Oakland’s ongoing battle with tobacco has deadly links to its new fight with COVID-19
In 2017, Oakland banned flavored tobacco, but a loophole allowed fruit-flavored cigars and vape products to proliferate.
A life at Bonanza Hardware
The Fruitvale institution is closing. Its longtime manager, Julian Villalobos Delgado, spent 24 years tending a seemingly limitless, useful, and strange collection of tools.
Is Oakland serious about cutting its police budget?
Five community members react to the city’s plan to “reimagine public safety” in Oakland.
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Malibu’s Burgers will serve up indulgent vegan burgers and milkshakes on Piedmont Avenue
The popular Oakland plant-based fast food business found a permanent restaurant space just as its food truck died. It’ll operate as a pop-up in the meantime.
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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