Prolific Professor Robert Farris Thompson truly embodied the term ‘Maestro de Maestros.’ He was an absolute giant in the field of Afro-Atlantic history and art, respected...
The Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) told Oakland Unified School District officials that they must cut the budget by $90 million and threatened – if...
“This toy giveaway is a much-needed service for those of us who have been previously in prison for a crime against our community,” said Richard Johnson,...
Advocates claim about a dozen of them showed up on November 8 to support residents. One of them, Annmarie Bustamente, said their presence “definitely helped the...
Assembymember Mia Bonta said,"I am excited and fully in support of the City Council's decision to prioritize an African American-led, Oakland rooted, development group to negotiate...
California Attorney General Rob Bonta said that California’s 17 million renters spend a significant portion of their paychecks on rent, with an estimated 700,000 Californians at...
The increase in Black representation in the news media was discussed when the topic turned to controversy surrounding Rachel Nichols, an NBA sportscaster on ESPN. In...
Recent reports also show that Black candidates are faring especially well in Senate fundraising in the 2022 cycle. While summary numbers might mask persistent hurdles, these...
Her greatest contribution was as a parent to James, a father and successful actor, Cynthia, a mother and contributor of many social and political events, Janet,...
‘I don’t see Black people working on projects in Oakland,’ was a common comment by town hall meeting participants “(And) we have to have more discussion...
Darrell Ferrell, a 60-year-old African American substance abuse counselor who was diagnosed with HIV in September 1991, is considered a long-term survivor. Ferrell will be the...
People started on the walk at about 11 a.m. Several booths were set up along the route to serve the walkers with snacks and information. The...
According to the California Citizens Redistricting Commission, because the proposed maps chop up and split districts where African Americans live, Black political power will be diluted...
In March, the U.S. Congress passed a $4 billion debt relief program for farmers of color to address past discrimination in USDA programs. The debt relief...
Called MoniCarnival in memory of our beloved sister and founding member Monica Hastings-Smith, JOY 11 will feature live performances, DJs, vegan food, a youth zone, and...
In partnership with the California Department of Public Health, the City of Oakland, COVID Clinic, the Alameda County Public Health Department, and La Clinica, OUSD is...
These depressing findings were recorded in a poll conducted by the Jobs and Housing Coalition (JHC) between October 16 and 18. They mark an all-time high...
Established by a unanimous vote of Council members at their October 5 meeting, the task force will be composed of members of the building trades and...
“Holy Names University has a long history of providing the financial support necessary to make a small, private college education accessible to more students,” said Elizabeth Mihopoulos, vice president for Enrollment Management. “With the HNU Tuition Guarantee, we can provide eligible families with...
Born in Birmingham, Ala., on June 5, 1946, James Peterson’s life was dedicated to public service. His civil rights work began in the 1960s when he was...
“The ability to change the conditions in people’s lives requires power,” Garza said. “The mountains that we’re trying to climb are about, how do we make...
Students say they want to shine a light on a dirty little secret: widespread sexual misconduct on campus, including harassment, groping, and a lack of consequences...
A $50 donation will feed a family of four. A financial donation of any amount will be accepted. Checks or credit card donations can be sent...
Local data, submitted by unions in July 2020, indicate that “numerous disparities” under PLA’s currently exist in Oakland. However, data was submitted to the city by...
The workshop will be held at First Missionary Baptist Church, 501 Drake Ave., in Marin City from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The training will involve...
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