Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Downtown Oakland's The Kon-Tiki will close on Dec.
22, and Berkeley's DogHaus is temporarily shuttered.
🚨 Crime
An East Bay woman has filed a lawsuit against five Bay Area motels, alleging they knowingly facilitated her sex trafficking from 2012 to 2017.
A man was fatally shot near Bella Vista Elementary School in Oakland, marking the city's 78th homicide of the year.
🎓 Education
Kristal Raheem, an Oakland Voices Community Journalism Academy alumna, has become the Development Manager at YouthBeat, aiming to empower Oakland youth through digital media arts and literacy.
The Oakland Unified School District postponed a decision on school consolidations amid a significant budget deficit, despite vocal community opposition to the closures.
The Oakland Unified school board unexpectedly chose not to vote on a proposal to merge 10 schools, leaving the community feeling uncertain and seeking clarity.
🏛️ Government
Alameda County has divested $32 million from Caterpillar due to its role in Israel's military activities, marking a significant stance on ethical investment and human rights.
🎉 Oakland Events
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Rose Owens Presents Children's Christmas Stories
Rose the Storylady will share interactive Christmas stories for young listeners and their families at the Temple Hill Visitors' Center.
Community Christian Church Sunday Worship
This event invites attendees to receive spiritual teachings and connect with the Christian community.
Christmas Story Event at Temple Hill
This event will share the true story of Christmas through scripture and music, featuring both traditional and contemporary performances by missionaries.
Portugal/Madeira and Azores Research Discussion
This in-person session focuses on genealogical research related to Portugal, Madeira, and the Azores, facilitated by an experienced volunteer.
Christmas Performance by Mother-Daughter Duo Amy & Sydney Strong
Amy & Sydney Strong will perform a heartwarming Christmas concert featuring music that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ at Temple Hill.
Con Funk Shun Holiday Concert
The Bay Area's beloved funk band, Con Funk Shun, will perform their classic hits and new holiday tunes in a lively show featuring choreography and vocal harmonies.
Christmas Celebration in Polynesian Style
Experience a unique showcase of Christmas traditions from the South Pacific Islands through live music and cultural dance performances.
Sunday Worship Service
A worship service at Community Christian Church, offering attendees a chance to receive spiritual guidance.
Christmas Concert with Floyd and Libbie: An Evening of Acoustic Harmonies
Floyd and Libbie Killen will perform an acoustic Christmas music concert featuring clean vocal harmonies and guitar accompaniment at the Temple Hill Visitors' Center.
Tell Me the Story of Christmas
A Christmas Eve event at Temple Hill's Visitors' Center featuring storytelling and holiday spirit.
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