Good Day
Oakland
Saturday, October 5th, 2024
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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Hans Zimmer concert at Oakland Arena experienced significant delays due to safety concerns, with authorities temporarily closing the gates and leaving fans awaiting outside. KTVU
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Xavier Massey, 21, faces up to nearly 14 years in prison if convicted on multiple felony charges related to a series of armed robberies in Oakland. San Francisco Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ In the 2024 election for the Oakland School Board District 7, incumbent Clifford Thompson, a seasoned educator, competes against Dominic Ware, a community activist, highlighting critical challenges such as a $56 million district deficit, deteriorating school facilities, and the need for improved student services. The Oaklandside
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oakland to consider renewing its $800,000 annual contract with ShotSpotter, a technology praised by police for improving response times to gunshots, amidst criticisms of its effectiveness and concerns over civil rights. ABC7
- ➤ The Oakland Coliseum sale is under scrutiny due to a missed $10 million payment by the African-American Sports and Entertainment group, raising concerns over potential major city spending cuts. KTVU
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Exploring the Intersection of Math, Science, and Art at OMCA
Experience the creativity of hackerspace enthusiasts while exploring the art exhibits and California history at the Oakland Museum of California on a free admission day.
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Bill Frisell Live Performance
Experience the captivating sounds of renowned guitarist Bill Frisell at the Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland.
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FamilySearch Skills Workshop: Adding Ancestors and Viewing Sources
Learn how to expand your family tree by adding ancestors and exploring historical sources during this interactive workshop at the Oakland FamilySearch Center.
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Beginning Mexican Research Special Interest Class
Learn about the online records available for Mexican research on FamilySearch and Ancestry.com with expert guidance from Jane Lindsey.
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MAVI Live at The New Parish
Experience an electrifying live performance by MAVI at The New Parish, a top venue in Oakland.
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Dan and Phil: Terrible Influence Tour
Experience the hilarity of award-winning duo Dan and Phil in their new live show, filled with scandalous stories and playful self-roasting.
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Friday Nights at OMCA Featuring Banda 300
Experience a vibrant celebration of music with Banda 300's unique blend of traditional Banda and modern electronic sounds, complemented by DJ Cultz 1's energetic mixes.
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Black Violin Live at Fox Theater
Experience the unique blend of classical strings and modern beats with Black Violin, a duo dedicated to challenging stereotypes and enriching communities through music.
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FamilySearch Skills Workshop: Record Hints and Collaboration
Learn how to effectively utilize historical record hints on FamilySearch and enhance collaboration with others in genealogical research.
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Enhancing Your Genealogical Research with City Directories
Learn how to utilize city directories to uncover more details about your ancestors' lives between census years.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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