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Couchdate, a hi-fi listening bar designed to foster community among Oakland's people of color, is set to close its storefront in Frank Ogawa Plaza due to challenges with the city.

Seawolf Public House in Oakland will close on July 19 after facing challenges since the COVID-19 pandemic. Owner Monica Plazola expressed sadness over the decision.

The Oakland Burger Trail provides a detailed map showcasing more than 20 burger joints, featuring a variety of proteins and creative toppings, perfect for burger lovers.

Hannah Franco's paintings and perfume are featured at Slate Contemporary Gallery, alongside a sample sale at Alkali Rye showcasing independent designers, running on July 20th from noon to 4pm.

Reem's is making a comeback in Oakland at Jack London Square this fall in the former Timeless Coffee space, marking a return after five years.

Kaplan brings 18 years of editorial leadership experience from some of the country's most respected news organizations including her role as investigations editor at Business Insider and executive editor at Reveal.

The Alameda County District Attorney's Office conceded that parts of what jurors used to find Steven Buggs guilty of murder appeared to be plagued by evidentiary problems, amid allegations that Tran may have coerced a teenager into pointing the finger at Buggs during an unrecorded interview.

"The noise from fireworks is distressing to pets. Most fireworks clock in at 125 to 155 decibels, about the same as a jet engine or gunshot."

Ain't Normal Cafe is a sunny spot near the Rockridge BART station with ample outdoor seating and a great selection of coffee and baked goods, ideal for remote work.

Firefighters rescued a woman from her burning East Oakland apartment after responding to a fire that erupted around 9:14 p.m., treating her for smoke inhalation.

Harold Duffey, assistant city administrator of Oakland, filed a lawsuit against activist Seneca Scott for allegedly harassing him through defaming online videos.

Jonah Melvon blends old-school soul, jazz-flavored grooves, deep funk, and hip hop rhythms, creating a unique sound reflecting his Oakland roots and social consciousness.

TownBiz Comedy Night in Oakland's Temescal neighborhood showcases a celebration of local comedy and culture featuring live performances by various comedians in a vibrant setting.

For years, these sections of Courtland Creek were overgrown with vegetation, trash-strewn, unsightly, and clogged with debris. Then, a group of neighbors decided to reclaim them.

Sun Moon Studio is an incredibly intimate restaurant with only 12 seats, offering a unique culinary experience through its 11-course tasting menu, crafted by Chefs Hsu and Cooper.

By putting Oakland first, we're really claiming our right to the Bay... this is about moving Oakland and our economy here in the East Bay forward.

As they moved to their temporary home in Sacramento, the A's spent some real money for the first time in recent memory, extending Brent Rooker and Lawrence Butler.

Fewer than a dozen advocates gathered before Oakland City Hall to share their findings on Thursday. The report focused on Oakland but stemmed from a statewide survey of day laborers.

I know there is someone with a heart who can help me find my daughter. She was a genuine person who would never leave her family.

"The opportunity to bring this model that did not previously exist in the district is really exciting," said Kilian Betlach, OUSD's director of enrollment.

The opening of Belotti Ristorante e Bottega's new location in Oakland will offer patrons access to to-go pastas and Italian supplies for home cooking.

The Marin County Sheriff's Office reported the arrest of Jamal Reed-Obafumi for allegedly stealing around $10,000 worth of Nintendo Switch games from libraries.

Watching this episode now, you can practically smell and taste dishes like deep fried seafood deviled eggs, steaks with Haitian pikliz, and Biscoff-Butterfinger cheesecake through your screen.

Fiesta Saturdays is set to brighten Saturday evenings starting July 5, 2025, featuring vibrant Latin-inspired food and music, ensuring a lively community gathering.

Being a part of dinners like these is really special to me because it allows me to show a different culinary side of my talent, allows me to do something very different than what I'm serving at the restaurant, and showcases a different side of me, McQueen said.

Berlin-Stephens expresses frustration over receiving a bill without prior notification, stating, 'I wasn't trying to hide or sneak or do anything wrong.'