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Whether you need spices for the cook on your list, or unique gifts for the home, this immigrant enclave has it all.
Oakland gift guide: Where to shop in Fruitvale
Whether you need spices for the cook on your list, or unique gifts for the home, this immigrant enclave has it all.
oaklandside.org
November 27, 2025 at 12:50 AM
Whether you need spices for the cook on your list, or unique gifts for the home, this immigrant enclave has it all.
The East Bay Regional Park District is waiving fees and organizing group hikes.
East Bay regional parks are free on ‘Green Friday’ after Thanksgiving
The East Bay Regional Park District is waiving fees and organizing group hikes.
oaklandside.org
November 26, 2025 at 11:04 PM
The East Bay Regional Park District is waiving fees and organizing group hikes.
Oakland Gleaners and Alameda’s Project Pick have had record years, redistributing a combined 11 tons of fruit to those in need.
Giving trees: East Bay backyard orchards are a mutual aid lifeline
Oakland Gleaners and Alameda’s Project Pick have had record years, redistributing a combined 11 tons of fruit to those in need.
oaklandside.org
November 26, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Oakland Gleaners and Alameda’s Project Pick have had record years, redistributing a combined 11 tons of fruit to those in need.
One more state regulator still needs to give the green light before robo-cars hit East Bay roads.
Waymo car service in Oakland and Berkeley approved by DMV
One more state regulator still needs to give the green light before robo-cars hit East Bay roads.
oaklandside.org
November 26, 2025 at 8:04 PM
One more state regulator still needs to give the green light before robo-cars hit East Bay roads.
Skyline High alumni, and the Oakland Public Library are holding tributes open to the public.
Here’s where you can honor the life and legacy of Coach John Beam
Skyline High alumni, and the Oakland Public Library are holding tributes open to the public.
oaklandside.org
November 26, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Skyline High alumni, and the Oakland Public Library are holding tributes open to the public.
A stretch of family businesses offer beautiful items for the home — and the workbench. Plus, take a break at one of Oakland’s best beer gardens.
Oakland gift guide: Where to shop in the Laurel district
A stretch of family businesses offer beautiful items for the home — and the workbench. Plus, take a break at one of Oakland’s best beer gardens.
oaklandside.org
November 26, 2025 at 1:06 AM
A stretch of family businesses offer beautiful items for the home — and the workbench. Plus, take a break at one of Oakland’s best beer gardens.
Other events include a holiday craft fair, and ladybug season at Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park.
This week in Oakland: tree lighting at Jack London Square, and Sheila E. at Yoshi’s
Tree lighting at Jack London Square, Sheila E. at Yoshi’s, a holiday craft fair, and ladybug season at Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park.
oaklandside.org
November 26, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Other events include a holiday craft fair, and ladybug season at Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park.
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
The Peach opens for dinner, and Psychedelic Pizza serving slices at Krispy Joe’s
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
oaklandside.org
November 25, 2025 at 10:06 PM
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Parts of the two busy arterial streets in Oakland currently have speed limits of 25 and 30 miles per hour.
Broadway and International Blvd. to see consistent 20 mph speed limits
Parts of the two busy arterial streets in Oakland currently have speed limits of 25 and 30 miles per hour.
oaklandside.org
November 25, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Parts of the two busy arterial streets in Oakland currently have speed limits of 25 and 30 miles per hour.
2 Star Market's holiday tradition started in 2002 with 20 turkeys for 50 people. This year they are collecting donations in hopes of serving more than ever.
100 Turkeys. 1,000 plates. 23 years in, an Oakland community Thanksgiving keeps growing
2 Star Market's holiday tradition started in 2002 with 20 turkeys for 50 people. This year they are collecting donations in hopes of serving more than ever.
oaklandside.org
November 25, 2025 at 5:40 PM
2 Star Market's holiday tradition started in 2002 with 20 turkeys for 50 people. This year they are collecting donations in hopes of serving more than ever.
Transportation and Public Works chief Josh Rowan has accused Councilmember Ken Houston of trying to “rig” a city contract. Houston says Rowan defamed him.
Feud between Oakland councilmember and city staffer escalates into ethics complaints
Transportation and Public Works chief Josh Rowan has accused Councilmember Ken Houston of trying to “rig” a city contract. Houston says Rowan defamed him.
oaklandside.org
November 25, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Transportation and Public Works chief Josh Rowan has accused Councilmember Ken Houston of trying to “rig” a city contract. Houston says Rowan defamed him.
A federal judge in Kentucky ruled a bankruptcy court’s judgment, which could have put the city on the hook for hundreds of millions of dollars, was improper.
Oakland might not owe coal company hundreds of millions after new court ruling
A federal judge in Kentucky ruled a bankruptcy court’s judgment, which could have put the city on the hook for hundreds of millions of dollars, was improper.
oaklandside.org
November 25, 2025 at 2:27 AM
A federal judge in Kentucky ruled a bankruptcy court’s judgment, which could have put the city on the hook for hundreds of millions of dollars, was improper.
A walking guide to help you discover hidden gems for foodies and plant-lovers — plus where to stop for dumplings and sweets.
Oakland gift guide: Chinatown on foot
A walking guide to discover hidden gems for foodies and plant-lovers from small businesses — plus where to stop for dumplings and sweets.
oaklandside.org
November 25, 2025 at 1:27 AM
A walking guide to help you discover hidden gems for foodies and plant-lovers — plus where to stop for dumplings and sweets.
How does Oakland’s Ceasefire program work? A new data dashboard allows residents to keep tabs.
You can now track Oakland’s gun violence prevention efforts
How does Oakland’s Ceasefire program work? A new data dashboard allows residents to keep tabs.
oaklandside.org
November 25, 2025 at 12:27 AM
How does Oakland’s Ceasefire program work? A new data dashboard allows residents to keep tabs.
