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California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Alameda County DA to announce charges in shooting death of legendary Oakland coach John Beam

Legendary Oakland football coach John Beam was fatally shot on Laney College campus; suspect Cedric Irving Jr. was arrested and charged with murder.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Oakland church volunteer who killed best friend, dumped body, agrees to 8-year sentence

Lamont Taylor pleaded no contest to voluntary manslaughter for killing his friend Shawn Wayne Bell and received an eight-year prison sentence.
Boston
fromThe Mercury News
5 hours ago

The best U.S. airports for drinking alcohol, ranked

Boston Logan ranks highest for bars and restaurants, offering accessible, high-quality options for boozy layovers, while Oakland's airport ranks near the bottom.
#holiday-warehouse-sale
#comedy
Food & drink
fromFuncheap
20 hours ago

67 "Frosty' Shake at Wendy's on Black Friday

Wendy's offers classic Frosty shakes (vanilla or chocolate) for 67¢ all day on Black Friday at participating stores, while supplies last.
#shooting
#restaurant-openings
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 days ago

100 Turkeys. 1,000 plates. 23 years in, an Oakland community Thanksgiving keeps growing

Two Star Market hosts a free, large Thanksgiving feast in Oakland's Dimond District annually, growing from 50 attendees to over 1,000 and serving the community.
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

A former Oakland mayor's $3 million Bay Area estate finds buyer in weeks

A historic survivor, 5311 Golden Gate Ave. in Oakland 's sylvan Upper Rockridge neighborhood has been listed for the first time in over 40 years. The 1940s abode was built for one of Oakland's most popular and influential mayors. Now, with an asking price of $2.995 million and less than three weeks on the market, this home is already pending.
East Bay real estate
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Oakland might not owe coal company hundreds of millions after new court ruling

A federal judge vacated the bankruptcy court's final judgment, giving Oakland another chance to contest liability in the coal-terminal interference case.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Man charged in girlfriend's Oakland beating death

Man charged with murder after girlfriend found fatally beaten at their Oakland residence; suspect held without bail.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Victim of Oakland fatal train collision was San Leandro missing person

79-year-old Jiankang Huang, who suffered from dementia, was killed by a Union Pacific freight train while reportedly sitting on railroad tracks in East Oakland.
Environment
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Obscure, 12-Year-Old Port of Oakland Coal Battle Could End Up Bankrupting City of Oakland

Oakland faces potential hundreds of millions in legal liability and possible bankruptcy after canceling a 2013 coal terminal deal following environmental protests.
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Pour Manners Izakaya Pop-Up at The Punchdown (Oakland)

Pour Manners will pop-up at The Punchdown wine bar & bottle shop in Oakland on Friday, November 21st from 4-9pm. Pour Manners is a project of Boi Soth, serving izakaya inspired by the multicultural cuisines of the Bay Area. You can see our latest menu here. A glimpse at Friday's menu: 2-piece kushiyaki skewers: Chicken thigh with frizzled leeks, tare, yuzu kosho and sea salt Cambodian kroeung marinated steak with lemongrass tare, and kaffir lime sea salt Pork belly marinated in a calamansi ponzu topped with garlic chicharon and serrano pepper.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Free "Friendsgiving" Community Meal for LBGTQIA+ (Oaklane)

A free community meal for LGBTQIA folks in need of space this holiday season. It's our 4th Annual Friendsgiving, brought to you by BOSS Idea House and Good VBZ It's a community celebration made for LGBTQIA fam and friends. Expect good food, good energy, and plenty of love.
LGBT
East Bay food
fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago

After 10 years in Temescal, Roses' Taproom announces closure

Roses' Taproom in Oakland's Temescal neighborhood is closing after nearly 10 years due to slow foot traffic and astronomical rent.
California
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

CHP Investigates Thursday Shooting on I-580 in Oakland, Seeking Information From Public

A shooting on eastbound Interstate-580 in Oakland closed lanes for about thirty minutes; no injuries reported and police are seeking information.
#immigration-enforcement
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Small businesses could get a big tax break under Oakland plan

Oakland proposal exempts many small businesses (under $1M annual) from the 2027 city gross receipts tax and waives tax for new businesses in 2028.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

ICE Agents Show Up Near West Oakland Elementary School, Resulting in Car Chase and Irate Parents

On Wednesday morning, parents of kids attending West Oakland's Hoover Elementary School got a pretty alarming message on an app some use called ParentSquare. "We got confirmation that there is ICE activity in the neighborhood, the message said, according to KTVU. They are on 31st and Market Street knocking on doors. The kids are safe and secure at school. Please do not come to the school. We will alert you when things are quiet in the neighborhood again.
US politics
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Two Men Killed By Trains In Separate Oakland Incidents In Less Than 24 Hours

In the first incident, a man identified as a frequently seen transient in the area was seen standing next to the railroad tracks in the area of 37th Avenue and East 9th Street when he was struck and killed by an Amtrak train at around 9:40 am Tuesday. As the Chronicle reports, city workers had been in the area clearing a homeless encampment, but the man who died was not a resident of that encampment. He was, however, reportedly known to stay in encampments nearby.
East Bay (California)
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

