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.
Berkeley company shakes up coffee industry with new, zero-emission roaster
Bellwether Coffee is forging a new approach to sustainability for Bay Area cafes.
Oakland is getting $8M to plant trees across the city
The federal grant will allow the city and local nonprofits to green neighborhoods, clean air, combat heat, and build community.
Wildfire smoke turns Oakland air unhealthy and obscures the hills
Smoke from wildfires in Oregon and far North California brought the smell of smoke to the East Bay Tuesday, with AQI readings topping 150, a level unhealthy for the general public.
You can get $10,000 to host an Oakland event. Here’s how
Through the Activate Oakland grant program, anyone can apply to host anything from a block party to an exercise class in one of the city’s business districts.