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Friday, July 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.

CRIME NEWS

  • An Oakland woman, Karen Mackey (53), was arrested in Cupertino on June 14 after a traffic stop revealed she was wanted for grand theft when deputies found 71 bottles (mostly tequila) allegedly stolen from Safeway stores in Santa Clara County and later returned to the store.  KTVU

SPORTS NEWS

  • Recent summer soccer matches showed low crowd turnout and safety fears over immigration raids that raised doubt about hosting next summer’s World Cup — the U.S. men’s team advanced in the CONCACAF Gold Cup despite missing key players. Low attendance at these games has made many wonder if local support will be strong enough when global attention arrives.  San Francisco Chronicle

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 7/5/25

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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.

    Tue, 7/8/25

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  • Acoustic Alchemy Live Performance

    8-9:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Check for ticket prices — Experience a night of contemporary jazz with Acoustic Alchemy showcasing their new album 33 1/3.

    Wed, 7/9/25

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  • AI Tips for Genealogy Research

    10:30-10:45 a.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free — Discover the latest AI tips to enhance your genealogy research in this short session.

    Wed, 7/16/25

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  • Getting Started Part 4: Using Record Hints

    1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Explore the power of AI in documenting your genealogy through record hints.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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  • TammyTeaLove Comedy Show

    8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Tammy E. Clarke as she shares relatable real-life stories from her unique journey.

    Tue, 7/22/25

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  • AI Tips for Genealogy Research

    10:30-11:30 a.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore the latest AI tips for enhancing your genealogy research in a brief chat.

    Wed, 7/23/25

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  • Hi-Five Concert

    8-9:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Experience the iconic R&B group Hi-Five performing their classic hits live.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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  • Genius Wesley Performance

    7:30-9 p.m. — The Sound Room — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience the prodigious jazz talent of drummer Genius Wesley along with local rising stars.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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  • Milonga Rubia Dance Event

    7-11 p.m. — Just Dance Ballroom — $20 entry — Enjoy a lively Milonga with diverse DJs in a welcoming atmosphere.

    Sun, 7/27/25

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