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Oakland
Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After the Oakland Marriott City Center defaulted last year, new general manager Kevin Boland is working to improve business—he said new ownership and planned upgrades will help attract more guests and meetings downtown. His efforts aim to rebuild trust in Oakland’s hotel industry and bring more visitors to the city. The Oaklandside
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early Wednesday morning, smash-and-grab thieves targeted Sterling Bank and Trust at 735 Webster Street and Cathay Bank at 710 Webster Street in Chinatown by using a U-Haul to break the windows—police are investigating with no arrests yet reported. KTVU
- ➤ Alameda County prosecutors announced today that they will dismiss felony charges against eight of 11 defendants in connection with the 2021 death of Maurice Monk — a 45-year-old schizophrenic man who died after food and medicine were left in his Santa Rita Jail cell — while the case against three jail deputies will continue as his sister said more staff should be charged. San Francisco Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Lucy Blue opened at 468 19th St. in Uptown Oakland near the Fox Theater—chef Michele McQueen and Town Fare will serve drinks and small plates. Meanwhile, Good Vybes and Brews is soft opening in the Jack London district with organic coffee and matcha without tipping. The Oaklandside
- ➤ On August 14th, the Chronicle Food & Wine team blind-tasted 20 everything bagels from Bay Area shops to judge their flavor, texture, and overall appeal. The panel named the bagel from Loveski Deli (score 8.1) as the top pick in a contest that highlighted a diverse range of styles. San Francisco Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Police union leaders in Oakland said they were frustrated by staffing problems as more than 100 officers were on leave and many left each month for other agencies. Mayor Barbara Lee said the city will hire more officers to reach 700, but Oakland was ranked the second most dangerous place using FBI crime data from 2024—raising concerns about public safety. ABC7
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Cyrus Chestnut Concert
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Piedmont Piano Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience the masterful jazz of Cyrus Chestnut as he showcases his technical skill and soulful style.
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Kirk Whalum Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience the smooth sounds of Grammy-winning saxophonist Kirk Whalum as he brings his jazzy vibes to Oakland.
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Life Drawing Session
5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Explore your artistic side with dynamic life drawing sessions featuring a live model.
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Let’s Talk FamilySearch: A Group Exploration
11 AM — Oakland FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Discuss navigating FamilySearch and share tips in a community setting.
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AI Tips for Genealogy Research
10:30-10:45 a.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Discover the latest AI tips for enhancing your genealogy research in this informative session.
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Happy Hour Cruise at Jack London Square
8-10 p.m. — Jack London Square — $20 — Unwind with unbeatable drink specials and dance aboard a scenic cruise of the San Francisco Bay.
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All The Feels: R&B and Slow Jams Night
8-11 p.m. — Level 13 Ultra Lounge — Limited Free tickets — Elevate your aura with live DJ sets of R&B, Slow Jams, and everything in between.
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Milonga Rubia Dance Event
7-11 p.m. — Just Dance Ballroom — $20 cash entry — Enjoy a welcoming Milonga with diverse DJs and community spirit in a safe environment.
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Life Drawing Session at Faultline Artspace
5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Engage in short poses and unleash your creativity in a vibrant art atmosphere.
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Jeffrey Osborne Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets required — Experience the smooth R&B sounds of Grammy-nominated artist Jeffrey Osborne live in Oakland.
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