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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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What Are Schoolteachers Thinking? Report Gives Insights
What teachers think and experience in the public education system is explored in a new report by the National Alliance…
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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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JPMorgan Chase Bank Hosts Backpack Giveaway in Oakland
To help prepare for the year ahead, JPMorgan Chase hosted a Back-to-School event at its Oakland Community Center branch on…
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Doulas & Black Moms: Bridging the Gap Between Mental Treatment and Maternal Care
There is a growing body of evidence that disparities in medical treatment in the United States — compounded over centuries…
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Thousands of Black Californians Have Lost Their Health Insurance — Don’t Lose Yours
Five percent of the 225,231 Californians who lost their Medi-Cal coverage in June were African American. According to numbers from…
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Richmond Admirals Capture Titles at ‘Ultimate’ World Series in Reno
Two Richmond teams are celebrating great wins in the “Ultimate” World Series end-of-season tournament in Reno, Nevada that finished on…
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Oakland-Based Artist’s Work on Display at MoAD in S.F.
MoAD’s most recent Emerging Artists Program exhibition is now up through Aug. 20 and features the work of Oakland-based artist…
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California Education Chief Thurmond Considers Run for Governor
California’s chief elected education officer, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, who is the first Afro Latino and second…
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Samuel Jones Sr., 79
Samuel Jones Sr., affectionately known as Sam, departed from his earthly home Tuesday, June 13, 2023, in San Leandro, CA.…
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‘Black Woman is God’ is Back for the Fourth Year
The Black Woman is God (TBWIG) opened its yearly art exhibit with a reception in downtown San Francisco on June…
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Development of Marriott Hotel Tower in Downtown Oakland Forces Closure of Uncle Wille’s BBQ, Owners Say
The family-owned business, Uncle Willie’s Original BBQ and Fish, located at 614 14th St. in downtown Oakland, has served local…
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Take Time Off This Summer, but Not from Your Finances
Summer is here, bringing all the fun that comes with months of warm weather and hours of daylight. As you…
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Alameda Grand Jury Probate Court Report Recommendations Offer No Oversight
On June 30, 2022, the Alameda County Grand Jury released a report citing deficiencies of the Alameda County Probate Court…
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Safe Kids Day: Health & Wellness Fair for Children
In partnership with Safe Kids Alameda County, the AEG Oakland Community Foundation will host the Ninth annual Safe Kids Day…
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A Father’s Day to Remember: Peace between rivals on De Fremery Park’s basketball court
Father’s Day was a day of mutual understanding for the fathers and young men to put their differences to the…
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Richmond Celebrates Juneteenth with Parade and Festival
Richmond came together to celebrate Juneteenth with its annual parade and festival on Saturday. The Richmond Juneteenth Family Parade &…
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Riggers Loft Readies for Food, Wine, Music, and Fireworks
Reveling in its opportune spot adjacent to Richmond’s July 3 fireworks show, Riggers Loft is amping up its own celebration…
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Community Resource-Driven ‘Thrive Thursdays’ Begin This Week
Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia and Richmond City Councilmember Doria Robinson will host the summer's first "Thrive Thursday/Health 4…
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Community Picnic for Youth, Teens at San Pablo Park June 29
Join the City of Berkeley Recreation Division for our annual community picnic. The popular event will draw crowds for an…
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Miracle Temple’s Pastor Emeritus Dr. Lelia M. Rideau Edwards Celebrates 95th Birthday
Miracle Temple Apostolic Pentecostal Church hosted an appreciation service celebrating Pastor Emeritus Dr. Lelia M. Rideau Edwards’ 95th birthday at…
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Prayers That Make Men Better
As Father’s Day is upon us, three Black clergymen have published a book of prayers that have worked for them…
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Juneteenth ‘Round the Bay’ Guide
It was on June 19, 1865, two and a half years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation had become official, Major…
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Vallejo Juneteenth Event Moves to Waterfront Green
Organizers of the 33rd Annual Vallejo Juneteenth Festival and Parade announce they are relocating the event to the Barbara Kondylis…
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The Biz Beat: San Jose Shop Hoists Pinatas to an Art Form
There are few things as joyful as a pinata, and Dulceria Mi Carnaval in San Jose can design them to…
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