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Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Temescal Brewing in Oakland said on Friday, October 10 that it is starting a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing—this step will let the brewery fix its debt while it keeps its Telegraph Ave taproom open. The owners noted the filing comes after challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic, even though sales are strong and trending upward. KTVU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Oakland author Tommy Orange was named one of the 2025 MacArthur Fellows on Oct. 8 — he will receive an $800,000 no-strings-attached award paid quarterly over five years. The Oaklandside
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carla Ashford works as a violence interrupter at Skyline High and uses her past experiences to help mediate student conflicts amid recent incidents like a stabbing and a false weapon report—while the district now faces a funding shortfall as city dollars expire at the end of the school year. This program, which once reduced violence-related suspensions, is now in urgent need of new financial support. The Oaklandside
- ➤ Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff and his wife Lynne are donating $139 million to support UCSF Children’s Hospital and AI education programs in local schools including Oakland Unified School District—funding that will expand hospital services and build tech training programs in the coming months. San Francisco Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new study finds the Cascadia subduction zone and the northern San Andreas fault have moved together for over 3,100 years—each quake on one may trigger shakes on the other within minutes to hours. The findings give scientists more clues about quake risks along the West Coast without predicting when the next quake will occur. SFGate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several bills on October 10 that will impose stricter pet sale rules and ban nonmedical declawing of cats to counter abusive breeding practices. The Stop the Puppy Mill Pipeline legislation builds on his administration’s ongoing efforts to protect animals and increase sales transparency. KTVU
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Transportation’s emergency rules now bar the DMV from issuing commercial driver licenses to noncitizens and non-permanent residents, leaving drivers such as Vivak Sharma—who has driven trucks for eight years and is seeking asylum—worried about losing a vital income source. The rule, aimed at boosting traffic safety and closing legal loopholes, will impact the Port of Oakland where a driver shortage already delays deliveries. ABC7
- ➤ California counties reported decreases in homelessness counts, but officials warn that upcoming federal and state funding cuts may reduce shelter and housing support. Local nonprofits and experts fear progress will reverse—leaving fewer resources for those in need. Oakland Voices
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NBA officials updated the rules to stop extra contact on a shooter's hand during a closeout—this change aims to protect players. Coach Steve Kerr said the update will help guard Stephen Curry—who has asked for this rule for years. San Francisco Chronicle
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Musiq Soulchild Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of Musiq Soulchild, a pioneer of the neo-soul movement.
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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 welcoming atmosphere.
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Hollyfrancis, Meatcube & Jones Carwash Live Show
8-10 p.m. — Thee Stork Club — $10 adv., $12 door — Enjoy a night of alt-country grunge with local Oakland bands Hollyfrancis, Meatcube, and Jones Carwash.
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Pretzel Making Class
6:45-8:15 p.m. — Faction Brewing — Ticket purchase required — Learn to craft pretzels and enjoy scenic views at Alameda's waterfront brewery.
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Chuy Gomez - Thurzday Beatz
8 PM - 12 AM — Crybaby — Free entry — Chuy brings the hip-hop and reggaeton vibes with drink specials all night.
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Wednesday Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets vary — Experience the unique sound of Wednesday as they blend shoegaze with country influences.
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FREQz & Acapulco Lips Live at Stork Club
11 AM - 8 PM — Thee Stork Club — Ticket info not available — Enjoy a day of vibrant music with FREQz and Acapulco Lips in Oakland.
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Life Drawing Session
5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Engage in creativity with short poses and limited seating.
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Matt Maltese: Tour For You My Whole Life
8-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the intimate melodies and witty songwriting of acclaimed artist Matt Maltese.
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Fireboy DML USA Tour: Oakland
8-10 p.m. — Continental Club — $48.45 — Experience the soul-stirring hits and electrifying energy of Afropop’s golden voice live on stage.
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