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Family of Lucky Three Seven’s Artgel ‘Jun’ Anabo raising funds for his son’s future

by Ricky Rodas May 20, 2022May 21, 2022

Anabo was killed Wednesday in front of his restaurant. His sister has launched a GoFundMe to support his child.

Posted inHealth & Environment

In Eastmont Hills, mixed reactions to plans for new neighborhood stairways

by Jose Fermoso March 29, 2022March 30, 2022

Some fear the pathways will increase crime and violence nearby. Others support connecting neighbors and building community.

Posted inHealth & Environment

No more free parking at Lake Merritt?

by Jose Fermoso March 23, 2022March 28, 2022

The city could install meters with “flex” pricing to deal with crowding and other impacts.

Posted inNature

Rare salmon sighting in creek near Lake Merritt is good news, experts say

by Ricky Rodas January 11, 2022January 11, 2022

Lake stewards say more salmon sightings are an exciting sign that conservation efforts are working, but there’s more to do.

Posted inHealth & Environment

Salmon in Lake Merritt? More rainfall is causing some fish to wander into Oakland’s lagoon

by Ricky Rodas December 16, 2021December 16, 2021

The fish are returning to East Bay streams for the first time in decades, and some are winding up in the unlikeliest of places.

Posted inBusiness

More liquor stores in Oakland are selling fresh produce, with help from Saba Grocers Initiative

by Ricky Rodas December 7, 2021December 7, 2021

Organizing within Oakland’s Arab and Yemeni communities sparked the initiative, which is now helping convenience store owners stock their shelves with healthy food options.

Posted inHealth & Environment

We need to talk about Gerald

by Ally Markovich November 20, 2020November 20, 2020

Noble bird or nuisance? Gerald the rose garden turkey inspired a debate among Oaklanders about the place of nature in our city.

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