Good Day
Oakland
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Grinders, a Montclair sandwich shop that served Oakland for 35 years, closed when owner Peter York retired. La Mexicana in Fruitvale, known for its handmade tortillas since 1932, also closed, and a tip notes that Dropo Sushi will soon replace Pink Cloud Tea & More on Addison St. in Berkeley. The Oaklandside
- ➤ Oakland entrepreneurs can join free virtual workshops on Zoom covering business basics from May 3 through May 9 - a chance to boost skills. A mixer runs on May 7 at Scott’s Seafood at Jack London Square and a marketing event launches on May 5 at Kissel Uptown Hotel. The Oaklandside
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Oakland’s iconic muralist Dan Fontes died Monday after battling cancer; he was known for his animal murals, including the giraffe art under I-580, and a memorial to honor his legacy is expected to be announced later. KTVU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After nearly a decade of legal work, a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family went into effect May 1, awarding California over $440 million for opioid treatment measures. Purdue also transferred its manufacturing operations to Knoa Pharma LLC (a new board will oversee medicine safety). KTVU
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Córdoba Live at Yoshi's
7:00 – 8:15 PM — Yoshi's — Ticket pricing information unavailable — Experience a unique fusion of global sounds with Córdoba's vibrant and uplifting songs blending pop, rock, and Latin influences.
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Black Pine Concert
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of funk, jazz, and soul brought to you by the Black Pine Circle Band and guest musicians.
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Patrick Landeza & Sons Performance
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of Hawaiian music, hula, and aloha with Patrick Landeza and family.
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Shalamar Reunion Concert
7:30 PM - 12:30 AM — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary R&B group Shalamar as they perform classic hits in a celebration of funk and soul.
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Heated Rivalry Bingo Night
6-7:30 p.m. — Drake's Dealership — $17 — Enjoy a lively evening of bingo with themed menu offerings and exciting prizes.
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GZA Live Concert
7:30-10:45 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience the lyrical genius of GZA, a legendary figure in hip-hop history.
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Hayley Williams Concert
7-10 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience an evening of stunning live music featuring Hayley Williams and Water From Your Eyes.
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Elvin Bishop Big Fun Trio
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Check ticket prices for entry — Enjoy a raucous night of high-energy blues and spirited guitar from the legendary Elvin Bishop.
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Floetry Live Performance
7-10 PM — Paramount Theatre Oakland — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful blend of Neo Soul, RnB, and Hip Hop from the dynamic duo of Floetry.
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Tik Talk Interactive Storytelling
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Quinn's Lighthouse — Entry fee not specified — Experience captivating live storytelling with a mix of seasoned and emerging voices.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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