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COVID-19: What to know about updated vaccines, at-home tests, and local wastewater data
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/06/covid-19-updated-vaccines-wastewater-free-tests/
Published: September 6, 2024 22:00
COVID-19: What to know about updated vaccines, at-home tests, and local wastewater data
The updated Pfizer, Moderna, and Novavax vaccines are available now. Thanks to a new state initiative, the uninsured and underinsured will still have free access.
Former Mayor Libby Schaaf faces thousands in ethics fines
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/06/former-mayor-libby-schaaf-faces-thousands-in-ethics-fines/
Published: September 6, 2024 21:26
Former Mayor Libby Schaaf faces thousands in ethics fines
The chamber of commerce, Oakland police union, and city contractors also violated city election laws alongside Schaaf during the 2018 and 2020 elections.
Elephant Sushi makes way for new Japanese restaurant, Up & Under 2nd Pitch shutters
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/06/elephant-sushi-up-under-east-bay-restaurant-closing/
Published: September 6, 2024 19:00
Elephant Sushi makes way for new Japanese restaurant, Up & Under 2nd Pitch shutters
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond and beyond.
What issues are Oakland District 3 residents thinking about ahead of the 2024 election?
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/06/west-oakland-downtown-d3-election/
Published: September 6, 2024 18:21
What issues are Oakland District 3 residents thinking about ahead of the 2024 election?
From small business struggles to sea level rise, West Oakland and downtown voters want creative solutions for their neighborhoods.
GuĂa para padres preocupados por la alta contaminaciĂłn por plomo en las escuelas de Oakland
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/06/oakland-escuelas-contaminacion-plomo-guia/
Published: September 6, 2024 16:00
GuĂa para padres preocupados por la alta contaminaciĂłn por plomo en las escuelas de Oakland
¿Qué escuelas fueron afectadas? ¿Qué recursos hay disponibles? Aquà le decimos como.
Oaklandâs 911 dispatch system gets its first upgrade in 20 years
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/05/oakland-911-emergency-dispatch-system-upgrade/
Published: September 5, 2024 23:15
Oaklandâs 911 dispatch system gets its first upgrade in 20 years
New software will help dispatchers answer calls and send police faster, say city officials.
Judge throws out landlord lawsuit against Oakland and Alameda County eviction bans
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/05/eviction-moratorium-lawsuit-dismissed-oakland-alameda-county/
Published: September 5, 2024 23:12
Judge throws out landlord lawsuit against Oakland and Alameda County eviction bans
The eviction moratorium policies were not illegal âtakingsâ of property by the government, the court ruled.
What do District 1 residents want from their elected officials? âCome out and visitâ
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/05/what-do-district-1-residents-want-from-their-elected-officials-come-out-and-visit/
Published: September 5, 2024 22:19
What do District 1 residents want from their elected officials? âCome out and visitâ
Community members and shop owners in the North Oakland district speak their minds about the election.
Oakland sues Southwest Airlines for allegedly denying workers their paid sick leave
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/05/oakland-sues-southwest-airlines-sick-leave-wage-theft/
Published: September 5, 2024 16:00
Oakland sues Southwest Airlines for allegedly denying workers their paid sick leave
In a lawsuit filed Wednesday, City Attorney Barbara Parker accuses Oaklandâs largest airline of failing to pay workersâ sick leave and violating a prior settlement overâŠ
Oakland police leadership failures require âparadigm changesâ for federal oversight, judge says
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/04/oakland-police-leadership-failures-federal-oversight-court-hearing/
Published: September 5, 2024 01:01
Oakland police leadership failures require âparadigm changesâ for federal oversight, judge says
Former Chief LeRonne Armstrong and other police brass were blamed for recent internal affairs breakdowns prolonging court supervision.
Here are the issues Oakland District 7 residents are thinking about ahead of the 2024 election
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/04/here-are-the-issues-oakland-district-7-residents-are-thinking-about-ahead-of-the-2024-election/
Published: September 4, 2024 22:53
Here are the issues Oakland District 7 residents are thinking about ahead of the 2024 election
Deep East Oaklanders sound off about public services, dangerous roads, gun violence and the cost of living.
Oakland Bloom launches restaurant incubator space; Bad Walterâs churns again
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/04/open-test-kitchen-jot-mahal-bad-walters-restaurant-openings/
Published: September 4, 2024 19:00
Oakland Bloom launches restaurant incubator space; Bad Walterâs churns again
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond and beyond.
Oakland education nonprofit sued for allegedly defrauding public agency
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/04/oakland-education-nonprofit-sued-for-allegedly-defrauding-public-agency/
Published: September 4, 2024 16:00
Oakland education nonprofit sued for allegedly defrauding public agency
The Marcus Foster Education Institute is the subject of a lawsuit alleging that it misappropriated $343,000 from the Youth Ventures Joint Powers Authority.
Oakland finalizes sale of its share of Coliseum to AASEG
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/03/oakland-sells-coliseum-aaseg-ray-bobbitt/
Published: September 3, 2024 22:00
Oakland finalizes sale of its share of Coliseum to AASEG
Local officials and the Black-owned development firm celebrated a deal that will help Oakland avoid severe budget cuts and also serve as a âhistoric opportunityâ for East Oakland.
This week in Oakland: Pride and Elbo Roomâs one-year anniversary
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/03/oakland-events-things-to-do-september-6-to-10/
Published: September 3, 2024 21:00
This week in Oakland: Pride and Elbo Roomâs one-year anniversary
Other events include FairyProud Night, a debate watch party, and Future and Metro Boomin at the Oakland Arena.
Outdoor dining in the East Bay: Here are 12 outstanding choices
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/03/east-bay-outdoor-dining-restaurants-guide/
Published: September 3, 2024 20:36
Outdoor dining in the East Bay: Here are 12 outstanding choices
From dockside dinners with views of the bay to charming patios with regular live music, there are plenty of options for those who want some fresh air with their food.
He tried to clean up Grizzly Peak. Then came the messy part: East Bay politics
https://oaklandside.org/2024/09/03/east-bay-resident-tackles-grizzly-peaks-trash/
Published: September 3, 2024 16:12
He tried to clean up Grizzly Peak. Then came the messy part: East Bay politics
How John Kirkham and his volunteer cleanup group, the East Bay Trash Pandas, made sure their work didn't go to waste.