Good Day
Oakland
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Jan. 23, the Oakland Zoo announced it euthanized Lola (estimated 12 years old) after a severe infection spread from her injured front paw. Staff said the decision came after multiple antibiotics failed to stop the advancing infection. KTVU
- ➤ A fire at 1770 Broadway Monday displaced 53 residents, with three hospitalized, and tenants raised safety concerns about an alleged e-scooter chop shop operating for years. The city emergency shelter set up for those affected will close Saturday, and tenants will meet with officials for housing & legal help. The Oaklandside
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jacob Croom, a Tartine alum known for creative tortas, plans to open Pico, a Mexican-inspired bar + restaurant in Hayward. He is searching for a space to offer a permanent venue that builds on his popular popup menu. San Francisco Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Oakland native Ryan Coogler’s film (Sinners) earned a record 16 Oscar nominations including Best Director, and the city celebrates with screenings at Grand Lake Theatre starting Friday. The film will show digitally this week and in 70 mm next week. ABC7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials and nonprofits are set to remove more than 40 sunken vessels in the estuary using a $3 million grant from NOAA Marine Debris Program. The cleanup will start soon with marine salvage and volunteer events, and one volunteer day is scheduled today at Jack London Aquatic Center. ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After the Clipper card update launched on December 10, many travelers have faced lost balances and trouble refilling their cards on various terminals in the Bay Area, and engineers are working with Cubic to fix the system; affected users are advised to call customer service for help. The Oaklandside
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After losing Jimmy Butler to a season-ending knee injury, the Warriors are adapting after a Thursday game loss to the Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Stephen Curry said the team must quickly adjust with increased offensive roles while Coach Kerr counts on veteran support to fill the gap. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Cal football coach Tosh Lupoi is busy building a strong team by recruiting locally and via the transfer portal today, after leaving his role as Oregon’s defensive coordinator. He has visited nearby high schools to re-establish pride and support for the program. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Kameron Potts, a 12-year-old basketball phenom from Oakland, was ranked #1 in his age group in California and earned the first Division 1 offer in his team’s history from the University of San Francisco while playing for Team Arsenal (AAU club). KTVU
- ➤ Stanford and Cal, each with 14-5 records and missing key players due to season-ending injuries, will face off on Feb. 21 at Haas Pavilion as they adjust their lineups to improve ACC standings. San Francisco Chronicle
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Five Course Wine Pairing Dinner
5:30-9 p.m. — The Berkeley Boathouse — $99 per person — Delight in a gourmet five-course meal paired with exquisite wines.
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Tower Of Power Live Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Experience 55 years of soul and funk music with the legendary Tower of Power.
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Boss Guitars Master Class Series: Jubu Smith
2-4 p.m. — The Sound Room — Tickets available — Learn from legendary guitarist Jubu Smith and enhance your musical skills in this dynamic masterclass.
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LIFE OF THE PARTY! - Oakland First Friday
10 PM – 1 AM — Crybaby — Free entry for first 25 with RSVP — Experience lit vibes and curated sets from local DJs at Oakland's First Friday celebration.
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Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir's 10th Black History Month Celebration
7-10 p.m. — The Freight — Ticket prices vary — Experience a powerful musical journey honoring African American history with gospel and spirituals in an intimate setting.
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Super Bowl Sunday Celebration in Oakland
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts — Free entry — Experience the excitement of the Super Bowl with live music, local vendors, and community activities.
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Pedrito Martinez Concert
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Afro-Cuban music with percussion master Pedrito Martinez.
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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Rotunda Building — Tickets required — Experience the music of Queen and ABBA performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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Lunar New Year Celebration with Maxine Hong Kingston
6:30-8 p.m. — Mechanics' Institute — Free entry — Celebrate the Lunar New Year with engaging stories and traditions from notable Asian American authors and activists.
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FTM-SIG Meeting with Mark Olsen
11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free admission — Discover the latest features of Family Tree Maker with hands-on demonstrations and Q&A.
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~ Stephen McCranie
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