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Posted inCity Hall & Policing

How 2 Oakland students got 15,000 people to march against police violence

Darwin BondGraham by Darwin BondGraham June 2, 2020June 15, 2020

Youth organizers hope the massive student-led action will inspire other young people to safely organize, too.

Posted inHealth & Environment

What was behind this weekend’s weather, and what can you expect next?

by Sarah Belle Lin August 17, 2020August 18, 2020

The Oaklandside reached out to local meteorologists and agencies to find answers.

Posted inRoad Safety

A movement against traffic violence rises in Oakland

Avatar photo by Jose Fermoso October 20, 2022October 24, 2022

A resident-led ‘rapid response’ group has been following tragic collisions with street protests, building solidarity with impacted communities.

Posted inEducation Equity

Election 2022: Meet the candidates running for OUSD school board in District 4

Ashley McBride headshot by Ashley McBride October 3, 2022October 7, 2022

Mike Hutchinson, Pecolia Manigo, and Nick Resnick shared their thoughts about school closures, the budget, and how to improve academic outcomes across the district.

Posted inCity Hall & Policing

‘What privilege looks like’: Oaklanders reflect on mob takeover of U.S. Capitol

by The Oaklandside January 6, 2021January 7, 2021

Oakland activists and advocates compare today’s treatment of pro-Trump insurrectionists with what they’ve witnessed at local protests.

Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland City Hall in conversation: Treva Reid

Avatar photo by David DeBolt August 11, 2022August 15, 2022

The District 7 representative, who is running for mayor, talks public safety, the Coliseum’s future, and the failed Emerald New Deal.

Posted inArts & Community

Oakland’s equity cannabis dispensaries are reeling from COVID and burglaries

by Ally Markovich June 16, 2020June 16, 2020

Black and brown dispensary owners say they’re working together to pick up the pieces.

Posted inEducation Equity

What do Oakland school board members do, exactly?

Ashley McBride headshot by Ashley McBride September 17, 2020October 6, 2020

Oaklanders have a rare chance to elect a mostly new school board this year. From creating policies to adopting budgets, here’s what they do—and don’t—have the power to do.

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Posted inEducation Equity

‘Pandemic pods’ gain popularity in Oakland, with questions about learning equity

Ashley McBride headshot by Ashley McBride July 27, 2020July 27, 2020

Some OUSD families are investing in private learning groups. Community organizations are trying to support those that can’t.

Posted inOaklandside

Relief for East Bay artists, mapping food security, and goodbye Stork Club (for now)

Tasneem Raja headshotJacob Simas headshotDarwin BondGrahamAshley McBride headshot by Tasneem Raja, Jacob Simas, Darwin BondGraham and Ashley McBride May 27, 2020June 25, 2020

News and notes from our Oakland newsletter.

Oakland's new worker-led restaurant Understory offers a rotating menu of cuisines from around the world. The opening menu features Filipino fare. Photo: Understory/Instagram
Posted inNosh

East Bay restaurant openings and closings in March

by Joanna Della Penna March 31, 2021April 1, 2021

Understory, Low Bar, Square Pie Guys, others opened; Cosecha, Fat Cat Cafe, others closed.

ACT Catering's Thanksgiving feast. Photo: Cheshire Isaacs
Posted inNosh

Where to order Thanksgiving takeout meals in the East Bay

by Lauren Bonney November 18, 2020November 18, 2020

We’ve rounded up expertly prepared feasts, make-at-home meal kits, and heat-and-serve meals from 14 restaurants and caterers in the East Bay.

Posted inArts & Community

Walking with grief, love, and serenity on the East Bay’s secret stairs

Avatar photo by Jose Fermoso March 26, 2021March 30, 2021

During the pandemic, many Oaklanders have turned to Charles Fleming’s book about the old Key Route stairways and the adventures they offer in numbing times.

Posted inNosh lists

Nosh looks back on what was loved, lost and learned about food in 2020

by Nosh Editors December 30, 2020December 30, 2020

We reflect on the people who made a difference, the places we were sad to see close and what we learned about food during this challenging year.

Posted inNosh lists

Nosh looks back on the dishes and drinks we loved in 2020

by Nosh Editors December 30, 2020December 30, 2020

We hit up writers, editors and other contributors to share their favorite takeout spots and pandemic comfort foods.

Posted inArts & Community

Now an underground rave venue, Oakland’s abandoned Greyhound station was once ‘magnificent’

Avatar photo by Jose Fermoso March 9, 2023March 9, 2023

While partygoers dance under its octagonal dome, the hedge fund that owns the once-prized property is silent about its future.

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Posted inEducation Equity

How will the fall semester work in Oakland public schools? Here’s what we know

Ashley McBride headshot by Ashley McBride July 15, 2020July 23, 2020

Plans aren’t final, but the district is leaning towards a remote learning start, transitioning later to a hybrid model.

Posted inArts & Community

Faith leaders say protests have brought local Muslims together

by Sarah Belle Lin June 23, 2020June 23, 2020

Bay Area Muslims from different backgrounds have joined in conversation and actions over the past month.

Power lines against a smoke-filled sky in Oakland
Posted inHealth & Environment

Rolling blackouts: What Oaklanders need to know, and what to expect

by Sarah Belle Lin August 21, 2020August 21, 2020

How much advance warning can you expect? What triggers a power shut off? How can you help save power?

Posted inNosh

Where to get Thanksgiving pies in Oakland and Berkeley

Sarah Han headshot by Sarah Han November 17, 2020November 20, 2020

Thanksgiving celebrations will be a little different this year, but pie should always be on the table.

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