Good morning, Oakland.

Local restaurant owners in Oakland are offering free meals for children and discounts for families who use SNAP as the government shutdown continues.

With CalFresh benefits set to be cut on Nov. 1, more eateries are planning future initiatives—helping neighbors with food during this challenging time.

More than 1,000 artifacts including Native American baskets, jewelry, and historic objects were stolen from the museum’s off-site storage facility on Oct.

15 when unknown individuals broke in—prompting a joint investigation by city police, the FBI Art Crime Team, and museum officials.

On his 89th birthday, Oakland honored Bobby Seale by renaming the intersection of 57th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Way in North Oakland, with speeches by Mayor Barbara Lee, Councilmember Zac Unger & Congresswoman Lateefah Simon.

Oakland filmmaker Jasmene Miranda shared photos of the dedication, which featured live performances that celebrated Seale's legacy.

Bay Area communities continue to honor Día de los Muertos amid recent immigration enforcement concerns by keeping traditions alive with offerings like pan de muerto and altars to remember loved ones.

Oakland will host the Fruitvale 30th anniversary festival on Sunday, Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — other nearby cities plan events with live music, dance and family activities.

Puerto Rican Street Cuisine opened this summer on 23rd Ave in Oakland — Chef Eric Rivera serves classic Puerto Rican dishes such as canoa and stewed pink beans that honor his family traditions.

The restaurant also acts as a community hub with cooking classes and programs that offer free meals for kids.

Oakland’s Shoong Family Chinese Cultural Center is working to preserve Cantonese as enrollment grows among Chinese families and other local residents amid tight finances and teacher shortages.

Local colleges plan to reopen a bilingual teacher training course in spring—an effort aimed at boosting Cantonese education in the Bay Area.

Park Day School in Oakland teaches kids to think in new ways so they can be ready for a changing world.

The school holds open houses on Nov. 8 + Dec. 6 and Jan. 11 at 360 42nd St. for families.

An international climate report with input from a local scientist found that 22 of Earth’s 34 vital signs—such as greenhouse gas levels and ice mass—are in critical condition, and researchers say swift measures like cutting fossil fuel use and protecting ecosystems are needed to slow further warming.

Over the past four years, Oakland has had more than 200 annual overdose deaths while San Francisco has reported a higher rate, particularly among Black residents—both cities are expanding immediate addiction treatment and outreach programs to curb the crisis.

Local health experts note that differences in drug supply and preferences may also explain the disparities in fatal overdoses.

Berkeley welcomed a new Thai restaurant last week when Praaw Thai Eatery began its soft opening, serving dishes like grilled pumpkin curry, pad Thai with tiger prawns, and crispy Thai flower cookies — a name that lives up to its meaning of sparkling.

In Oakland, Sideshow Kitchen opened a spinoff called Sideshow Express on San Pablo Ave that now offers familiar loaded burgers, garlic parm wings, and breakfast options.

The Golden State Warriors pulled away in the second half for a 98-79 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night—Jimmy Butler led the team—using strong defense to seal the victory.

Luna Mexicana Celebration

2:30-4 p.m. — Paramount Theatre Oakland — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with vibrant dance, music, and community spirit.

Milonga Rubia Dance Event

7-11 p.m. — Just Dance Ballroom — $20 entry — Enjoy an evening of Argentine tango with a different DJ each time in a welcoming atmosphere.

Life Drawing Session at Faultline Gallery

12-3 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Experience the creative challenge of capturing the human form in a supportive environment.

Leisure - Welcome to the Mood Tour

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Fox Theater — Win tickets — Enjoy a night with electronic music from New Zealand's Leisure.

Jagged Edge Cuffing Season Tour

7:30-9 p.m. — Calvin Simmons Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Relive your youth with 90s R&B legends Jagged Edge and special guests Eric Bellinger and Lloyd this cuffing season.

Life Drawing Session at Faultline Gallery

6-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online / $25 at the door — Practice your drawing skills from a live model in a creative atmosphere.

Free Your Mind: An Evening for Youth ALIVE!

7-10 p.m. — Chabot Space & Science Center — $65 General Admission, $100 VIP — Immerse in creativity and community while supporting Youth ALIVE!'s impact in Oakland.

Berkeley Youth Orchestra Fall Concert

10:30 a.m. — Temple Hill Auditorium — Free entry — Experience a delightful range of orchestrated music performed by talented youth musicians.

Reminisce Sundays Old School Day Party

4-8 p.m. — Elbo Room Jack London — Free entry — Celebrate the nostalgia with hits from the 70's, 80's, and 90's while enjoying great vibes and games.

Life Drawing Session at Faultline Gallery

6-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online / $25 at the door — Engage in an open life drawing session with a live model in a creative atmosphere.