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U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Rep. Lateefah Simon to Speak at Elihu Harris Lecture Series

U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Rep. Lateefah Simon to Speak at Elihu Harris Lecture Series

The popular lecture series is co-produced by the Oakland-based Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Center and Peralta Community College District.…
After Years of Working Remotely, Oakland Requires All City Employees to Return to Office by April 7

After Years of Working Remotely, Oakland Requires All City Employees to Return to Office by April 7

City Administrator Jestin Johnson recently told city unions that he is ending Oakland’s telecommuting program. The new policy will require…
Actor, Philanthropist Blair Underwood Visits Bay Area, Kicks Off Literacy Program in ‘New Oakland’ Initiative

Actor, Philanthropist Blair Underwood Visits Bay Area, Kicks Off Literacy Program in ‘New Oakland’ Initiative

These community activations were coordinated with the San Francisco-based non-profit program “Room to Read.” Ray said he is also donating…
McClymonds High Names School Gym for Star Graduate, Basketball Legend Bill Russell

McClymonds High Names School Gym for Star Graduate, Basketball Legend Bill Russell

William “Bill” Felton Russell was born on Feb. 12, 1934, and died on July 31, 2022. He achieved fame as a…
Mayor Jenkins Leads All-Star Community Cleanup

Mayor Jenkins Leads All-Star Community Cleanup

"Oakland is putting its best foot forward in anticipation of the thousands of fans that will be celebrating the NBA…
Councilmembers Ramachandran, Kaplan, Unger Identify Funds to Save Oakland Fire Stations

Councilmembers Ramachandran, Kaplan, Unger Identify Funds to Save Oakland Fire Stations

Our budget crisis – one of the worst in Oakland’s history – is compounded by the fact that people do…
Retired Bay Area Journalist Finds Success in Paris with Black History Tours

Retired Bay Area Journalist Finds Success in Paris with Black History Tours

In the late 90s, Stevenson finally realized her dream of living in Paris, now with her daughter. She started exploring…
COMMENTARY: Let’s Go to The Doctor. Obesity and Weight Management for Men

COMMENTARY: Let’s Go to The Doctor. Obesity and Weight Management for Men

Obesity is a chronic disease.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), obesity affects 42.8% of middle-aged…
Lee Releases Strong Statement on Integrity and Ethics in Government

Lee Releases Strong Statement on Integrity and Ethics in Government

In a statement released recently, Lee said she fully supports current efforts by the League of Women Voters, Common Cause, ACLU…
Griot Theater Company Presents August Wilson’s Work at Annual Oratorical Featuring Black Authors

Griot Theater Company Presents August Wilson’s Work at Annual Oratorical Featuring Black Authors

The performance explores the legacy of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson whose 10-play Century Cycle chronicles the African American experience…
Tony Thurmond Urges Educators to Stay Focused Amid Federal Funding Battle

Tony Thurmond Urges Educators to Stay Focused Amid Federal Funding Battle

In a statement and a letter to California’s local educational agencies (LEAs), Thurmond praised efforts to reduce chronic absenteeism and…
Paul Robeson: A Voice for the Ages, A Champion for Justice

Paul Robeson: A Voice for the Ages, A Champion for Justice

Robeson first gained widespread recognition on stage and screen, delivering commanding performances that captivated audiences. Yet, it was his voice…
OPINION: Politics, Football and Identity in Trump’s America

OPINION: Politics, Football and Identity in Trump’s America

If you haven’t noticed, all Americans are engaged in an even bigger game that means so much more than the…
Richmond Students Board Bus en Route to College Degrees

Richmond Students Board Bus en Route to College Degrees

The Black College Expo at the Marriott Convention Center on Feb. 8, where San Rafael nonprofit 10,000 Degrees, which organized the field trip,…
Open E.A.R.S. for Change Continues to Inspire Asian-Black Unity Through Annual Celebration

Open E.A.R.S. for Change Continues to Inspire Asian-Black Unity Through Annual Celebration

Destiny Arts Center youth dance group performed on stage at the Lunar New Year x Black History Month event at…
How a 40-Year PG&E orker Became a Safety Pioneer

How a 40-Year PG&E orker Became a Safety Pioneer

Clifton also received the 33rd John A. Britton Gold Medal Award for rescuing a family from a burning home and started…
Gov. Newsom Looks Back at 2024 Milestones; Presents Vision for 2025

Gov. Newsom Looks Back at 2024 Milestones; Presents Vision for 2025

Newsom opened by recounting his announcement atop the Golden Gate Bridge of $150.4 billion in record-breaking visitor spending. He reflected…
Oakland Post: Week of February 12 – 18, 2025

Oakland Post: Week of February 12 – 18, 2025

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of February 12 - 18, 2025 The post Oakland Post: Week…
Former U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee Reflects on Her Career as She Bids Farewell to Congress

Former U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee Reflects on Her Career as She Bids Farewell to Congress

“Together, we have raised our voices and pushed the envelope for peace, justice and equity. It has been the honor…
Oakland Post: Week of February 5 – 11, 2025

Oakland Post: Week of February 5 – 11, 2025

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of February 5 - 11, 2025 The post Oakland Post: Week…
2 Minute Warning LIVEstream – “What You Gon Do When The Big O Come For You?”

2 Minute Warning LIVEstream – “What You Gon Do When The Big O Come For You?”

Join our hosts in a community conversation about the pending oligarchy with special guests Attorney Sandra Cherfrere and … The…
Season 6, Episode 5: 🎉 Exciting Episode Alert: Let’s Talk 🎉

Season 6, Episode 5: 🎉 Exciting Episode Alert: Let’s Talk 🎉

Mark Your Calendars: Where: Let’s Talk on WIN-TV ⏰ When: Friday, January 31 – 12 PM – 1 PM Whether…
OP-ED: Like Physicians, U.S. Health Institutions Must ‘First, Do No Harm’

OP-ED: Like Physicians, U.S. Health Institutions Must ‘First, Do No Harm’

Coupled with their lack of government and healthcare-related experience, we are concerned these nominees will significantly undermine public health, increase…
Oakland Post: Week of January 29 – February 4, 2025

Oakland Post: Week of January 29 – February 4, 2025

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of January 29 - February 4, 2025 The post Oakland Post:…
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