Good morning, Oakland.

Oakland celebrated Olympic gold medalist figure skater Alysa Liu on Thursday (at Frank Ogawa Plaza) when she held her medal high and thanked the community; Mayor Barbara Lee awarded her the key to the city amid music and tributes from locals.

The rally honored Liu’s achievements and Oakland’s spirit.

Activists host a noncooperation training today at Mission High School in SF from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. as local organizers gear up for Oakland's No Kings Day march on March 28 at City Hall plus additional resistance actions later this month.

A new study finds that if gas reaches $7 per gallon, Bay Area commuters face rising costs, with driving from Walnut Creek to downtown increasing from $18.85 to $21.60 while a BART ride costs about $13.90+ saving over $7 per trip.

Hyphae Design will plant a tree barrier along Frontage Road in West Oakland in March to reduce vehicle pollution while addressing concerns about allergenic plants (including limited bottlebrush use).

City arborists and experts reviewed the plant list to balance native species with effective pollution reduction.

Bidders must pay a $5,035 deposit (a $5,000 refundable deposit plus a $35 fee) by Tuesday, March 17 at 1 p.m. to join Alameda County’s auction of 256 tax-defaulted properties starting March 20 at 8:30 a.m. with bids as low as $455.

Niecey Living Single Concert

7:30-9:15 p.m. — Yoshi's — Check for ticket prices — Experience an evening of soulful music with award-winning singer-songwriter Niecey Living Single.

Culture Makers: A Celebration of Storytelling

6:30-8 p.m. — The New Parkway Theater — Book sales available — Engage with local authors and explore how creativity and community shape their storytelling.

B2K Reunion Concert

8:00-9:30 PM — Oakland Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic R&B vibes of B2K live with legendary performances and nostalgia-filled energy.

30th Annual Cambodian New Year Celebration

4-8 p.m. — Temple Hill — Free tickets required — Celebrate 30 years of Khmer culture and enjoy performances, traditional games, and authentic cuisine.

Story Slam Oakland: Shady

7:30-9:45 p.m. — The Sound Room — Ticket pricing not specified — Enjoy a night of true storytelling with the theme 'Shady' at Oakland's longest-running storytelling event.

Women Entrepreneurs In-Person Networking Luncheon

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Bistro 880 & Bar — $25 — Connect, share stories, and boost your business with inspiring women entrepreneurs.

GEMS: The 2000's Party Edition

10 PM-1 AM — Crybaby — Free entry for first 25 with RSVP — Dance and sing to your favorite 2000's hits at Oakland's favorite throwback function.

E-40 Concert at Oakland Arena

6-7:30 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Ticket pricing varies — Experience legendary E-40 live with his high-energy performance and unique sound.

Howie Day Live Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience Howie Day’s heartfelt music and engaging performance that resonates with fans.

SANCTUARY: All-School Arts Showcase

7-10 p.m. — Fox Theater — Free entry — Experience a diverse showcase of student creativity exploring themes of belonging and safety.