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Friday, March 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Perle, a French and Mediterranean-inspired wine bar in Oakland, announced it will close on March 31 after eight years of service amid pandemic-induced economic challenges — compounded by the departure of the city's three professional sports teams. Upstairs, a listening lounge above Snail Bar at 4935 Shattuck Ave shut its doors on March 13 when Oakland officials issued a cease and desist order for unlicensed entertainment — and it plans to reopen after making improvements. The Oaklandside
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Darrell Wayne 'Dirty Dick' Smith, a former FCI Dublin officer, is on trial in Oakland for alleged sex crimes including dressing as a cowboy, spanking inmates, and using threats—witnesses told the court these acts abused their power—while his lawyers say there is no physical proof. KTVU
- ➤ An East Bay man was convicted for multiple carjackings, burglary, first-degree robbery, a shooting at an occupied vehicle and other charges from a September 2023 crime spree and now faces 100 years to life due to prior strike convictions (sentencing is set for May 29) after being booked at Monterey County Jail. KTVU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Grand Lake Theatre in Oakland on March 19, the film Freaky Tales held its star-studded premiere with appearances by Pedro Pascal, Jay Ellis, and Too Short. The movie—filmed mostly in Oakland and Berkeley—will open nationwide on April 4. The Oaklandside
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Interim Mayor Kevin Jenkins hired deputy mayors LaNiece Jones and Burt Jones to manage his office while he prepares the two-year budget starting July 1—Oakland voters will elect a permanent mayor on April 15. The Oaklandside
- ➤ Commissioner Riccardo Lara testified before the State Assembly Insurance Committee on March 19 in Oakland about the home insurance crisis and said he will hold State Farm accountable at an April 8 hearing—demanding hard data to justify any rate hike. He added that a report on insurance rates will be issued in the coming months and he expects rates to stabilize by the end of 2026—supporting more mitigation efforts as part of his reforms. KTVU
SHOP NEWS
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Redwood Spring Trail Run
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Annual Oakland Marathon 2025
The Oakland Marathon features a marathon, half marathon, and 10K race, taking place at the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in Oakland, CA.
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Norwegian Research Group Session with Esta Weaver
This in-person session, led by experienced genealogist Esta Weaver, focuses on researching Norwegian ancestry and is jointly sponsored by the California Genealogical Society and the Oakland FamilySearch Center.
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Introduction to Genetic Genealogy - Part 1
6:30-7:30 p.m. | FamilySearch center | Free entry | Explore the basics of genetic genealogy with expert guidance.
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Cambodian New Year Celebration
4-9 p.m. | Temple Hill | Free entry | Celebrate the rich heritage and traditions of Cambodia with family-friendly activities and cultural performances.
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Best of Senior Living Virtual Tour
9 AM - 7 PM | The Paloma at Oakland Hills | Free entry | Experience award-winning senior living communities and their exceptional care and activities through this informative virtual tour.
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j-hope Tour 'HOPE ON THE STAGE' in Oakland
8 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of j-hope's electrifying performance live.
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Jon Anderson Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary voice of Yes in an enchanting evening of progressive rock.
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Genealogical Research Assistance
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Get expert suggestions to tackle your genealogical research questions from experienced volunteers.
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Sam Fender Live in Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the euphoric sounds of Sam Fender's latest album and his coming-of-age stories.
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