Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
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🎓 Education
Twelve Oakland high schoolers joined a paid reporting fellowship with Oaklandside to get hands-on journalism training and mentorship from professional reporters.
The program — supported by the Stuart Foundation — builds local school coverage and prepares young reporters for future careers.
🏛️ Government
Community organizers, labor leaders and small business owners will propose a ballot measure to raise the minimum wage from $16 to $30 per hour.
Organized by the Black Organizing Project and One Fair Wage, the initiative (set to be announced on Thursday) would phase in over a decade.
🎉 Oakland Events
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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.
Monster Jam
12-2 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Cost varies — Experience thrilling monster truck action and amazing stunts at Monster Jam.
Where Jesus Walked
7-8 p.m. — Temple Hill — Free entry — Experience a powerful musical celebration of Christ's life with stunning visuals and narration.
🏠 Oakland Real Estate
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💼 Oakland Job Board
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📣 Oakland Announcements
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