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Friday, November 1st, 2024
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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Oakland's Lake Merritt Lodge homeless shelter will now relocate to a new apartment building on MLK Way after plans for moving to the Jack London Inn fell through due to stalled negotiations. The Oaklandside
- ➤ For the first time, Cambodian and Burmese American residents in Oakland, previously refugees, engage in the voting process through a registration workshop provided by civil rights organizations. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ The Unity Council plans to transform the site of Oakland's 2016 Ghost Ship fire into a 58-unit affordable housing complex, aiming to serve residents earning up to 80% of the AMI. San Francisco Chronicle
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An East Bay family experienced a distressing incident when a man in underwear attempted to enter their car on Interstate 880 in Oakland, captured on dashcam. KTVU
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ YR Media in Oakland has paused operations due to financial issues, not paying employees since Sept. 27, and advises staff to apply for unemployment. The Oaklandside
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Oakland Unified School District faces a projected $79 million budget shortfall, leading to considerations of school closures and other significant budget cuts. KTVU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oakland receives a $2 million grant to support its Gun Violence Prevention efforts as homicides and shootings show a significant decrease. The Oaklandside
- ➤ Black and South Asian women in the Bay Area express a range of emotions regarding Kamala Harris's candidacy, highlighting both pride in her representation and concerns over certain political issues. San Francisco Chronicle
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Oakland-based Bay Area Phoenix, composed of players balancing careers and basketball, competes in the final four of the Women’s Basketball League Americas tournament in Colombia, aiming to win the championship. The Oaklandside
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Experience Qveen Herby Live at Fox Theater
Experience an empowering performance by Qveen Herby, a talented independent rapper and songwriter known for her unique blend of R&B and rap, as she inspires self-discovery through her music.
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Oakland Día de Los Muertos Festival
Celebrate the vibrant Mexican traditions of Día de los Muertos with family-friendly activities, live music, and beautiful altars in Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood.
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SEVENTEEN World Tour: Right Here in Oakland
Experience an electrifying live concert by SEVENTEEN at the Oakland Arena as part of their U.S. world tour.
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Inhaler Live at Fox Theater
Experience the energetic performance of the acclaimed Irish rock band Inhaler, known for their chart-topping albums and international success, in a vibrant live concert setting.
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THE THE Ensouled World Tour
Experience an unforgettable evening with THE THE during their Ensouled World Tour at the Fox Theater.
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DB.Boutabag Live with Kflex
Experience an exciting live performance by DB.Boutabag alongside Kflex at The New Parish in Oakland.
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Cervical Revolution: Integrated Treatment Approaches
Learn about integrated methods for treating cervical pathomechanics at this educational medical event.
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The Alaya Project: A Fusion of Carnatic and Contemporary Jazz
Experience the innovative blend of Carnatic music and contemporary jazz with The Alaya Project featuring Roopa Mahadevan and a talented ensemble of musicians.
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Caribou Live at Fox Theater
Experience a live performance by Canadian composer and musician Daniel Victor Snaith, known for his innovative music under the names Caribou, Manitoba, and Daphni.
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Dayglow Live in Concert
Experience a vibrant concert featuring indie pop innovator Dayglow, known for his catchy hits and energetic performances.
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