Good Day
Oakland
Saturday, December 27th, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bay Area arts pulse in 2026 with Oakland native Daveed Diggs set to perform with Clipping at Noise Pop Festival Feb. 19–Mar. 1 and Ariana Grande scheduled for Oakland Arena on June 6 and again June 9–10, while local galleries and theaters announce exciting new shows. San Francisco Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A recent exploration of the Oakland estuary found that abandoned boats, hazardous chemicals and trash continue to threaten water quality. Local nonprofit groups and a $3 million grant aim to address pollution, but enforcement delays keep cleanup plans from moving forward. The Oaklandside
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Rob Bonta advised nonprofits not receiving donation payments from Oakland's Flipcause to download all records and file a complaint with his office + another AG on Dec. 23. Flipcause filed for bankruptcy on Dec. 19 and owes over $29M to over 3,000 charities. Oakland Voices
- ➤ A new California law mandates that tortillas sold in stores include folic acid starting Jan. 1 to help reduce birth defects among Latina mothers; restaurants and small markets making masa goods are exempt (a measure aimed at closing a key health gap). San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ A new law mandates that large group health insurers cover fertility preservation and in vitro fertilization services starting Jan. 1, benefiting about 9 million Californians. The law also redefines infertility to include same-sex couples and single people. KTVU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Golden State Warriors face rotation challenges after a win streak as their guard-heavy lineup leaves them with a size disadvantage. Coach Steve Kerr said he is focused on keeping veteran Draymond Green & reviewing trade options for balance as the team continues its road trip. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ The Golden State Warriors won 126-116 against Dallas on Christmas Day matinee, extending their winning streak to three games as Stephen Curry scored 23 points and Al Horford returned with 14 off the bench. 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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The worst enemy to creativity is self-doubt.
~ Sylvia Plath
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