Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
Good morning, Oakland.
Oakland police investigated separate shootings that killed two and injured four early Saturday and caused stray bullet damage to local businesses, including a hair salon on San Pablo Ave whose windows and TV were hit as shown by the owner’s photos — the investigation continues.
Oakland Pride celebrated its 15th anniversary on Sunday with a parade along Broadway that ended at Frank Ogawa Plaza—thousands enjoyed live performers, vendors, and a family zone with a dance pavilion and kids’ activities.
A $1.6 million Powerball ticket sold at a Circle K in Dublin made one East Bay player one of California’s top winners in Saturday night’s drawing — another $1.6 million prize went to a ticket from Love’s Travel Stop in Tehachapi as over 1.5 million winning tickets were sold statewide.
Thousands of fans filled the Coliseum in Oakland for a historic soccer friendly between Japan and Mexico that ended in a 0-0 draw with the parking lot turned into a party zone.
The Mexican team’s truck was broken into earlier in the week—yet the players remained upbeat as they look ahead to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Joe Mathews recounted his 18-season journey in fantasy football—a game he traced to Oakland Tribune journalists in 1962—and explained how his long-held addiction and changes in the game have made him plan one last season.
He noted that rising legal questions over online betting sites and a recent championship win have kept him from quitting the sport.
On September 6, the Oakland Ballers used a new AI app called AaronLytics at Raimondi Park to help set lineups and in-game calls.
Manager Aaron Miles said his calls matched the app's well but glitches made him update live stats and game rules.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Life Drawing Session
5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Experience an engaging life drawing session with short poses.
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