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Doug Martin: A Star's Life Cut Short

October 21, 2025

Doug Martin, a former standout running back for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has passed away while in police custody. The Oakland Police Department confirmed the incident, which happened early Saturday morning. Martin, who was 36 years old, was reportedly involved in a break-in before his encounter wit

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Oakland's New Hope: Barbara Lee Steers the City Forward

April 20, 2025

Oakland, California, has a new leader at the helm. Barbara Lee, a well-known figure in progressive politics, has been elected as the city's new mayor. She won the race against Loren Taylor, who conceded the victory after the April 15 vote. Lee, at 78, is no stranger to public service, having represe

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Oakland's Future: A Battle of Experience vs. Innovation

April 14, 2025

Oakland is at a crucial point. Two strong candidates are vying for the mayor's seat. Barbara Lee, a seasoned politician, is back in her hometown. She wants to bring her decades of experience to the city. Lee has a long history in politics, starting in Sacramento and moving to Washington. She is know

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The A's New Home: A Mixed Bag of Firsts and Fails

April 1, 2025

The Athletics have a new temporary home at Sutter Health Park. It is a Triple-A stadium. The Athletics will call this place home for at least the next three years. They are waiting for their permanent new park to be built in Las Vegas. The Athletics left Oakland after 57 seasons at the Coliseum. Th

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Oakland's Tough Choices: Crime, Homelessness, and the Race for Mayor

March 22, 2025

Oakland, California, is at a crossroads. The city, known for its vibrant culture and progressive values, is grappling with serious issues. Crime and homelessness have reached alarming levels, pushing residents to demand change. The recall of Mayor Sheng Thao in November was a clear sign of the publi

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Oakland Murder Case: Jury Deadlocks, New Trial Ahead

January 25, 2025

In Oakland, a 34-year-old resident, Elijah Rucker, had his murder case declared a mistrial after five weeks of trial. Rucker was accused of killing 34-year-old Romell Wright over a debt, but the jury couldn't agree on a verdict. The incident happened on January 7th, around 8 a. m. , on the 1700 bloc

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Former Oakland Mayor Faces Corruption Charges

January 17, 2025

Just two months ago, Oakland, California, saw the ousting of its mayor, Sheng Thao, amid mounting concerns about crime. Now, Thao is back in the spotlight, but for a different reason. Federal authorities have charged her with corruption, along with three others. Thao's boyfriend, Andre Jones, and th

business

Oakland's Empty Spot Gets New Life with Dave & Buster's

December 20, 2024

In the heart of Oakland, there's a big empty space that's been causing quite a stir. For years, people have been trying to figure out what to do with the ground-floor market hall at 55 Harrison St. in Jack London Square. The building is huge, with five stories and over 187, 000 square feet of space.

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Oakland's New City Council: Who's Leading the Way?

November 6, 2024

As the first batch of votes rolled in, five candidates took an early lead in Oakland's City Council races. Rowena Brown, Zac Unger, Carroll Fife, Noel Gallo, and Ken Houston were ahead, with Ryan Richardson leading the race for city attorney. The contests centered on crucial issues like crime, polic

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Fire in Oakland: Homes Destroyed, People Evacuated

October 19, 2024

In Oakland, California, a sudden fire swept through a hillside neighborhood on Friday, damaging at least seven homes and forcing over 500 people to flee. The blaze began near the 580 Freeway, causing massive traffic jams. Strong winds, up to 40 mph, fanned the flames and spread the fire rapidly, eve