Good morning, Oakland.

Oakland has more than doubled its homeless encampment closures since July 2024, with actions moving into East neighborhoods with lower incomes and larger Black and Latino communities.

Officials explain closures target encampments that block public areas and encourage self-relocation to available shelter options.

Bar Skula reopens on Grand Avenue near Lake Merritt with a seafood-focused menu while goop kitchen, a delivery-only brand from a wellness company, operates under its Berkeley name in Oakland.

Reem’s returns as a worker-owned restaurant in Jack London Square.

The CDC reported that California is under investigation for cyclosporiasis following 843 confirmed and over 1,500 suspected cases since May 1; local Oakland health experts stress that the parasite is unlikely to spread person-to-person (washing produce is advised).

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.

IVE: SHOW WHAT I AM World Tour

3:00 – 9:30 PM — Oakland Arena — Tickets required — Global K-pop sensation IVE takes the stage for an unforgettable night of powerful performances and fan-favorite hits.