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 inCity Hall & Policing
Oakland City Hall in conversation: Treva Reid
The District 7 representative, who is running for mayor, talks public safety, the Coliseum’s future, and the failed Emerald New Deal.
Posted inHousing & Homelessness
How to access your stimulus check if you’re homeless in Oakland
If you do not automatically receive your payment via direct deposit or in the mail, this guide will help point you in the right direction.
Posted inArts & Community
A new film celebrates Lake Merritt’s 150th anniversary as the nation’s first wildlife refuge
A virtual celebration October 23 will feature guest speakers and a discussion about the ‘challenges of conservation, environmentalism, and racial justice.’
Posted inArts & Community
What’s an eruv? It makes life better for many Orthodox Jews, and Oakland just got one
It’s taken Congregation Beth Jacob three rabbis, the brainpower of multiple congregants, bits of wire, metal canisters, and the blessing of a consultant in New Jersey to finally construct its own eruv.
Posted inOaklandside
‘Uno sale afuera pero no porque quiere pues, sino por la necesidad’
Los latinos representan más de la mitad de los casos conocidos de coronavirus en el condado de Alameda. Un residente de Oakland, Orlando Ruiz, comparte la historia de su familia.
Posted inOaklandside
La tienda llamada Freedom Store provee alimentos y otras necesidades indispensables
La organización Homies Empowerment dirige una tienda gratuita para fomentar la autosuficiencia comunitaria.
Posted inHealth & Environment
A new mental health crisis response team is organizing in Oakland to create an alternative to the police
MH First, a program of the Anti Police-Terror Project, offers “socially competent” support.
Posted inNosh
Subrosa transitions to States Coffee; Dopo to have last service on Oct. 3
Plus, Secret Scoop announces closure; Daughter’s Diner comes to Uptown Oakland; changes for local food justice groups.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing
‘What privilege looks like’: Oaklanders reflect on mob takeover of U.S. Capitol
Oakland activists and advocates compare today’s treatment of pro-Trump insurrectionists with what they’ve witnessed at local protests.
Posted inArts & Community
Beloved Oakland DJs are struggling to make it work during the pandemic
With bars closed and parties prohibited, some Oakland DJs are turning to virtual events to keep the music going.
Posted inNosh
East Bay restaurant openings and closings in March
Understory, Low Bar, Square Pie Guys, others opened; Cosecha, Fat Cat Cafe, others closed.
Posted inHealth & Environment
What was behind this weekend’s weather, and what can you expect next?
The Oaklandside reached out to local meteorologists and agencies to find answers.
Posted inArts & Community
Walking with grief, love, and serenity on the East Bay’s secret stairs
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 inCity Hall & Policing
How 2 Oakland students got 15,000 people to march against police violence
Youth organizers hope the massive student-led action will inspire other young people to safely organize, too.
Posted inNosh lists
Nosh looks back on what was loved, lost and learned about food in 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
Where to order Thanksgiving takeout meals in the East Bay
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 inNosh lists
Nosh looks back on the dishes and drinks we loved in 2020
We hit up writers, editors and other contributors to share their favorite takeout spots and pandemic comfort foods.
Posted inEducation Equity
What do Oakland school board members do, exactly?
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.
Posted inHousing & Homelessness
They grew up in family homes in Oakland. Now, they can’t afford their own
These residents long to follow in their parents’ and grandparents’ footsteps, but are priced out of homeownership in the neighborhoods where they were raised.
