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Oakland
Friday, June 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers from Urban Compassion Project cleaned a trash-filled area off San Pablo Avenue in West Oakland on Monday afternoon & helped residents report illegal dumping that had plagued the neighborhood. Founded in 2021 by Vincent Ray Williams, III, the group has removed over 2,300 tons of waste and now works with the city & community groups to address further dumping. KTVU
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The FBI offered a $10K reward for tips on finding Heaven McGee, a 21 year old Oakland woman who disappeared in January and is believed to be a victim of human trafficking in Stockton — officers said multiple searches guided by cell phone data are ongoing and community tips remain crucial — as the investigation continues. ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Michelin star awards for Bay Area restaurants were announced Wednesday evening, marking a shift as Sonoma's Enclos earned two stars and Oakland's Sun Moon Studio became the city's second Michelin-starred restaurant. Longtime winner Chez TJ lost its star while two restaurants closed — prompting local attention as special awards for service and cocktails were also given. San Francisco Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Oakland Unified School District board approved the 2025-2026 budget with a reserve of $329,182—below the district's 3% policy—and warned that overspending could lead to a $78 million deficit next school year. The board also approved a $357,000 contract for interim superintendent Denise Saddler, who will serve from July 1 through June 30. The Oaklandside
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Caltrans is studying I-980 through its Vision 980 study and is considering three options (improving the current road, covering it for parks, or removing it entirely) amid local debate over the freeway’s past impact on community connectivity. The department will gather public input and begin a 20-month cost study next year to decide the future of the route. ABC7
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Paul Einbund charges $2 per centimeter for house wine at Oakland’s Sirene—about $7 for a five-ounce glass as servers measure the pour with a ruler. He plans to introduce new glassware soon to enhance the unique, relaxed style of his wine service. San Francisco Chronicle
SHOP NEWS
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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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Acoustic Alchemy Live Performance
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10:30-10:45 a.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free — Discover the latest AI tips to enhance your genealogy research in this short session.
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