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Oakland Cancels November First Fridays Festival

Oakland Cancels November First Fridays Festival

Organizers cite a lack of funding after sponsors pulled support following violence near the free monthly street festival.

Live Poll

Do you think Oakland should do more to keep free community street festivals running?


Cultural

Cultural

Oakland Unveils 34-Foot La Catrina at Festival

Fruitvale Transit Village hosted a Día de los Muertos celebration featuring a giant La Catrina statue built in Mexico City.


Civic

Civic

Valkyries Celebrate Title in Oakland, San Francisco

The Golden State Valkyries split a victory celebration between Oakland and San Francisco on Wednesday.

Valkyries Celebrate Title in Oakland, San Francisco

Other — General

Live Poll

Would you choose to spend your own birthday attending a live concert at a local venue?

Other — General

Les Claypool Joined Billy Strings at Oakland Arena

The bassist surprised fans with a three-song appearance during the bluegrass musician's 34th birthday celebration.

Les Claypool Joined Billy Strings at Oakland Arena

Food and Drink

Live Poll

Do you generally welcome the opening of new sports-themed pubs in your local downtown area?

Food and Drink

Chef Michele McQueen Opened Five & Dime in Oakland

The new sports pub at 329 14th St. features a casual menu and free arcade gaming for local patrons.

Chef Michele McQueen Opened Five & Dime in Oakland