Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
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🚨 Crime
The Oakland Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at around 3:45 a.m. on July 27 at an illegal nightclub along 85th Avenue, where family identified the victim as Fernando Castillo Rodriguez (23), manager of a local cookie and baking company.
🎓 Education
Internal records show that last summer, school leaders were not informed in time about dangerous lead levels in school water, leaving principals without clear guidance.
The district has now assembled a new team to handle lead testing and repairs—aiming to prevent future miscommunication.
🎉 Oakland Events
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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.
Getting Started Part 5: Searching Smarter
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore effective searching techniques to enhance your family history research.
Heavy Petting Zoo FUNdraiser: Home Off The Playa
12-8 p.m. — 7th West — Donation encouraged — Groove to local DJs at this family-friendly fundraiser supporting the Heavy Petting Zoo art car's return to Burning Man.
Life Drawing Session
5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Experience creative expression through life drawing with a live model.
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.
T Sisters at The Freight with Ralph Roddenbery
4:00 – 6:30 p.m. — The Freight — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sibling harmonies and soulful folk sounds of the T Sisters as they perform live.
Mac Mall Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the pioneering rhythms of Mac Mall, a Bay Area hip-hop legend.
Life Drawing Session
5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Experience an evening of creativity with short poses and a live model.
🏠 Oakland Real Estate
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