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Oakland
Monday, September 15th, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Oakland Chinatown hosted its second annual night market Saturday as the neighborhood worked to recover from post-pandemic challenges—40 vendors, live Asian American music, and a vintage car show drew thousands. Council executive Tony Trinh said the event helped boost local business and improve community safety perceptions. San Francisco Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bay Area schools are expanding peer counseling programs to support students facing isolation and stress at home and school. At Mountain View High, 26 trained peer counselors will begin dual enrollment with Foothill College in the spring—while Oakland Unified plans to offer group sessions in more schools. San Francisco Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Experts warn that the national debate on vaccines may weaken California’s strong immunization efforts if moves like Florida’s ban on mandates spread— raising the risk of flu, measles, and other preventable illnesses. Local health officials are working to clear up confusion over vaccine guidelines to keep coverage high and protect public health. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Bay Area kidney donors and recipients are training at Mission HQ in Alameda as part of the 11-member Renal Warrior team—preparing for the 316-mile Source to City race in New York that starts Thursday. They train 12 to 15 hours a day and hope their efforts will inspire others—especially those overcoming health challenges. KTVU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Natalie Nakase blamed the refs for her team’s 101-72 playoff loss to the Minnesota Lynx on Sept. 14, saying that sudden foul calls during a 17-7 run hurt the team—she expects the officials will adjust their calls for Game 2 on Wednesday. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Mac Jones filled in for Brock Purdy on Sunday as he passed for 279 yards and three touchdowns to lead the 49ers to a 26 to 21 win over the Saints. His strong game on a crucial 77-yard drive boosted confidence as coach Kyle Shanahan and teammates praised his performance—showing promise after three tough seasons. San Francisco Chronicle
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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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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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