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Oakland
Monday, April 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at UC Berkeley and Stanford had their visas revoked by the federal government this week (six at each university) and both schools offered legal help while keeping affected identities confidential. KTVU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oakland chief of staff Leigh Hanson faced backlash after a handwritten note from March 2024 appeared to use 'tokens' when recording recall tactics and comments made by former mayor Sheng Thao, and Hanson said she was noting what was said. She clarified the note used 'BP' for Black people while Mayor Kevin Jenkins did not comment—Hanson remains chief of staff amid ongoing city financial and project issues. San Francisco Chronicle
SHOP NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Intro to Genealogy Session
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Discover your roots with expert guidance on Danish and pioneer ancestry research.
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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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Find Help with AI Search on FamilySearch
11 AM - 12 PM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore AI-assisted genealogy with insights from a FamilySearch expert.
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