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OUSD Supt. Chief Kyla Johnson-Trammell to Step Down on July 1
The district’s progress under Johnson-Trammell’s leadership “provides a strong foundation for the transition and work ahead,” according to the joint…
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In 30 Years, Supporters of Swim A Mile | Move A Mile for Women with Cancer Raised $8 Million
Over the last 30 years, participants have raised over $8 million and moved more than 14,000 miles—the equivalent of crossing…
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Let’s Go to The Doctor: What Happens When Your Brain Gets Sick
As we grow older, it’s natural to feel concern about changes in our mental abilities. We want to carry out…
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Oakland Post: Week of April 23 – 29, 2025
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Oakland Post: Week of April 16 – 22, 2025
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Oakland Post: Week of April 9 – 15, 2025
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Oakland Post: Week of April 2 – 8, 2025
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Oakland Post Endorses Barbara Lee
Barbara Lee will be able to unify the city around Oakland’s critical budget and financial issues, since she will walk…
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Oakland Post: Week of March 28 – April 1, 2025
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Oakland’s Most Vulnerable Neighborhoods Are Struggling to Eat and Stay Healthy
For this story, we focused on eight of the 12 ZIP codes in Oakland, those pertaining to East and West…
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Oakland Post: Week of March 5 – 11, 2025
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Undocumented Workers Are Struggling to Feed Themselves. Slashed Budgets and New Immigration Policies Bring Fresh Challenges
Founded more than 20 years ago, Street Level Health Project started with a handful of nurses and volunteers visiting day…
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Oakland Post: Week of February 26 – March 4, 2025
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Oakland Post: Week of February 19 – 25, 2025
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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