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Oakland
Sunday, September 7th, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two people were killed and multiple others were injured in separate shootings early Saturday morning following Oakland's First Fridays festival as police investigated reports of chaos from a nearby dirt-bike gathering and a separate homicide reported on Thursday. ABC7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The California Assembly is set to vote on AB715— a bill that would require schools for grades K to 12 to appoint an antisemitism prevention coordinator to track hate incidents and provide training. Supporters say the measure will protect students from harassment while critics argue it may stifle free speech by conflating criticism of Israel with hate. San Francisco Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bay Area transit agencies face severe service cuts after Gov Newsom pulled back on a promised $750M loan—lawmakers say if the deal is not finalized by Tuesday the funding will be lost. Transit advocates warn that BART may cut service by up to 85% and Muni could reduce bus lines by 50%—a change that will lead to longer commutes and more traffic. San Francisco Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ French rookie Carla Leite of the Golden State Valkyries grew more confident in English and on the court during the playoff-clinching win on Sept.4, where she called plays, scored 12 points in the second half, and yelled for the ball—helping the team edge the Dallas Wings 84-80. She now averages 7.9 points and 2.1 assists in 34 games as she continues to build her leadership role. San Francisco Chronicle
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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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Aminé - Tour de Dance 2025
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant night of hip hop and dance with Aminé.
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Coastal Cleanup & Creek to Bay Day
9 AM – 12 PM — Middle Harbor Shoreline Park — Free entry — Help clean the shoreline while enjoying snacks and community spirit.
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Slow Crush with Faetooth
6:00–8:30 p.m. — Crybaby — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ethereal sounds of Faetooth as they perform hits from their latest album.
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Life Drawing Session at Faultline Gallery
5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Engage in creative expression with short poses in a supportive art environment.
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Alex G Live in Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience the melodic genius of Alex G, a multi-instrumentalist with an acclaimed performance style.
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Jessie Murph Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets start at $20 — Experience the bold new voice of Jessie Murph with her powerful vocals and genre-blending hits.
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