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Oakland
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On August 28th, 2025, the Golden State Warriors unveiled renovated basketball courts at Mosswood Park in Oakland with NBA legends Gary Payton Sr. and Festus Ezeli leading a ribbon-cutting ceremony—highlighting a commitment to safe spaces for local youth. KTVU
- ➤ A video from August 22 showed a Tesla driver dozing off near MacArthur Maze in Oakland, sparking concern as traffic slowed and bystanders filmed the incident—raising questions about the proper use of semiautonomous features. Car makers design systems that issue warnings and temporary shutdowns when driver attention lapses, but some drivers still test these safeguards. San Francisco Chronicle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Janice Dulce, owner of FOB Kitchen, signed a lease to open a new casual restaurant in Prescott Market in West Oakland. FOB West will serve Filipino dishes — including tacos, rice bowls, and pancit — and aims to open early 2026 while keeping prices affordable. San Francisco Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tony Jerome Norman—67, a Kaiser security guard walking home from BART, was fatally shot near 17th and Brush streets in West Oakland on August 29 when gunfire erupted from two cars; Oakland Police are investigating the incident. KTVU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oakland is hiring parolees for a three-year, $12.4 million contract under the Golden State Works Program & they will work with Caltrans crews to clean freeways, highways and expressways. The program offers steady employment with daily pay to help these residents rebuild their lives and move into permanent jobs. KTVU
- ➤ Susan Muranishi earns nearly $1 million per year as Alameda County's top administrator and manages a nearly $5 billion budget for 1.6 million residents—she works to keep county finances steady while planning for any drop in state or federal funding. San Francisco Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Four Golden State Valkyries players — Iliana Rupert, Janelle Salaün, Carla Leite and Laeticia Amihere — made ESPN’s WNBA 25 Under 25 list, highlighting the young core that is shaping the team's bright future. Their improved game stats and key roles on the roster signal that the franchise is building around promising talent. San Francisco Chronicle
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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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Jeffrey Osborne Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with R&B legend Jeffrey Osborne featuring classics and new hits.
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GROOVES Closing Celebration
5-8 p.m. — Faultline Artspace — Free entry — Celebrate artistic contributions with the Album Art Tribute event.
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Urban Cycling Workshop: Day 2 Road Skills
5-10:30 p.m. — Hayward BART Station Parking Lot — Free entry — Enhance your cycling skills with on-bike practice and road drills in a supportive environment.
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Life Drawing Session
5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Engage in creative expression with a live model in a supportive atmosphere.
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Stardew Valley - Symphony of Seasons
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre Oakland — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live orchestral journey through the beloved music of Stardew Valley.
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Biketopia 2025
5:00-8:30 p.m. — Preservation Park — Free - $85 — Celebrate Better Biking at Bike East Bay's annual member party and fundraiser.
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Psychedelic Furs Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience the iconic sounds of The Psychedelic Furs live with special guest Gary Numan.
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