OUSD has made substantial gains in principal retention this year, which means stability for schools and students. But principals worry that looming budget cuts could undermine that progress.
Oakland schools have stemmed principal turnover
OUSD has made substantial gains in principal retention this year, which means stability for schools and students. But principals worry that looming budget cuts could undermine that progress.
oaklandside.org
November 24, 2025 at 7:56 PM
OUSD has made substantial gains in principal retention this year, which means stability for schools and students. But principals worry that looming budget cuts could undermine that progress.
We asked Oakland’s independent bookstores what titles should be on your gift list — and they delivered. From graphic novels to gothic fantasy to a must-have cookbook, this list is quirky, cool, and very Oakland.
A gift guide for book lovers, from indie Oakland booksellers
We asked Oakland’s independent bookstores what titles should be on your gift list — and they delivered. The list is quirky, cool, and very Oakland.
oaklandside.org
November 22, 2025 at 1:06 AM
We asked Oakland’s independent bookstores what titles should be on your gift list — and they delivered. From graphic novels to gothic fantasy to a must-have cookbook, this list is quirky, cool, and very Oakland.
The Castlemont school teacher was killed last summer by a young driver in the aftermath of a CHP chase. His family blames the chase and a city pothole for the death.
Family of Marvin Boomer plans to sue Oakland and CHP next week
The Castlemont school teacher was killed last summer by a young driver in the aftermath of a CHP chase. His family blames the chase and a city pothole for the death.
oaklandside.org
November 22, 2025 at 12:06 AM
The Castlemont school teacher was killed last summer by a young driver in the aftermath of a CHP chase. His family blames the chase and a city pothole for the death.
In yet another blow to East Bay beer-focused businesses, the bar is closing in part due to slowing business and high rent.
After 10 years in Temescal, Roses’ Taproom announces closure
In yet another blow to East Bay beer-focused businesses, the bar is closing in part due to slowing business and high rent.
oaklandside.org
November 21, 2025 at 8:26 PM
In yet another blow to East Bay beer-focused businesses, the bar is closing in part due to slowing business and high rent.
A former Pittsburgh Steelers player, Skyline alumni, Laney football players, the Oakland Fire Department Chief, and others tell us what Coach Beam meant to them.
The legacy of John Beam through the lives he touched
A former Pittsburgh Steelers player, Skyline alumni, Laney football players, the Oakland Fire Department Chief, and others tell us what Coach Beam meant to them.
oaklandside.org
November 21, 2025 at 1:28 AM
A former Pittsburgh Steelers player, Skyline alumni, Laney football players, the Oakland Fire Department Chief, and others tell us what Coach Beam meant to them.
In the first confirmed case of Trump-era immigration enforcement near an Oakland school, agents pursued a grandparent who crashed his car in West Oakland. Families were wary one day later.
A day after ICE showed up near Hoover Elementary, parents felt nervous and defiant
In the first confirmed case of Trump-era immigration enforcement near an Oakland school, agents pursued a grandparent who crashed his car in West Oakland. Families were wary one day later.
oaklandside.org
November 21, 2025 at 12:28 AM
In the first confirmed case of Trump-era immigration enforcement near an Oakland school, agents pursued a grandparent who crashed his car in West Oakland. Families were wary one day later.
Police can track the movements of vehicles with these powerful license plate reader surveillance cameras. But critics say they’re ripe for abuse.
What are Flock cameras, and why are they controversial in Oakland?
Police can track the movements of vehicles with these powerful license plate reader surveillance cameras. But critics say they’re ripe for abuse.
oaklandside.org
November 20, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Police can track the movements of vehicles with these powerful license plate reader surveillance cameras. But critics say they’re ripe for abuse.
As Oakland public schools reel from a school shooting, the homicide of a beloved former coach, and heightened immigration enforcement near its campuses, the board must also commit to $100 million in budget cuts within the next month.
Forced to cut $100M from budget, OUSD looks 'to do less with less'
As Oakland public schools reel from a school shooting, the homicide of a beloved former coach, and heightened immigration enforcement near its campuses, the board must also commit to $100 million in budget cuts within the next month.
oaklandside.org
November 20, 2025 at 10:12 PM
As Oakland public schools reel from a school shooting, the homicide of a beloved former coach, and heightened immigration enforcement near its campuses, the board must also commit to $100 million in budget cuts within the next month.
Three city officials are promoting a ballot measure that would also temporarily cut taxes for new Oakland businesses of any size.
Small businesses could get a big tax break under Oakland plan
Three city officials are promoting a ballot measure that would also temporarily cut taxes for new Oakland businesses of any size.
oaklandside.org
November 20, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Three city officials are promoting a ballot measure that would also temporarily cut taxes for new Oakland businesses of any size.
The Mediterranean cafe from Jennie and Benji Smith named after a Borges short story offers a menu centered on seasonal, California produce and proteins.
First look at Uqbar, West Berkeley’s new literary-inspired restaurant
The Mediterranean cafe from Jennie and Benji Smith named after a Borges short story offers a menu centered on seasonal, California produce and proteins.
oaklandside.org
November 20, 2025 at 6:17 PM
The Mediterranean cafe from Jennie and Benji Smith named after a Borges short story offers a menu centered on seasonal, California produce and proteins.
Scores of people voiced concerns about growing police surveillance, while others support more cameras to fight crime.
Oakland council committee rejects Flock surveillance camera expansion
Scores of people voiced concerns about growing police surveillance, while others support more cameras to fight crime.
oaklandside.org
November 20, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Scores of people voiced concerns about growing police surveillance, while others support more cameras to fight crime.