Black sonic politics in Oakland: Author Alex Werth discusses his new book “On Loop” intellectually smashes racially-motivated overpolicing of Black music and culture while offering an alternative post-pandemic renaissance for The Town.| The Oaklandside
‘Uncertainty’ in Fruitvale ahead of the Día de los Muertos festival The event organizer, Unity Council, has an emergency preparedness plan in case of federal immigration enforcement activity.| The Oaklandside
Culture Makers: How Oakland’s muralists are preserving history and keeping The Town colorful Join The Oaklandside on Nov. 13 at The New Parkway Theater as we talk with local artists behind some of the city’s most iconic murals.| The Oaklandside
Over 1,000 artifacts stolen from Oakland Museum of California, police say The Oakland Police Department says it is working with the FBI’s Art Crime Team to investigate the burglary.| The Oaklandside
30th annual Día de Los Muertos, the Oakland Ballet celebrates 60 years, and author talks with John Freeman and Alex Werth.| The Oaklandside
Protest signs, inflatable costumes, dancing, bubbles, and fiery political speeches were featured at the East Bay's biggest rally, one of thousands of protest across the U.S.| The Oaklandside
Protesters will begin to assemble at Wilma Chan Park at 11:30 a.m. for the march, one of some 2,500 No Kings actions taking place today across the country.| The Oaklandside
From No Kings Day to defending day laborers, a range of Oakland and Bay Area groups are pushing back on creeping authoritarianism — and National Guard threats.| The Oaklandside
‘No Kings’ rally, a screening of a documentary on Russell City, the “Resistance and Resilience” exhibit, Laura Malone’s solo exhibit, and more.| The Oaklandside