Good morning, Oakland.

Oakland reporters recount wins that include schools going phone-free to boost focus, safer streets after recent safety projects, and the reopening of Youth Radio to train young people & spark local progress.

Their collection of stories shows real steps forward in our community.

Thai chef Thitid 'Ton' Tassanakajohn, celebrated for his Michelin-star restaurants, will open Saam, his first US Thai restaurant, in Oakland soon.

Pop Nosh 2026 is set for July 18 at Temescal Brewing (4115 Telegraph Ave.) for an afternoon of East Bay food, live music, and prize raffles.

The free, family friendly event features diverse vendors including Aku’s BBQ and Smash n’ Stack Burger Shack.

Oakland High students’ essays on medicine and culture were compiled into Cross-Cultural Medicine, Volume 8 (318 pages) and read to faculty at Samuel Merritt University downtown last Friday.

The capstone project, led by teacher Jessica Forbes, helps students explore cultural perspectives in healthcare.

Former Alameda County Supervisor Scott Haggerty died over the July 4 weekend in Tennessee (68).

He was known for his work in regional transportation and public service, and his family will announce memorial service details in California and Tennessee soon.

BART parking lots remain nearly empty as remote work causes fewer commuters, prompting debate over repurposing the spaces (for pop-up shops and community events) later this summer.

The Golden State Warriors could lose center Quinten Post as he signed a three-year, $30M offer sheet with the Memphis Grizzlies.

His Bay Area future remains uncertain pending the team's review.

Cave Clove Concert

8-11 p.m. — Thee Stork Club — No ticket price listed — Enjoy a night of music at one of Oakland's lively venues.

Major League Cricket Semifinals

3:30 PM & 7:30 PM — Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience electrifying matchups with world-class cricket action.

Mosswood Meltdown 2026

4:00 PM — Mosswood Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an afternoon with Pavement and special guests Wednesday and Vivian Girls.

Memo PST Live at Eli's Mile High Club

— Venue: Eli's Mile High Club — Cost: Check details — Experience a night of indie tunes with Memo PST and Warp.

Jenny Don't and the Spurs Concert

10 p.m. — Eli's Mile High Club — No cover charge — Enjoy the unique sounds of Jenny Don’t and the Spurs as they showcase their music prowess.

Moviola Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — Thee Stork Club — $15.00 – $18.00 — Experience the premiere performance of Moviola in the vibrant Stork Club atmosphere.

WWE Friday Night Smackdown

4:30-6:30 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Ticketed event — Experience the electrifying atmosphere of live wrestling at WWE Smackdown.

Ronstadt Revolution - A Tribute to Linda Ronstadt

Evening — Woodminster Summer Musicals — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the music legacy of Linda Ronstadt with a talented tribute band featuring bilingual vocalist Natalie Amaya.

The Purple Ones - Insatiable Tribute to Prince

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Central Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant tribute to Prince at the San Ramon Summer Concert Series.

Cate White: World Raw

12-5 p.m. — Transmission Gallery Oakland — Free entry — Explore the artistic expression of Cate White in an engaging gallery setting.