Shooting by Oakland police close to a homeless camp prompts investigation
A confrontation between police in Oakland and an armed man ended tragically when the man, reportedly ignoring commands to drop his weapons, lunged toward the officers. This incident resulted in the death of 43-year-old Jose Angel Castillo. Dramatic footage shows the moments leading up to the event where Castillo was said to be carrying two […]
Teen mob reportedly targets 7-Eleven in Oakland in recent crime event
Growing Concerns for Oakland Businesses Amid Rising Crime Business owners in Oakland are feeling a mix of fear, frustration, and exhaustion due to ongoing crime, making it unsafe for them to simply head to work. The latest troubling event took place on Saturday afternoon, when around 20 teenagers reportedly broke into a 7-Eleven, stealing items […]
Oakland activists aim to eliminate affluent area with its own police and school district, where only 1% of residents are Black
Activists Push to Abolish Wealthy City in California Over a year ago, Oakland resident Jesse Rosemoore launched a campaign aimed at “abolishing Piedmont,” a small city of just 1.7 square miles known for its affluent status and its own police and school districts. As part of his campaign, Rosemoore distributed stickers with the message “Cancel […]
Oakland Ballers to hold a cannabis game night suitable for families
The Oakland Ballers, an independent professional baseball team based in Oakland, California, recently announced plans for a “family-friendly” cannabis-themed game set for the evening of July 31st. In collaboration with Oaksterdam University, the country’s first cannabis-focused educational institution, the event is themed “Grateful Dead Night.” As part of this unique occasion, the team will temporarily […]
Oakland official facing crude text allegations may receive $400K payment
A high-ranking official in Oakland has resigned amid a scandal involving a personal letter that contained sexually suggestive remarks about a female colleague. Now, he might cost taxpayers around $400,000 in severance pay. Jestyn Johnson, the former city manager, stepped down in May after these details surfaced. He is potentially looking at a severance package […]
Oakland mayor criticized for $60 million stadium agreement
Oakland Moves Forward with Controversial Coliseum Sale On Monday, Oakland lawmakers advanced a contentious plan to sell the city’s interest in the deteriorating Coliseum, despite new documents revealing that the buyer has missed vital payment deadlines and a competing offer from the seasoned operator of the Oakland Arena. This revised proposal is set for a […]
Oakland Zoo welcomes tiger saved from an abandoned Northern California location.
A 13-year-old tiger, named Sitara, has found a new home at the Oakland Zoo after being rescued from what many called “America’s worst roadside zoo.” Authorities reported that Sitara was one of five tigers left behind at a private facility in Northern California prior to her rescue. The relocation was made possible after the private […]
Parents of Doug Martin file a lawsuit against Oakland following the former NFL player’s death while in custody.
The family of former NFL running back Doug Martin has taken legal action against the city of Oakland, the police department, and the ambulance service, alleging their negligence contributed to his death. In the lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, Martin’s parents, Leslie and Douglas, claim that police […]
Oakland car break-ins drop significantly, affecting local glass repair businesses
Car break-ins have significantly decreased in Northern California cities, which is great news for vehicle owners but presents challenges for local window repair businesses. According to the Oakland Police Department’s crime dashboard, car burglaries dropped by 37% from May 2026 compared to the same month last year. One local news outlet highlighted this trend. For […]
Oakland reparations committee achieves no results after 5 years
Challenges Persist for Oakland’s Reparations Initiative Five years ago, the Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) announced ambitious reparations aimed at supporting Black students. Critics, however, argue that the plan has not met its intended outcomes, leaving students facing the same troubling academic hurdles that sparked the initiative initially. The school board adopted a resolution for […]