ROLLING OUT — The tournament is the largest in World Cup history, featuring 48 teams divided into 12 four-team groups. Thirty-two teams will advance to the...
THE AFRO — When former Mayor Young shared that Baltimore’s Inner Harbor helped inspire Underground Atlanta’s redevelopment in the 1980s, it was a reminder that Baltimore...
JACKSONVILLE FREE PRESS — At the beginning of every professional sporting event, it has become an American tradition to stand during the playing of the national...
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of May 27 - June 2, 2026
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of May 20 - 26 2026
Under the proposal, the mayor would serve as Oakland’s chief executive, overseeing city departments, implementing policy, proposing the annual budget, and managing day-to-day operations. The measure...
A member of the “Divine Nine,” Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., was founded on Jan. 13, 1913, at Howard University in Washington, D.C. The organization was established by...
The Pregnant Women in Custody Act would expand safeguards beyond the federal prison system to include women detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Customs...
Known for his work on issues ranging from energy and public safety to economic development, Bradford has also engaged with insurance policy during his time in...
Jones made headlines three years ago when he was one of a pair of Justins. Along with fellow State Rep. Justin Pearson (D-Memphis), he fought their...
The program marks the first time the state has opened the platform to all Californians. State officials said the effort is designed to give residents a...
The kind of workday your Grandpa had is probably over, and you can’t count on toiling at the same place for 40 years for a pension...
The bill, authored by Assemblymember Corey Jackson (D-Moreno Valley), would add one hour of anti-hate speech instruction to the sexual harassment prevention training already required for...
According to an April 2024 report by the Greenlining Institute, low-income Black Californians are struggling with affordability due to a combination of historical systemic barriers and...
On May 4, Assemblymember Mike Gipson (D-Carson) spoke at the Survivors Speak California Rally at the State Capitol to advocate for AB 2499, which focuses on...
“Fear can be overcome and even healed in our lives by discovering the strong connection and relationship we have to something bigger than ourselves—God,” says Lisa...
Patterson, who died in 2025 at the age of 94, was remembered as a tireless advocate, mentor, and public servant whose influence shaped generations across the...
Jackson’s life took a significant turn when she was offered the opportunity to work in a wind tunnel, a facility used to test the effects of...
The Supreme Court's recent ruling weakening the Voting Rights Act is reshaping political battles, particularly in the South. While California's protections may offer a buffer, the...
The Marin City Flea Market returns on May 23, offering arts, crafts, vintage items, and collectibles. The market aims to uplift local vendors and celebrate cultural...
Evangeline Byars and Carmella Carrington lead the STOPDEEDTHEFT.org movement, fighting rising deed and title fraud, which disproportionately affects Black and Brown communities nationwide.
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee attends a two-day meeting with other mayors and public safety leaders to discuss violence reduction strategies; Oakland has seen a 39% drop...
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee honored acclaimed actor Delroy Lindo with the Key to the City and declared “Delroy Lindo Day” to celebrate his contributions to film,...
Oakland’s Hire Oakland job fair, hosted by Mayor Barbara Lee’s office, connected over 2,000 job seekers with employers, highlighting a strong demand for quality jobs and...
Cassandra "Mama C" Lopez, a dedicated parent, teacher, and activist, was honored as Oakland's Mother of the Year for her unwavering commitment to community and justice.