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Posted inHealth & Environment

Oakland’s $7M in soda tax money isn’t being spent wisely, board says

Close up of woman with long fair hair standing against a drak gray wall by Ayla Burnett August 10, 2023September 22, 2023

The Measure HH advisory board wants 60% of the sugary drink tax to go to community groups, but the mayor and council are using most of the money for city-run programs.

Posted inBusiness

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

Ricky Rodas headshot 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.

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