the street.
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Oakland renters might get more protection from harassment and evictions
Tenants say they need more protections during the pandemic. Landlords worry the new rules could be abused.
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East Bay teens on pandemics, protests, and the people in their lives
We asked eight teenagers in Oakland and Berkeley about their relationships, and how they’ve had to change.
Community leaders say Alameda County might be reopening too fast
“We’re watching a future disparity in the making,” said one doctor pushing for more transparency.
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East Bay restaurant openings and closings in June
11 local food and drink venues that are brand new, and 9 eateries that have shuttered permanently.
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.
UPS deliveries in Oakland are collapsing under the pandemic
Customers and local employees are begging for help. The Oaklandside investigated.
A new drive-in theater for Oakland? Plans are rolling
In a few weeks, the Coliseum parking lot will host a drive-in venue for COVID-safe movie showings, religious services, and more.
A new fund to help Black-owned businesses stay in Oakland
Black small-business owners can now apply, and the distribution of funds is set to begin next week.
School board votes to defund, disband Oakland school police
$6 million will be redirected to programs that support “Black students and all students of color.”
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