Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
Good morning, Oakland.
🚨 Crime
Wellpath, which provides health care at Santa Rita Jail, will pay $2.3 million to settle a wrongful death lawsuit over Maurice Monk's death—he died on Nov.
15th, 2021 after deputies and staff dropped food and medicine into his cell—while officials face calls for improved inmate care.
🎭 Culture
Bay Area audiences will see over 100 African American quilts in the Routed West exhibition at BAMPFA in Berkeley, which opens June 8 and features works from quilters who migrated during the Second Great Migration.
The museum lost more than $260,000 in federal grants—forcing it to seek alternate funding—and invites the community to join free Community Day events.
🎓 Education
At a board meeting, Oakland Unified School District reviewed its 2024-2025 budget and noted ongoing deficits that require changes (including possible school consolidation) as it prepares to exit state oversight on July 1.
Paying off a $100 million state loan will free up an extra $6 million each year, officials said.
Oakland educators decried proposed cuts to federal Title III funding for English learners as a move that would hurt student services and violate civil rights laws.
They warned that schools might have to shift resources from other critical programs—potentially pitting student groups against each other.
🏛️ Government
Alameda County's Board of Supervisors approved nearly $270 million for a five-year project to repair and update Santa Rita Jail in Oakland following a 4—1 vote at Tuesday’s meeting.
The plan will address deferred repairs and upgrade key systems such as the ring road and HVAC to enhance safety for staff and inmates.
🎉 Oakland Events
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Oakland Carnival & Wellness Festival
5 AM - 1 PM — Mosswood Park — Free entry — Celebrate Caribbean culture with music, dance, and wellness activities in a family-oriented festival.
Raphael Saadiq Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets starting at $27 — Experience soulful rhythms with Raphael Saadiq at an iconic venue.
Let’s Talk FamilySearch: A Group Exploration
11 AM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore how to navigate FamilySearch and unlock the secrets of your family history with expert guidance.
Culture Makers
6:30-8:00 p.m. — The New Parkway Theater — Pay what you can — Celebrate the future of sports in Oakland with local leaders and live bluegrass music.
William Welch Wines Comedy Night
7:30-9 p.m. — William Welch Wines — $20 Tickets Available — An evening of laughter with acclaimed comedians and fun vibes over wine.
Fine Silver Jewelry Pendant Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Marcus Books — Pricing not mentioned — Create your own exquisite fine silver pendant in a serene workshop environment.
Milonga Rubia Dance Night
7-11 p.m. — Just Dance Ballroom — $20 entry — Experience a vibrant Milonga with a different DJ each event in a welcoming atmosphere.
Ancestry Research Group Meeting
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Explore ancestry with the guidance of expert volunteers at this engaging research session.
Washington Freedom vs LA Knight Riders
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Oakland Coliseum — Tickets on sale now — Experience explosive cricket action under the lights with two powerhouse teams battling it out.
AI Tip for the Week
10:30-11:00 a.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Engage in a short chat about the latest AI tips and tricks.
🏠 Oakland Real Estate
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