Good morning, Oakland.

The 17th annual Oakland Marathon will start on Sunday, Mar.

22 at 7 a.m. with full, half, 10K, and 5K runs around Lake Merritt and a finish line festival (beer garden, taco truck, live music) that will cause many street closures, so local drivers should plan ahead.

On Monday morning, a widespread Xfinity outage disrupted internet access for many local customers, with reports peaking at (9:14 a.m.) and affecting areas in Oakland and beyond; the company has not yet offered a statement on the incident.

At the Oscars on Sunday, Mar.

15, Oakland filmmaker Ryan Coogler’s film Sinners won four awards — Michael B. Jordan earned Best Actor for his dual role. The film also received honors for original screenplay and groundbreaking cinematography from Autumn Durald Arkapaw, marking a historic moment for local talent.

Baykeeper sued the State Lands Commission last week, arguing that a 10-year sand mining lease (approved on Feb.

9) lets Martin Marietta and Lind Marine extract 1.7 million cubic yards annually from the Bay, sparking fears of harm to endangered species and worsening coastal erosion near Oakland.

The Golden State Storm will launch their inaugural season on March 28 at Laney College (home field), making Oakland home to its first women’s pro tackle football team since 2019.

Coach Dom Stewart and teammates plan a family-friendly experience with additional activities, vendors, and local performances.

Cal State East Bay's men's basketball team rallied from behind Monday, March 16 to beat Cal State Dominguez Hills 76-67 in Hayward, keeping a 32-0 record and advancing to the NCAA Division II Sweet 16.

They will next play at home on Monday.

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.

Goapele Live Concert

7:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of Goapele, blending R&B, jazz, and pop in an intimate setting.