Good Day
Oakland
Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Oakland firefighters responded to a vegetation fire that started Friday on MacArthur Boulevard near 90th Avenue with about 30 firefighters containing the blaze by 4:30 p.m., although the incident is not yet under control. KTVU
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Loard’s Ice Cream reopened on June 1 at its historic location on MacArthur Boulevard and Coolidge Avenue in upper Dimond—serving over 45 flavors along with a new sandwiches counter called WesLows; store owner Winnie Tam said the soft reopening comes after a four-year pause due to the pandemic and filming for the movie Freaky Tales. The Oaklandside
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ San Francisco police executed a search warrant Wednesday at a home on Martin Luther King Jr. Way in Oakland—seizing nearly 5 pounds of fentanyl, over $52,000 in cash, scales and other materials, and arresting four Oakland residents for drug charges. San Francisco Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Thousands attended Oakland’s Juneteenth celebration featuring music, food, and activities for kids. Locals said the event honored freedom and Black heritage—bringing the community together in a festive spirit. ABC7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mills College Children's School in Oakland, founded in 1926, will close on June 30. Faculty and parents received an email from dean Beth Kochly at 11 a.m.—staff will be offered severance packages based on their tenure. The Oaklandside
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 20, the Supreme Court reinstated legal challenges by oil and gas companies to California's strict auto emissions standards, and affected firms may now argue they were harmed by the rules. State regulators said the decision does not change the current Advanced Clean Cars program. San Francisco Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ It has been one year since FBI agents raided Mayor Sheng Thao’s home and recycling executives’ houses on June 20, and the case has led to federal indictments for bribery involving Thao, her partner Andre Jones & the Duongs while Oakland’s new leadership and budget aim to restore public trust as investigations continue. The Oaklandside
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fans packed Chase Center on June 19 to watch Caitlin Clark in her first appearance, sparking the arena’s sixth straight sellout—many credited her with reviving WNBA interest while others questioned the aggressive play she faced. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ The Golden State Warriors will decide this offseason if they keep forward Jonathan Kuminga and guard Gary Payton II after Sunday's NBA Finals finish. The team plans to tender qualifying offers by June 29 while free agency starts June 30 and the NBA draft begins on Wednesday. San Francisco Chronicle
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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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No Money Down Home Loan Workshop
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Metropolitan Golf Links — Free entry — Discover how to help families achieve homeownership without upfront costs.
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Fine Silver Jewelry Pendant Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Marcus Books — Workshop fee varies — Craft a beautiful silver pendant in a serene, creative environment.
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Dwight Trible Live
8-9:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the soulful jazz of Dwight Trible, celebrated for his rich tones and unique blend of genres.
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Baekhyun World Tour: Reverie
7:30-9 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of Baekhyun live in concert during his world tour.
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Hike Lake Chabot Regional Park
9:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Bort Meadow Staging Area — Free entry — Explore 5 miles of scenic trails with a moderate elevation gain in a community hiking event.
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Let’s Talk FamilySearch: A Group Exploration
11 AM – 12 PM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore genealogy with expert guidance and tackle your FamilySearch questions in a friendly setting.
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