He was already down': Two agree to 12 years in prison for killing man at Oakland park

Two men pleaded no contest to voluntary manslaughter and agreed to 12-year prison terms for beating a man to death in a public park.
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Person on east Oakland train tracks killed in collision with Amtrak train

A man died Tuesday morning after being hit by an Amtrak train while trying to walk or run across train tracks in East Oakland, police said. The collision happened about 9:40 a.m. near the intersection of 37th Avenue and E. 9th Street. Police did not identify the man immediately, pending notification of relatives. According to police, the man may have been fleeing from a dispute he had with somebody else in the area.
US news
#gun-violence
Education
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

LIVE: Hundreds of Skyline High School students walk out of class, calling for an end to gun violence

Hundreds of Skyline High students walked out demanding an end to gun violence after a 15-year-old was shot on campus and two juveniles were arrested.
#comedy-night
SF music
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Oscar-nominated songwriter remembers coach John Beam as a 'motivator' in high school

John Beam provided mentorship, tough love, and lifelong support to Oakland students and athletes, leaving a profound community impact remembered in tributes.
Venture
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Travis Kalanick's Cloudkitchens Closes Its East Oakland Ghost Kitchen Complex, Looking to Sell the Place

A Cloudkitchens East Oakland ghost kitchen closed after years of operation, venture funding, and neighborhood complaints about delivery-driver congestion.
Arts
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

Winter 2025 "East Bay Open Studios" w/ 180+ Artists (Dec. 13-14)

Over 180 East Bay artists open studios across Oakland, Berkeley, and nearby areas for two December weekends, offering handmade art and holiday-shopping opportunities.
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

Chabot Space & Science Center's Winter Fest

WinterFest December 20th - 21st | 10AM-5PM FREE for Members, $24 Adults, $19 Children (2-12) and Seniors (65+) Step into a world of icy planets and faraway galaxies this winter at Chabot! With festive tunes and a variety of interactive activities blending science and seasonal cheer, this is a celebration you won't want to miss!
Science
Education
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Photos: Oakland middle school students compete in the OAL Cross Country Championship

Oakland middle school runners safely competed in the OAL cross country championship days after a school shooting and the fatal shooting of coach John Beam.
Pets
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

Paint Your Pet at Tiger's Taproom (Oakland)

Guided pet-portrait painting at Tiger's Taproom with pre-sketched canvases, first drink included; 21+ and pet photo deadline November 16.
#school-shooting
#restaurant-closures
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

John Beam, legendary Oakland football coach shot at Laney College, has died

My thoughts are with Coach John Beam and his loved ones. We are praying for him. Coach Beam is a giant in Oakland - a mentor, an educator, and a lifeline for thousands of young people,
US news
fromKqed
1 week ago

A Legendary Mural From the 1980s Has Been Repainted in East Oakland

OAKLAND IS PROUD
Arts
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Oakland office building is foreclosed in fresh sign of market maladies

OAKLAND An office building that once was the Oakland Masonic Center has been taken back by its lender through a speedy foreclosure process that serves as a reminder of lingering weakness in the Bay Area office market. The building, located at 3901 and 3903 Broadway in Oakland, is now owned by an affiliate of MidCap Financial, which provided the property with a loan in 2022 totaling $35.2 million, Alameda County real estate records show.
East Bay real estate
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

Free Tour at Ace Makerspace

Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland. Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.
Gadgets
Arts
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

The Nutcracker Bird (Oakland)

Berkeley Ballet presents a one-act, 70-minute Nutcracker reimagining through natural themes like Snowflakes and Ocean Waves, with pre-show treats and post-show meet-the-dancers.
Coffee
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Red Bay Coffee to close its sprawling Oakland headquarters

Red Bay Coffee will close its Fruitvale headquarters on November 30 and move service to its nearby roastery after reduced foot traffic and financial strain.
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

Oakland Critical Mass | First Friday

Oakland Critical Mass is a monthly group bike ride that takes place every first Friday of the month, which starts at 8 pm at the BikeLink bike lockers at 14th and Broadway, and ends at 23rd and Telegraph where Oakland Art Murmur is underway. Critical Mass is argued to be a political-protest for bikers' rights, but it's also a fun social ride that takes over the streets.
Social justice
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Oakland Mayor Lee met with Southwest's CEO days after city dismissed lawsuit against airline

Oakland dropped a lawsuit against Southwest and pursued renewed partnership talks amid concerns about declining airport traffic and the airline possibly leaving.
California
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

First "Oakland First Fridays" Street Festival of 2026

Oakland First Fridays is a free, monthly street festival on Telegraph Avenue celebrating local art, music, food, performances, and community every first Friday from 5–9:30pm.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Flora & Ferment shutters quietly, community cornerstone Friends and Family announces closing date

