Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of March.
Good morning, Oakland.
An Oakland police officer was hospitalized after an unprovoked attack on Friday afternoon near 104th Avenue and International Boulevard at about 3:30 p.m. — detectives detained the suspect and reported the officer's condition as stable.
Authorities renewed their investigation into the cold case after 22-year-old Angelo Ravella was fatally shot on March 28, 2003 in San Lorenzo while riding in his friend's car (a dark-colored vehicle resembling an 1980s Cadillac sped away as a suspect described as a white or Hispanic man aged 18 to 25 wearing a black beanie is sought).
Investigators are seeking new information in the cold case of Angelo Ravella (22) who was fatally shot in a drive-by killing in San Lorenzo on March 28th, 2003 when a car resembling a 1980s Cadillac fired on his truck near Via Chiquita and Bockman Road.
An Oakland police officer was injured when a pedestrian punched him through a patrol car window at a traffic light on International Boulevard on Friday at 3:30 p.m.—officers left the vehicle to arrest the man, and the injured officer was treated at a nearby hospital before being released.
Local leaders and community activists plan to build a new infill BART station at 13th Avenue at East Eighth Street in East Oakland to reconnect residents with the waterfront and Brooklyn Basin development—an effort that must secure candidate backing before the April 15 special election. The station will provide easier access to jobs and services—helping revitalize one of Oakland’s most underserved neighborhoods.
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.
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.
Genealogical Research Assistance
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Get expert suggestions to tackle your genealogical research questions from experienced volunteers.
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.
Spring Fling Bolly Bling Party
10 PM - 2 AM — Lux Oakland — Tickets available online — Celebrate the spring season with vibrant Bollywood and South Indian beats at a festive two-level DJ party.
LaRussell Live Concert
2-6 p.m. — Continental Club — $25.00 — Catch LaRussell, Mistah Fab, and Kamaiyah live in Oakland for an exciting afternoon of music.
Jasmine Guillory and Maggie Tokuda-Hall in Conversation
7-8:30 p.m. — Orinda Books — Purchase of book required — Celebrate the launch of 'Flirting Lessons' with bestselling authors Jasmine Guillory and Maggie Tokuda-Hall.
Easter Interfaith Devotional
7-8 p.m. — Temple Hill — Free entry — Experience uplifting messages and inspiring music during Holy Week with Rev. Todd Akins-Whitely.
Intro to Genealogy Session
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Discover your roots with expert guidance on Danish and pioneer ancestry research.
Research-Do It Right the First Time: Part 2
11 AM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Learn effective strategies for developing a research plan and log with an experienced family history researcher.
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