Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
Good morning, Oakland.
Residents in Rockridge worked with the Oakland Department of Transportation to study speeding and craft a 29-page plan with ideas to slow traffic—OakDOT said it will test a 90-day diverter pilot to see if it can reduce dangerous speeds.
The plan and pilot come after many community meetings and data collections to address concerns about cars cutting through the neighborhood.
UC Berkeley marketing professor Przemyslaw Jeziorski was shot and killed outside his ex-wife's home near Athens while in Greece for a child custody hearing, and his family said he was murdered in cold blood (he was 43).
On July 15th, a woman was fatally struck while crossing at Fruitvale Avenue and East 27th Street in East Oakland when a white pickup truck hit her and fled the scene—police later arrested the driver and said alcohol may have been a factor.
Today, Oakland welcomed new food spots as Puerto Rican Street Cuisine began its soft opening in San Antonio to serve pernil, mofongo and arroz con gandules — Alta Vina opened a wine tasting room in Jack London Square featuring local winemakers, and the burger truck Str8 Flame launched an artisan menu.
Oakland police said they did not share surveillance camera data with ICE even though a report showed local agencies accessed the system for federal cases — including one labeled as an ICE case.
Privacy advocates and state officials are reviewing the logs as the department looks to expand its surveillance network.
Bay FC signed 19-year-old Onyeka Gamero from FC Barcelona on Tuesday for an undisclosed fee—she is recovering from a torn ACL and will complete her rehab with the team as part of its long-term plan to boost the offense.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Milonga Rubia Dance Event
7-11 p.m. — Just Dance Ballroom — $20 entry — Enjoy a lively Milonga with diverse DJs in a welcoming atmosphere.
Life Drawing at Faultline Gallery
5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Engage your artistic skills with a live model in short poses.
AI Tips for Genealogy Research
10:30 – 10:45 a.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Discover the latest AI tips to enhance your genealogy research in this informative chat.
Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is 20th Anniversary Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Ticketed event — Celebrate two decades of soulful hits from the 'Princess of Hip-Hop Soul' in her hometown.
Leanne Morgan Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre Oakland — Original tickets honored — Celebrate life’s wisdom with comedy from the rising star Leanne Morgan.
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