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Oakland
Sunday, June 15th, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Oakland police arrested Zocari Hicks for the November 20, 2021 homicide of 17-year-old Claijon Tolbert-Bundy on Carrington Street — they also arrested Deshaun Mays for the May 23 homicide of Sirjewel Brooks near International Boulevard as investigators continue to seek additional persons of interest. KTVU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oakland City Council will vote on June 17 on converting more billboards into digital ads that may generate $35 million; $2.3 million is already secured to help balance the budget and fund local nonprofits+offer free advertising for community groups and schools. ABC7
- ➤ Over 10,000 people joined the peaceful No Kings rally in Oakland on June 14—organizers said the event was a stand against rising authoritarianism. Local leaders, including a U.S. Rep., spoke as the crowd marched from Wilma Chan Park to Frank Ogawa Plaza. The Oaklandside
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bay FC’s PayPal Park in San Jose will host the 2025 NWSL championship game on November 22 at 5 p.m. on CBS — the playoffs will begin on November 7 and the semifinals will start on November 14 — marking a major soccer event in the Bay Area. San Francisco Chronicle
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Italian Research Discussion
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — In-person only — Join Debbie Hunt to explore the intricacies of Italian genealogy.
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LIVE Music Friday: Louda
7-10 p.m. — Original Pattern Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy the infectious sounds of Louda y Los Bad Hombres blending traditional Afro-Latin rhythms with modern flair.
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Getting Started with Family History Part 2
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Explore record types and their usage in this informative roots tech video series.
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Open House in Oakland
8-11 p.m. — 426 42nd St, Oakland, CA — Free entry — Explore the charming features of this beautifully maintained home, showcasing classic architectural styles.
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Let’s Talk FamilySearch: A Group Exploration
11 AM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Discuss genealogy and improve your FamilySearch skills in a supportive environment.
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DNA Special Interest Group Meeting
11 AM — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Dive into DNA mysteries with expert Sue Severson at this informative session.
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Melba's Kitchen at Yoshi's
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets from $88 — Experience an evening with Melba's Kitchen in the vibrant atmosphere of Oakland.
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