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Asm. Akilah Weber Introduces Bill to Protect Terminally Ill Californians
On Feb. 7, Assemblymember Akilah Weber (D-La Mesa) introduced legislation, Assembly Bill (AB) 2180, designed to ensure that terminally or…
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After Severe Storms Kill 12, State Warns of Ongoing Dangers
State authorities and elected officials around California are thanking 8,500 first responders for their combined efforts over the past weeks…
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Berkeley Considers New Law to Help Tenants Buy Where They Rent
Renée, a Berkeley resident, was dismayed last summer when she saw the final sale price of the four-plex where she…
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Nigerian Bank Chief Killed in Helicopter Crash on Way to Superbowl XVIII
According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Dept., the crash occurred near Nipton, on the edge of the Mojave Desert…
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Inheriting the Mantle: Who Will Carry the Legacy of John George?
Black political representation in Oakland and Berkeley was spurred by the Black Panther Party’s political organizing which began with the…
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Faces Around the Bay: Rhem Bell
In 1863, Captain Horace James established a camp for freedmen near New Bern. James City was named in his honor.…
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Oakland Post: Week of February 21 – 27, 2024
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of February 21 - 27, 2024
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Book Chat with Isaiah Allen – “A Smile”
In this episode of the Conversation with Al McFarlane we have author Isaiah Allen on to talk about his new…
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Oakland Post: Week of February 14 – 20, 2024
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of February 14 - 20, 2024
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Protesters Demanding Hearing on Gaza Ceasefire Resolution Shut Down Oakland School Board Meeting
Ceasefire demonstrators beat a drum and called out the names and ages of children who have died in the Israeli…
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Oakland Post: Week of February 7 – 13, 2024
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of February 7 - 13,, 2024 The post Oakland Post: Week…
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PRESS ROOM: Oakland Pic Hosts New Year’s Career & Resource Expo
OPIC CEO Pastor Raymond Lankford expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating: "This Career Fair is not merely a gathering…
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Oakland Post: Week of – January 31 – February 1, 2024
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of January 31 - February 1, 2024 The post Oakland Post:…
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Oakland Post: Week of – January 24 – 30, 2024
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of January 24 - 30, 2024
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Free Community Headshot Portraits
The City of San Leandro is thrilled to offer you a first-come, first-served opportunity to take high-quality headshot portraits —…
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City of Stockton Seeks Applications for Public Art Murals
The City of Stockton Arts Commission (SAC) has announced the opportunity for artist(s) and/or artist teams to apply to design…
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Depot Community Apartments in Hayward Welcomes First Residents
Formerly homeless residents moved into new micro studio apartments at 2595 Depot Road, a recently completed residential community considered among…
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Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley Gives Small Business a $30,000 Boost
On Jan. 6, Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley (D6) presented a $30,000 check to small business owner William “Bill” Owens,…
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Mayor Breed to Introduce Ordinance to Speed Up Process of Securing Residential Treatment, Care Beds
Mayor London N. Breed, in partnership with the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH), introduced legislation Tuesday to make…
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GoFundMe Aims to Support RHS Marching Band’s Trip to Disneyland
Richmond High School Music Department Director Andrew Wilke recently launched a GoFundMe with the aim of raising funds to send…
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Woman Charged with Murder After Striking Pedestrian with Car in San Pablo
A 39-year-old woman is accused of intentionally striking and killing a woman with her car in San Pablo last month.…
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Upcoming WCC Education Fair to be Held at Pinole Valley High
The West Contra Costa Education Fair is back, and this year promises to be a celebration of education, community, and…
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Hurlbut Benevolent Foundation Teams with RichmondWORKS to Feed Families
Over 300 families in Richmond received $100 food coupons during the holidays thanks to a partnership involving a local foundation…
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Grocery Store Coming Soon to Vacant North Richmond Property
A long-running vision by community leaders to install a grocery store in North Richmond appears on its way to reality.…
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