Good Day
Oakland
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out at an insurance agency near Guadalajara Restaurant at 1001 Fruitvale Avenue on Friday at 2:47 a.m.—Oakland Fire Crews arrived in two minutes, stopping the flames from reaching the restaurant while investigators probe an incendiary cause. KTVU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Muralist Julie Engelmann began work on a new mural at Oakland Ice Center last week to honor Olympic gold medalists Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi — the artwork will feature gold dresses and swirling lines to capture their skating legacy and will be finished in about a month. The Oaklandside
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new survey by East Bay Polling Institute and EMC Research found that nearly 75% of Black Oakland residents do not trust city spending and 92.1% cited public safety as a top concern; the findings show historical inequities and a rising cost of living are pushing 38.4% to consider leaving. KTVU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local Bay Area hospital closed its overnight unit this week, meaning parents now have to drive farther for hospital stays. Health officials say the change leaves a gap in local care. SFGate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Golden State Storm, the Bay Area’s first women’s professional tackle football team, will debut their season at Laney College in Oakland on Saturday at 7:00 p.m. The team joins a growing scene of women’s sports in the region. ABC7
- ➤ Former Oakland Raiders player Barret Robbins died in his sleep on March 27; team officials confirmed the 52-year-old's passing and his cause of death has yet to be determined. KTVU
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Monster Jam
12-2 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Cost varies — Experience thrilling monster truck action and amazing stunts at Monster Jam.
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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.
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Yuko Mabuchi Jazz Performance
7:30-8:45 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the unique fusion of Jazz and Classical from acclaimed pianist Yuko Mabuchi.
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Alex Bugnon Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Check venue for price — Experience the sultry mix of contemporary jazz, funk, and R&B from acclaimed pianist Alex Bugnon.
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The Sugarhill Gang Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket information available — Dance to the groundbreaking sounds of the original hip hop pioneers as they perform their iconic hits.
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The Pharcyde Live Show
9:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the timeless hip-hop energy of The Pharcyde as they deliver a high-energy performance blending nostalgia and raw lyricism.
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Autumn! Live Performance in Oakland
6-9 p.m. — Crybaby — Tickets starting at $52 — Autumn! promises an unforgettable live performance experience in Oakland, CA.
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