Good Day
Oakland
Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spinning Dough at 2935 Market St. in Oakland will close on April 20 after eight years of serving ube and longanisa pizzas, owner Jeff Chin announced. He thanked customers and noted the restaurant nearly closed in 2023 after he suffered a heart attack. The Oaklandside
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 22-year-old Oakland man was charged with the murder of his Santa Rita Jail cellmate after the victim was found unresponsive with visible injuries on March 18—Alameda County Sheriff's Office said the suspect was arrested on April 11. KTVU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oakland teachers are threatening to strike because the school district has not provided enough details about its plans for budget cuts and deficits; union members will vote on Thursday on whether to hold a one-day strike on May 1 (the district now projects a deficit drop from $95 million to about $12 million after cutting nearly 100 jobs). KTVU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early votes from Oakland’s special mayoral election show a slim lead for Loren Taylor over Barbara Lee as counting continues. Taylor’s team used many door knocks and phone calls while Lee built a strong group of supporters and unveiled a 10-point plan—and the contest remains too close to call. The Oaklandside
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Brandy Collins faced problems in her old apartment with leaks, termites, and mold, and her landlord raised the rent without proper notice. She then used the city’s Rent Adjustment Program—filing her claim online and reaching a settlement that led her to move out and receive $10,000 in a cash-for-keys deal. The Oaklandside
- ➤ A Bay Area appraiser paid a couple $75,000 and watched the ABC7 News documentary 'Our America: Lowballed' as part of a settlement over alleged racial discrimination. The settlement came after the family complained about low home valuations—Clear Capital then retrained its staff to help prevent future bias. ABC7
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oakland Ballers are converting a retired BART car gifted from BART into a new concession stand at Raimondi Park. The historic car—originally set aside for the A's—will be stored off-site for a year before being unveiled next season and used on May 20. ABC7
- ➤ The Warriors plan to include Jonathan Kuminga in the playoff series against the Rockets—his 21.3 point average against Houston this season makes him a valuable option. Coach Steve Kerr said his role will depend on lineup changes and his restricted free-agent status as the team prepares for the best-of-seven matchup. San Francisco Chronicle
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Lamb of God Easter Oratorio
2-4 p.m. — Temple Hill Auditorium — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with a powerful musical portrayal of the Savior's final week.
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Easter Celebration with Terrie Odabi
7-8:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience a night of soulful blues and heartfelt melodies with Terrie Odabi and her band.
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Research-Do It Right the First Time: Part 3
11 AM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Delve into writing sources and research analysis with an experienced family history expert.
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Ichiko Aoba: Luminescent Creatures World Tour
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting melodies of Ichiko Aoba as she transports audiences through her innovative music and captivating storytelling.
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Lizzy Dutton Record Release Show
7-12 p.m. — Ivy Room — $14.73 ADV / $15 DOOR — Celebrate the release of Lizzy's debut album 'See It All' with live performances and special guests.
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Ayo Brame's 18th Birthday Celebration
10 p.m. – 1 a.m. — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Celebrate Ayo Brame's 18th birthday with captivating performances from the talented saxophonist making waves in the music scene.
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Brush Lettering Workshop at Motivat Coffee
10:30 a.m. — Motivāt Coffee Roasters — Ticket required — Learn modern calligraphy in a relaxing and creative environment focusing on mindfulness and artistic expression.
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The Sunday After: Oak Life x Lyrical Assembly
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — The New Parkway Theater — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of faith, music, and creativity with dynamic performances and community connection.
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AMBayArea Summit 2025
1-7 p.m. — Chabot Space & Science Center — Registration required — Connect with industry leaders and explore the future of manufacturing in the Bay Area.
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Spanish Language Meetup
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Mad Oak Bar ‘N’ Yard — Free entry — Practice and converse in Spanish with speakers of all levels in a fun, inclusive atmosphere.
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