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Latinx Heritage Celebration at Fairyland
Join us for Fairyland’s Latinx Heritage Celebration in the park on Saturday, Sept. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 1 for a…
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Councilmember Seeks Plan for Former Pullman Porters’ Hotel Damaged in Fire
Richmond City Councilmember Doria Robinson is planning to hold a community meeting in the next few weeks to discuss possible…
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The Power of a President Standing on the Picket Line
The economy may be the No. 1 issue in the upcoming election. But it’s still a mystery. How can inflation…
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Burundi’s Ambassador visits Oakland to unite and collaborate with Oakland-Burundi Sister Cities
In a remarkable display of international goodwill and cooperation, Ambassador Dr. Albert Nasasagare, the Special Advisor to President Évariste Ndayishimiye…
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People’s Republic of China Celebrates 74th Anniversary: Expression of Hope that China – U.S. Friendship and Prosperity Will Continue to Grow
Chinese Consul General Zhang Jianmin hosted a reception to celebrate the 74th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic…
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OCCUR & SF Foundation FAITHS Program Presents Year-End Celebration: Taking Our Impact Higher!
Even in an era of tumult as we’ve rarely seen before, individuals in great need today are still looking to…
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Suicide Prevention Week: A Reminder of the Mental Health Crisis Confronting Black Californians
The conclusion of Suicide Prevention Week on Sept.16 served as a reminder, according to wellness advocates, of the ongoing mental…
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Oakland’s Historic Hair Salon: Legacy, Resilience, and the Beacon of Community Care
In the heart of Oakland's 14th Street, a timeless beauty and care institution, the Style-Rite Beauty Salon, stands as a…
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Oakland NAACP Demands Investigation on Missed Deadline for Crime Fighting Funds from State
On Monday morning, community leaders including representatives from the Oakland NAACP chapter held a press conference at Acts Full Gospel…
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Opinion: AB-280, the Mandela Act, Can Bring an End to Prolonged Solitary Confinement
AB-280 was conceived as a direct response to the suffering endured by men, women, individuals with mental health conditions, the…
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Judge Halts Funding for Housing Protested by Marin City Residents
In a ruling that marks a major milestone for affirming the concerns of Marin City residents, a Marin County judge…
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Sen. Steve Bradford Introduces Historic Reparations Legislation
Sen. Steven Bradford (D-Gardena) has proposed that the state should create a system of redress for injustices committed against Black…
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Negro Leagues Baseball Museum to Induct Pitchers Mike Norris, Vida Blue
Mike Norris and the late Vida Blue, baseball legends who are also both known for supporting youth athletes in the…
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Dr. Patricia Bath: A Legacy of Visionary Achievements
Dr. Patricia Bath, a trailblazer in the field of ophthalmology, etched her name in history as a woman of numerous…
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COMMENTARY: Finding Joy and Justice for Childbearing Black Moms
Black mothers are more likely to die due to complications from pregnancy and childbirth than pregnant women of all other…
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Assemblymember Tina McKinnor and Colleagues Ask Gov. Newsom to Intervene in State Employee Pay Negotiations
Tensions are flaring over ongoing contract negotiations between government employee unions and the state. Some are deadlocked. The delays have…
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California Announces New Efforts to Fight Hate and Discrimination
As the rate of hate crimes continues to increase in California, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced additional funding, resources and guidance…
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Black Cultural Zone, Block Inc., Gives Boost to Black Entrepreneurs
Black Cultural Zone (BCZ) and Block Inc., co-opened a space called “Uptown Market: The Best of Oakland” on Thursday, Aug.…
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Aging Californians: Relaxing the State’s Public Meeting Law Is a Good Thing
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order that temporarily suspended some of the requirements of the…
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Acknowledging Our Ancestars is Good for Our Souls
Ancestors are those in our maternal and paternal bloodlines born before us (in most cases) who have transitioned from the…
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