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Defend the Future of Geoffrey’s Inner Circle
This proposed real estate development threatens one of Oakland’s oldest and most thriving Black businesses, Geoffrey’s Inner Circle, 410 14th St.,…
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County Supervisor Keith Carson Announces Retirement after 30-Year Career
Many had assumed that Carson, who was first elected to the board in 1992, was planning to run for another…
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Play Winter Reading BINGO with the San Leandro Library
Starting Thursday, Dec.14, pick up a game card at any San Leandro Library branch or participate online with Beanstack, the…
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Congresswoman Lee Releases Statement on Vandalism of Lake Merritt Menorah
Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-12) released the following statement on the destruction of the large Menorah on display at Lake Merritt…
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The Silent Struggle of Pregnancy Loss
It is a tragedy that Black women's odds of pregnancy loss are much higher than the general population. It’s even…
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Oakland Post: Week of December 13 – 19, 2023
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of December 13 - 19, 2023 The post Oakland Post: Week…
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Business Owners Talk Future of Economic Development in Oakland at Downtown Event
The city of Oakland is taking steps to streamline permits for businesses to entice them to stay and bring new…
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Dec. 19 Council Meeting Could Affect Future of Geoffrey’s Inner Circle
Geoffrey’s is a historic treasure, located in downtown Oakland at 410 14th St. Once an all-white, male-only club, the building…
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OUSD Schools Participate in Pro-Palestine ‘Teach-In’ Despite District Tension
On Wednesday morning, OEA for Palestine members issued a statement calling out the superintendent and the district for trying to…
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A Happy Birthday Gala Celebration for Sandré Swanson at Scott’s Restaurant
Special to The Post A capacity crowd supported a gala birthday fundraising celebration Saturday night for former State Assemblymember Sandré Swanson at…
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Gov. Newsom Appoints Tomiquia Moss to Lead State Agency Tackling Homelessness, Consumer Rights
“The housing and homelessness crisis is the No. 1 issue facing our state, and Secretary Moss brings decades of deep…
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Get Up and Dance: Tickets Available for 23rd Annual Senior Winter Ball
The affordable cost of The Ball provides seniors an opportunity to dress up in their finest, be served dinner at…
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Five New California Laws Black People Should Care About in 2024
Among other important pieces of recently passed legislation, a new law ensures that California workers will accrue paid sick time…
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Oakland Welcomes a New Baseball Team to Compensate for Oakland A’s Departure
Before a City Council meeting in early November, Mayor Sheng Thao held a rally with fans to call on the…
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Oakland Post: Week of December 6 – 12, 2023
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of December 6 - 12, 2023 The post Oakland Post: Week…
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Alameda County Board of Supervisors Fails to OK Charter Amendment on Recall Process
In October, the board introduced the amendment after Alameda County Counsel Donna Zieglar brought forward that the existing charter is…
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OPINION: Will Geoffrey’s Inner Circle Become Another Victim of Hi-Rise ‘Destruction?’
The Oakland City Council should reject Tidewater’s proposal. It does not fit the Council’s 2016 Resolution setting up the Black Arts…
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Legislature Revisits Bill That Would Increase Voter Registration Options for Californians
Known as the California New Motor Voter program, Senate Bill (S.B.) 299 also promised to further automate and streamline the…
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Law Enforcement Leaders Share Plan to Fight Smash-and-Grab Retail Theft During Holiday Season
“When criminals run out of stores with stolen goods, they need to be arrested and escorted directly into jail cells,”…
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COMMENTARY: Apology for Japanese American Internment Prompts Equal Response to Injustices Against Black Californians
By Joe W. Bowers Jr. | California Black Media In August, the California Attorney General’s Office publicly apologized for its…
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Oakland Post: Week of November 29 – December 5, 2023
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of November 29 - December 5, 2023 The post Oakland Post:…
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BWOPA Hosts Ella Hill Hutch Dinner and Awards Ceremony
In honor of trailblazing activist Ella Hill Hutch, the event brought the Bay Area community together to celebrate BWOPA chapter…
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Oakland Post: Week of November 22 – 28, 2023
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of November 22 - 28, 2023 The post Oakland Post: Week…
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Open Letter to Tidewater Capital Developers: What’s Your Plan to Prevent More Harm to Black-Owned Business and Cultural Artists?
Oakland has produced more African American sports greats than any other city in America. Oakland is home to the most…
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Oakland Post: Week of November 15 – 21, 2023
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of November 15 - 21, 2023 The post Oakland Post: Week…
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