Good Day
Oakland
Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, Oakland embraced community highlights as Loard’s Ice Cream reopened its historic Dimond District shop, the Oakland Ballers won a record-breaking championship, and Samuel Merritt University’s new downtown campus prepared to open in January & boost local education. These events brought renewed pride and opportunity to the city. The Oaklandside
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Starting in January, Lunatrain will offer private charter service on Amtrak trains from Oakland to Los Angeles and Emeryville to Denver. The service includes two renovated cars with dining, sleeping, and panoramic views (first Oakland trip leaves Jan. 15 at 9 a.m. for $10,000 for six). San Francisco Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Golden State Valkyries face an uncertain start as labor disputes and a short offseason threaten their upcoming WNBA season, and the team plans key roster moves to counter free agency changes from Toronto and Portland — leaving fans eager for a competitive season. San Francisco Chronicle
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General Business Networking Event
6-8 p.m. — Sobre Mesa — Limited tickets — Connect with professionals across diverse industries at this multi-vertical networking opportunity.
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Ranzel Merritt Live Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the fusion of hip hop, jazz, and funk with Ranzel Merritt's innovative sound.
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January Breakaway Blues
7-11:30 p.m. — Lake Merritt Dance at Veterans Memorial Building — $15 entry or $20 for dance + classes — Enjoy a fun evening of blues dancing with lessons and DJ'd music.
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Tower Of Power Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience 55 years of legendary funk and soul with Tower of Power.
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Knitting with Friends
12-2 p.m. — im Moment Kaffee — Free entry — Connect with fellow yarn enthusiasts in a warm, supportive community for all knitting levels.
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