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Commentary5 years ago

COMMENTARY: Justice for Jussie Smollett? What About the Rest of Us?

Smollett stuck to his own story and had a few character witnesses. But the jury determined the truth. Jussie Smollett lied to us all. The attack...

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Economy5 days ago

How the Sandwich Generation Can Help Protect Aging Parents’ Finances

Education5 days ago

As Progressive Democrats Celebrate ‘Blue Tsunami,’ Oakland Counts Victories

“We’re so proud,” said Mayor Barbara Lee who donned a violet wig on Wednesday at a rally honoring the Golden State Valkyries as the team celebrated its historic 2026 WNBA Championship in Oakland. Photo courtesy of NBC.

Community5 days ago

Golden State Valkyries Become Bay Area Legends Winning WNBA Championship on Halloween Night

Black History5 days ago

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Some of the Congressional Women of the Year. Photo courtesy of Congressmember John Garamendi's office.

Black History5 days ago

U.S. Rep. John Garamendi Honors local ‘Women of the Year’ at Annual Awards Ceremony

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Community5 days ago

Richmond Neighbors Put Pantry Power on the Map

Cutting the ribbon at the California Chamber of Commerce (CHCC) last month were CHCC Northern Region Director Mayra Perez, Aliza Gallo, Oakland Latino Chamber President CHCC Foundation Chairman David Betancourt, CHCC Madam Chair Veronica Corona, CHCC President & CEO Julian Canete and CHCC Northern Region Chair Leo Callejas. Courtesy photo.

Business5 days ago

Oakland Latino Chamber of Commerce Hosts Statewide Convention, Generating $3 Million in Economic Impact

Keisha Lance Bottoms during her 2026 Democratic gubernatorial primary victory speech. Photo: Sikis2021 / Wikimedia Commons.

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Valarie Bachelor (L) and Jennifer Brouhard. Photo courtesy of Oaklandside.

Commentary1 week ago

COMMENTARY: Valarie Bachelor and Jennifer Brouhard are Excellent School Board Members and Deserve to Be Reelected

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HISTORY MADE: Keisha Lance Bottoms Becomes First Black Woman Elected Governor in American History

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OUSD Receives State Review of District Finances; Outlines Progress Since January

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Oakland Latino Chamber of Commerce Hosts Statewide Convention, Generating $3 Million in Economic Impact

HISTORY MADE: Keisha Lance Bottoms Becomes First Black Woman Elected Governor in American History

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COMMENTARY: Valarie Bachelor and Jennifer Brouhard are Excellent School Board Members and Deserve to Be Reelected

HISTORY MADE: Keisha Lance Bottoms Becomes First Black Woman Elected Governor in American History

OUSD Receives State Review of District Finances; Outlines Progress Since January

SEIU Local 1000 and State of California Will Continue to Negotiate New Labor Contract

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Golden State Valkyries Become Bay Area Legends Winning WNBA Championship on Halloween Night

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