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Saturday, October 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Ray Woodfork, a life-sentenced inmate, participates in a new program by the Golden State Warriors and California State Prison Solano teaching inmates to become basketball coaches, emphasizing leadership and personal growth.  San Francisco Chronicle
  • A new development project has begun in Oakland's Chinatown, aiming to construct 100 affordable housing units by summer 2026.  KTVU
  • A groundbreaking ceremony for a 97-unit affordable housing project for seniors, including 44 units for formerly homeless, took place at Lake Merritt BART, aimed at addressing historical community displacements.  The Oaklandside

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A four-alarm fire in the Oakland Hills has led to evacuations and affected multiple structures, with more than 80 firefighters responding.  The Oaklandside
  • Sixty firefighters are battling a three-alarm fire in Oakland, affecting four structures near I-580 and Keller Avenue.  KTVU

CRIME NEWS

  • A former deputy from Alameda County has been placed on California's decertification list, preventing her from working in law enforcement, following her conviction for orchestrating an attack on an inmate.  KTVU
  • Two Oakland police officers were charged by the Alameda County DA for DUI while on patrol last year, marking a concerning incident within OPD.  The Oaklandside

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Oakland Unified School District faces a projected $95 million deficit for 2025, continuing a long history of financial struggles and mismanagement dating back over two decades.  ABC7

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Temple Hill Symphony Orchestra Presents 'Regards to Broadway!'

    Experience the vibrant sounds of classic Broadway in a delightful fall concert by the Temple Hill Symphony Orchestra.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • FamilySearch Skills Workshop: Viewing Memories and Enhancing Family History

    Learn how to view, upload, and tag photos and documents to enrich your family history in this interactive workshop.

    Tue, 10/22/24

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  • DNA Special Interest Group Meeting

    Bring your DNA results to learn and discuss genealogy insights with experienced facilitators at this in-person session.

    Wed, 10/23/24

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  • Learn About the Periodical Source Index (PERSI) for Genealogy Research

    Learn how to effectively use the Periodical Source Index (PERSI), a valuable resource for genealogical and local history research, from experienced genealogist Jan Brandt.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • Experience Oakland Style: A Celebration of Culture and Creativity

    Experience a vibrant showcase of culinary delights, artistic expressions, and fashion at the Oakland Style event, featuring performances, shopping, and more.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • Ana Gabriel Concert

    Experience the captivating performance of Ana Gabriel, a celebrated Mexican singer and songwriter, at the Oakland Coliseum.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Tracy Cruz Live at CoCo Noir

    Experience an evening of live music with Tracy Cruz at the cozy CoCo Noir Wine Shop & Bar in Oakland.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • Learn Merging Techniques for FamilySearch Ancestors

    Learn how to identify and merge duplicate ancestors in the FamilySearch collaborative family tree, ensuring the accuracy of your family history.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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  • Word on Wednesday Service

    Experience a weekly gathering for the Word of God, available in person or through online platforms.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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  • Build Your Story Workshop: Combining Text and Images

    Experience a collaborative workshop designed to enhance storytelling skills through the combination of text and images with guidance from experts.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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