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Oakland
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Horn Barbecue was evicted from its Lafayette space on Feb. 5 by the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office, returning the building to its owner. The restaurant has a suspended liquor license (a tax issue) that adds to the challenges faced by the rapidly expanding chain. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Waymo explained during a Senate hearing that its self-driving robotaxis sometimes call remote workers in the Philippines for guidance—like a phone-a-friend—while the company retains full control over the vehicles on Bay Area roads. It noted that both local and overseas operators assist when challenges arise. San Francisco Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Celebrities have been spotted around the Bay Area ahead of Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara on Sunday, Feb. 8. Appearances include Oakland rapper Too Short at a pop-up and chef Guy Fieri dining locally as stars gather during Super Bowl week. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ A series of new restaurants offering Southern, Mexican, Indian, Yemeni and Italian menus began opening in January across the East Bay (including Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland and Walnut Creek) as owners bring diverse, authentic fare to local neighborhoods. The Oaklandside
- ➤ LaRussell joined with Oakland’s Co-Llab Choir & Pittsburg High School Marching Show Band to host a pep rally on Feb. 6 in downtown San Francisco. He plans a tailgate party on Feb. 8 and a rerun on Feb. 19 at Chase Center. San Francisco Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Golden State Warriors traded for Kristaps Porzingis (a 7-foot-2 center) because coach Steve Kerr trusts the team’s medical staff to keep him on the court. He will be introduced today in Los Angeles (before key matchups) to boost the team’s competitiveness. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ The Warriors won 101-97 on Thursday by sinking 20 three-pointers while holding the Suns to 15 points in the fourth quarter; Pat Spencer scored a career-high 20 in a game played without Steph Curry. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ The Warriors did not sign Giannis Antetokounmpo at the trade deadline and will try to make a move this summer. They secured four available first round draft picks to build around Curry as they adjust their roster for next season. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ The Warriors traded Jonathan Kuminga, leaving Stephen Curry with a leaner lineup for the rest of the season. Team management plans to adjust player roles while fans watch closely for updates from coach Steve Kerr. San Francisco Chronicle
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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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Producers Associates 2026 Season Audition
10 a.m. — Woodminster Summer Musicals — By appointment only — Equity chorus dancers audition for the 2026 season of Producers Associates.
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Artemas Live in Concert
8-10 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic sound of alt-pop phenom Artemas as he showcases his latest work.
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Celadon Concert featuring 'Fuligin'
8-10 p.m. — Thee Stork Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the melodic sounds of celadon in an evening of music and lyrical exploration.
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Disney On Ice: Let's Dance
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Tickets from $26 — Experience a magical evening with your favorite Disney characters on ice.
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Disney On Ice: Let's Dance
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Disney characters coming to life on ice.
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