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Oakland
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Oaklandside 510’s ten-episode podcast experiment nearly ended after almost 9,000 downloads as local listeners praised the new way of getting news. The nonprofit will raise $15,000 to produce weekly episodes for six more months — the funds will pay for the producer, equipment, and recording space. The Oaklandside
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Oakland artist Sydney Jones collects broken car windows after a car is bipped and turns them into jewelry called Bips. She also repurposes bottles into candles and vases—items sold at Jack London Square and local craft fairs. The Oaklandside
- ➤ Chef Nite Yun—known for her acclaimed Oakland restaurants Lunette and Nyum Bai—has released her debut cookbook My Cambodia that mixes Khmer recipes with personal essays about her journey from a refugee camp to culinary success. The cookbook documents her story and offers detailed recipes that require unique ingredients. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Oakland will host several events this week as rapper Ice Cube performs at the Oakland Arena on Sept. 25th at 7 p.m.—promising an immersive stage show—and the 'Stoked' exhibit at Laney College will display wood-fired ceramics by 36 artists until Dec. 5th. In addition, the Friends of Oakland Library will mark its 75th anniversary with an open house at The Bookmark Bookstore on Sept. 27th at 12 p.m.—while free community events include an open mic at Discover Community Cafe on Sept. 26th and fundraisers for families in Gaza and Aunt Lute Books. The Oaklandside
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Violence interrupters in Oakland high schools have reduced suspensions by 10% since 2022, but school and city leaders say the program will end in June 2026 (unless new funding is found). The Oaklandside
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two earthquakes hit the East Bay on Sept. 22—one a 4.3 quake near UC Berkeley at 2:56 a.m. and another a 3 quake at 6:21 p.m.—and USGS seismologist Susan Hough said the odds of another similar quake in the next month are about 3%, with the chance of a larger quake staying very low. SFGate
- ➤ A marine heat wave called NEP25A has grown to cover an area as large as the contiguous US — raising sea temperatures by up to 10°F above normal and disrupting the food web that supports marine life along the California coast. Scientists warn that the warm water could trigger harmful algal blooms and shift species ranges if the trend continues. SFGate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A state audit found that Alameda County Department of Children and Family Services did not investigate child abuse reports in time and did not give foster children quick access to health care—raising serious local concerns—and the agency said it will take steps to fix its practices. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Oakland City Hall considered awarding a $45 million security contract to Allied Universal Security Services but ran into an issue—one of its subsidiaries has federal ICE contracts that clash with the city’s 2019 sanctuary ordinance. The City Council’s rules committee was set to decide on whether a waiver should let the contract go forward. The Oaklandside
- ➤ Governor Gavin Newsom launched a new homeless response task force on Friday that will target encampments on state property, including along highways and under overpasses in Oakland and other major cities. The team—composed of six state agencies such as the California Highway Patrol, Office of Emergency Services, and Caltrans—will clear camps and work to move residents into housing. Oakland Voices
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ California legislators passed Assembly Bill 432 that requires health plans to cover proven menopause treatments and Gov. Newsom must sign by Oct. 12 for the law to help nearly 22 million women—most of California's female population. The bill may improve care for hot flashes, memory issues, and bone health while addressing long-standing racial disparities. San Francisco Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Golden State Valkyries ended their debut season with strong fan support—season ticket renewals exceeded 90%—and now plan to sign free agents who fit their unselfish culture as they prepare for Year 2. San Francisco Chronicle
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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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Wet Leg Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Ticket information available — Experience the electrifying live performance by Wet Leg, showcasing their new album 'moisturizer'.
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Life of the Party with Dre From The Bay, Kat Jabba, and DJ Ignacia
10 p.m. – 1 a.m. — Crybaby — Limited free entry with RSVP — Experience hip-hop vibes and dance to local DJs during Oakland's First Fridays.
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Saturday in THE ZONE at Liberation Park
3-7 p.m. — Liberation Park — Free entry — Skate and vibe at the famous Umoja Outdoor Skating Rink with the best music and fun for the whole family.
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Nate Smith Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience the eclectic rhythms of GRAMMY®-nominated drummer Nate Smith, blending jazz, R&B, and hip-hop.
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Bill Charlap Trio Performance
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets vary — Experience the renowned Bill Charlap Trio as they perform classics from the American Popular Songbook.
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Durand Jones & The Indications - Flowers Tour 2025
8-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets required — Experience an energetic night of soul and funk with Durand Jones & The Indications.
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Prateek Kuhad Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating journey through the South Asian music scene with top artists like Prateek Kuhad and Abdul Hannan.
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A Galaxy Far, Far Away Concert
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM — Temple Hill Auditorium — Free entry — Experience John Williams’s epic Star Wars score and a fun costume contest.
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