Good Day
Oakland
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Delight at 1910 Park Blvd. near Lake Merritt soft-opened a new smoothie spot with pineapple mint and acai bowls, owned by friends of Admas Ethiopian. Meanwhile, Tay Ho on 12th St. stayed open after a burglary damaged its storefront, and fans raised over $30K via GoFundMe for repairs. The Oaklandside
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jamie Foxx will film an upcoming Hulu special over two nights at the Oakland theater where he launched his career + the event represents a homecoming for the actor as he returns to the venue that set the stage for his rise in comedy. San Francisco Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Paul Cotton, a beloved teacher and coach at McClymonds High, died on Dec. 23, 2025, and was honored at a memorial service held at McGee Avenue Baptist Church on April 11. Known as Popeye, he inspired students to succeed and recorded more than 15,000 family names. The Oaklandside
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ SF Bay Ferry updated its schedules and boosted onboard amenities to ease your commute from Oakland and other East Bay terminals to downtown San Francisco — new terminals in Berkeley and Mission Bay are planned to increase service as ridership exceeds pre-pandemic levels. The Oaklandside
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers will battle Wednesday in a play-in elimination contest as No.10 + No.9 seeds, marking a matchup that differs from previous games. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Warriors' Brandin Podziemski set a record by playing all 82 games this season—even when the play-in spot was secured; he completed his run against the Clippers on Sunday. San Francisco Chronicle
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Ari Lennox - The Vacancy Tour
8-10 PM — Paramount Theatre Oakland — Tickets available — Experience Ari Lennox's soulful performance in a historic venue.
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Gillian Welch & David Rawlings Concert
8-10 p.m. — Fox Theater — Ticketed event — Experience an intimate night of spellbinding harmonies and storytelling with renowned country/folk artists.
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Zeta Community Day
12-4 p.m. — Fremont High School — Free entry — Enjoy food, games, and dancing with family and friends.
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Oakland School for the Arts Jazz Performance
7:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience vibrant student jazz ensembles pushing the boundaries of tradition with electrifying performances.
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Guided Field Trip to Oakland FamilySearch Center
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free for CGS members — Explore genealogy resources with guided insights before renovations begin.
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Ayo Brame's Birthday Celebration
9:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Celebrate the remarkable talent of saxophonist Ayo Brame on his birthday with an unforgettable musical journey.
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Tapestry: Weaving the Community of Dance
7-9 p.m. — Temple Hill — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of diverse dance forms uniting professionals and students from across the Bay Area.
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Al Zaman: A Celebration of SWANA Artistry
7-10 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant performance of live music, dance, and storytelling inspired by the Golden Era of Arabic nightclubs.
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Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir Performance
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Experience the acclaimed sounds of the Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir showcasing their exceptional talents.
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Kim Scott Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating night of contemporary jazz with powerhouse flutist Kim Scott.
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