Good Day
Oakland
Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ National Night Out in deep East Oakland, Oak Knoll, Grand Lake, and Lakeshore brought neighbors together—over 200 block parties featured face painting, barbecue potlucks, and visits from Mayor Barbara Lee and Police Chief Floyd Mitchell. The event helped residents connect and discuss local safety concerns. The Oaklandside
- ➤ Residents at a six-story apartment building near Lake Merritt say the elevator has been out of service for over a month, leaving many, especially those in wheelchairs, trapped on high floors. After contacting the I-Team, Councilmember Carroll Fife said she will reach out to the management company—enforcing repairs under the local ordinance. ABC7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fatal car crash on northbound Highway 13 near the I-580 transition shut down lanes in Oakland early Wednesday morning— the vehicle caught fire, CHP said. ABC7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Blue Bottle workers at four East Bay locations unionized yesterday after a 22 to 5 vote certified by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) amid protests over low wages, unsafe work conditions and inconsistent staffing. They now plan to negotiate their first contract to improve benefits at the Nestle-owned coffee shops. The Oaklandside
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Oakland-born filmmaker Nijla Mu’mim talked with Oakland Voices about her new short film ‘Noor,’ a love story about a Black woman and a Palestinian man who find hope after a tragedy. She said her grassroots approach to storytelling was shaped in the Bay Area (influencing projects like ‘Jinn’) and that she continues to work on films addressing social issues. Oakland Voices
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga has faced months of contract uncertainty as his 2021 draft peers secured long-term, high-paying deals while he must choose between a two-year team-friendly offer up to $45 million or a one-year qualifying offer at $7.9 million. He is 22 and his role has shifted with injuries and limited minutes, so he will likely return to the team next season—adding risk to his future value as the Warriors focus on winning now. San Francisco Chronicle
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Let’s Talk FamilySearch: A Group Exploration
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Engage with expert guidance to master your FamilySearch journey and explore your genealogy.
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Rootstech Video Series: Reading Old Documents
6:30-7:30 p.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore the art of reading old documents with this informative video session.
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The Pleasure Routine Concert
8-10 PM — Thee Stork Club — Check for ticket prices — Experience the melodic tunes of The Pleasure Routine and enjoy their latest album, Worndrobe.
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Afrobeats at the Lake Festival
1-8 p.m. — Snow Park — $10 Early Bird tickets available — Celebrate California's biggest outdoor afrobeats festival with a lineup of diverse performances and vendors.
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Concerts By The Lake 2025
6-8 p.m. — Pleasant Hill City Hall — Cash/CC accepted — Enjoy food, drinks, and live music in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Life Drawing Session at Faultline Gallery
5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Engage your creativity with a life drawing session featuring a live model.
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AI Tips for Genealogy Research
10:30-10:45 a.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore the latest AI tips to enhance your genealogy research in a brief chat.
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