Albany cider bottle shop Flora & Ferment and Oakland sapphic bar Friends & Family have permanently closed; Friends & Family will close on Dec. 30.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Man charged in Oakland fistfight related shooting

A 39-year-old Oakland man allegedly shot a 28-year-old during an altercation after being beaten by his opponent's friends; he faces attempted murder and firearm charges.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Martinis, missed connections and les eggs: The Oakland bar closure I never wanted to cover

Friends & Family, a lauded queer bar in Oakland, will close on December 30 due to insufficient revenue despite critical acclaim.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Oakland's trash collector sues city for breach of contract

Waste Management is suing Oakland for alleged breaches of the 2015 trash contract, seeking millions over penalties, rates, unpaid assessments, and illegal dumping failures.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Person hit by BART train in Oakland

Person hit by BART train at 12th Street Oakland City Center Station was removed alive and taken to hospital; service resumed after about an hour.
Remodel
fromThe Oaklandside
3 weeks ago

Fire Department debates safe street advocates on Oakland road design

Oakland's updated fire code debate pits fire-truck clearance requirements against safe-streets advocates seeking narrower, traffic-calming road designs.
#museum-theft
US news
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Eye on the Hills: Concerns heard at Oakland Coffee with a Cop' event

Earlier nightfall increases robberies and burglaries; residents should avoid confronting suspects because thieves may be armed and prioritize personal safety.
Music
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

Saturday Karaoke Night w/ Waterfront Views at Brooklyn Basin (Oakland)

Weekly Saturday karaoke at Lumpia Company in Brooklyn Basin, 7PM–close, free, family- and dog-friendly, with food and drinks served through December 27.
Social justice
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

New Book 'On Loop' Details Oakland's Crackdowns on Black Sonic Expression | KQED

Oakland’s Black sonic culture has been repeatedly suppressed through policing, anti-nuisance laws, fines, and property-driven redevelopment.
East Bay food
fromoaklandside.org
4 weeks ago

New Thai arrives in Berkeley, and Sideshow Kitchen launches spinoff location

Berkeley gained Praaw Thai Eatery featuring elegant Thai entrees and desserts; Oakland gained Sideshow Express offering Sideshow Kitchen favorites plus breakfast and possible exclusives.
US politics
fromThe Oaklandside
4 weeks ago

A federal agent shot a pastor in the face with a chemical weapon. What can California do about it?

A CBP agent fired noxious 'less lethal' chemical munitions into Rev. Jorge Bautista's face during a Sanctuary Faith Vigil in East Oakland.
Pets
fromFuncheap
4 weeks ago

Pee-Wee Paws Meetup at Wag Hotel (Oakland)

Join a pet-friendly Halloween meetup at Wags Hotel in Oakland, 6:30–8:00 PM; Eventbrite $12, $15 at the door, costumes encouraged.
US politics
fromThe Oaklandside
4 weeks ago

Poll finds Oakland voters support Mayor Barbara Lee, want more cops

Most likely Oakland voters favor increasing police staffing and surveillance, reducing homeless encampments, and shifting governance to give the mayor more power.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Oakland man charged with firing 19 shots in anger after salesman came to his door

A 41-year-old Oakland man allegedly fired 19 shots to drive away a door-to-door salesman and faces felony gun and threat charges.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Oakland: High-rolling Ghost Town robbery crew member gets 70 months in prison

Darrin Hutchinson received a five-year, ten-month federal prison sentence for joining a West Oakland robbery crew that stole jewelry, cash and marijuana.
US news
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Video Shows Weird Aftermath to Shooting Involving U-Haul Truck at Coast Guard Island ICE Protest

A U-Haul backed toward federal agents near Coast Guard Island; agents shot the driver, who was later found, hospitalized, and taken for mental health evaluation.
#wine-bar
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Fear and senseless violence': Inside the East Bay Sureno gangs allegedly behind mass murder and mayhem

Federal and state authorities arrested nine alleged members of two Oakland Sureno gangs linked to racketeering, firearms, narcotics crimes and 31 homicides.
US news
fromsfist.com
4 weeks ago

Early Morning FBI Raid Hits Oakland After Feds Indict Nine Alleged Gang Members

Nine alleged Sureno gang members in Oakland were federally indicted for murders, attempted murders, drug and firearms charges; several arrested in an early-morning FBI raid.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Oakland mom, teen daughter arrested in rubber mallet attack at downtown cafe

A 37-year-old Oakland woman allegedly attacked another woman with a rubber mallet, stole her cellphone, and involved her two daughters in the assault.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Kasper's, the hot dog that 'started it all' in Oakland, is no more

Kasper's Hot Dogs shut down both of its remaining locations in mid-October, one in Concord and the other on Oakland's MacArthur Boulevard. Started in 1929 in Oakland by Kasper Koojoolian, the brand has now gone from roughly a dozen outposts around the Bay down to zero - though Caspers Hot Dogs, another East Bay chain, is still seemingly doing fine.
East Bay food
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