The Measure G parcel tax has helped pay for librarians across OUSD schools. Philanthropy has helped defray other costs, like buying books and technology, but library supporters say it isn’t sustainable.
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William Gee Wong’s memoir ‘Sons of Chinatown’ explores a family’s legacy
Wong’s distinguished career in journalism began as a sports writer for Oakland High’s newspaper and led him to the Wall Street Journal and Oakland Tribune.
2023 books by Oakland authors
Still holiday shopping or just looking for a good read? Here’s a list of books by local writers published in the last year.
Photos: Families celebrate books and social justice in North Oakland
Adults and kids gathered at Emerson Elementary in Temescal for an afternoon of author readings, crafts, and giveaways at the 7th annual Social Justice Book Fair.
Annual Social Justice Book Fair brings together Bay Area authors and storytellers
The event at Oakland’s Emerson Elementary will feature author readings, giveaways, performances, and books and crafts for sale.
How a father’s grief led to decades of activism against the gun industry
Griffin Dix’s new book, “Who Killed Kenzo,” is a story of heartbreaking loss that galvanized a life’s work for firearms safety.