Oakland.
city and county seat of Alameda County, California, United States
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 513
What's happening
Active this week
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Councilor seeks to develop downtown and First Park in Oakland.Some support1 report
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Mayor Lee announced a grant for Oakland programs while Donald Trump backed a coal terminal in Oakland.Some support1 report
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Mayor Barbara Lee held a community conversation in Oakland, and Ralph Peterson works at Oakland's MacArthur GI.Some support1 report
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Mayor announces grant for homelessness pilot program in Oakland while Ghana incorporates reparations presentment into its official record.Some support1 report
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Juan Acosta's friends founded a nonprofit organization in Oakland.Some support1 report
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Bay Area cities are spared from a ban and are tracking campaign spending nationwide.Some support2 reports
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San Jose's pause strategy differs from that of Oakland and San Francisco.Some support1 report
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Oakland adopted similar sugary beverage taxes on October 16, 2026.Some support1 report
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AC Transit services connect the cities of Berkeley, Oakland, and Alameda.Some support1 report
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WalletHub ranked Fremont, Oakland, and San Jose highly in a recent study.Some support1 report
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Sheng Thao, former mayor of Oakland, and David are both accused of political bribery.Well supported5 reports
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Avolta is involved in airport concessions in Oakland.Some support1 report
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Denver's decriminalization efforts inspired similar initiatives in Oakland.Some support1 report
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Henry Wallace and Bobby Seale founded the Black Panther Party in Oakland and organized community programs.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Martinez produced festivals in Oakland where he worked with Carlos Santana.Some support1 report
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NWS issued coastal flood advisories and forecasted temperature changes for Oakland, Monterey, and San Jose.Some support1 report
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Appellate court in Oakland handled legal cases on October 13, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Mayor Lee funded a pilot program for public space cleanup in Oakland, while Steve Orens advised on planning local travel experiences.Some support2 reports
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Oakland Mayor announces a grant for homelessness and a pilot program delivers financial relief to entrepreneurs.Some support1 report
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Mayor Lee announced a $1M grant to address homelessness in Oakland.Some support1 report
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Emily McDonnell received a lifetime achievement award at the Palace Hotel in Oakland, featuring a wine auction and Philip Claypool's performance.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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K-pop artist Ningning traveled from Seoul to Oakland as part of her tour.Some support1 report
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News of the day: Newsom and Jesse Arreguín support new housing legislation, following Newsom's visit to the Bay Area.Well supported7 reports4 developments inside
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A Modesto resident and other individuals were involved in various activities in the Oakland area on October 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Environmental Working Group commented on a new solar law in Oakland.Some support1 report
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A company serves customers in both Oakland and San Jose.Some support2 reports
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Flash flooding caused by El Niño-related storms led to the closure of the Oakland Zoo and flooding near Lake Merritt.Some support1 report
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A hospital is located in Oakland, involving Nicholas Holmes.Some support1 report
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Oakland relies on water sourced from the Mokelumne River.Some support1 report
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Mayor Barbara Lee delivered a State of the City address addressing public safety issues in Oakland.Some support2 reports
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The Riders scandal necessitated wholesale departmental reforms within the Oakland Police Department.Well supported3 reports
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Phil Tagami proposed building an export terminal in Oakland.Some support2 reports
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A concert was held in Mountain View, CA, on October 5, 2026. This event marked the beginning of DIXSON's career in Downtown Oakland, opening for Kehlani's tour.Some support1 report
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In Oakland, Mayor Barbara Lee has appointed a chief to lead a city department.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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Judy Ennis grew up between Santa Cruz and Los Gatos, is a resident and advocate in Davis, and began her career teaching in Oakland.Some support1 report
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Oakland, Larkspur, and San Francisco are involved in discussions regarding the potential implementation of a vacant property tax, drawing lessons from past tax experiences and successful models.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Boulder cites successful vacancy tax models from Berkeley, Vancouver, and Oakland.Some support1 report
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Barbara Lee is a candidate in the Oakland Mayor's Race.Some support5 reports
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Indictments have been filed regarding fraudulent pilot certification schemes, compounded by underfunding issues affecting the FAA.Some support2 reports
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California Waste Solutions is increasing sorting capacity in San Jose and Oakland, and Barbara Lee rolled out Aerbits with Brian Johnson.Some support1 report
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City officials are cleaning the Oakland Estuary.Some support1 report
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PG&E Corporation's service area includes Oakland, and Mitch Smith is the PG&E Damage Prevention Director.Some support2 reports
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The Oakland Police Department is responding to threats and shootings in the city.Some support2 reports
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Local projects aim to foster small business growth in Oakland, while a coalition forms to oppose military shipments through the city.Some support1 report
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Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory used its building in Oakland for supercomputer operations on August 13, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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While the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory was using its building in Oakland for supercomputer operations, Governor Newsom has taken action at the state level regarding the facility.Some support2 reports
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Port operations are based in the city of Oakland.Well supported6 reports3 developments inside
One to three months ago
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Oakland City Council approved a tentative contract agreement.Some support1 report
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Don Parker served as a board member in Oakland, with the center overlooking Lake Merritt.Some support1 report
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A property is situated in the city of Oakland.Some support1 report
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Oakland and Synergy are currently being compared for potential investment opportunities.Some support1 report
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Elaine Brown founded Oakland & the World Enterprises, which is associated with an affordable housing complex located in West Oakland.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Police actions concerning a complex named after a group led by Elaine Brown in Oakland resulted in a federal civil lawsuit.Some support1 report
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Chris Wright opposes a coal terminal project on a former base, responding to administration views on coal.Some support1 report
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Eli’s Mile High Club in Oakland announced its closure via Instagram, citing impacts from city zoning decisions.Some support3 reports
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Aerbits company utilizes AI drones in Oakland for proactive trash detection.Some support1 report
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Walton has been named to lead the Oakland Port Commission.Some support1 report
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Maria BC is creating and recording music in Oakland near Middle Harbor Shoreline Park.Some support1 report
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The Oakland Chamber of Commerce is engaged in lobbying efforts concerning local policy outcomes in the city.Some support1 report
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A college student lost their legal immigration status while in Ohio/Oakland.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Oakland
Events traced to Oakland, step by step, newest firstAround Oakland this week
News at the entities that move Oakland most-
Sheng Thao StructuralSheng Thao, former Mayor of Oakland, attended a trade delegation in Vietnam and created a fake job for Andre Jones.Moves Oakland
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city council StructuralMill Valley's city council, influenced by Vice Mayor Joachim, suspended a contract with Flock Safety due to privacy concerns.Moves Oakland
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Gavin Newsom StructuralPPIC surveys measure Gavin Newsom's approval rating, with Jack Citrin analyzing his performance amid Democratic nomination race.Moves Oakland
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National Weather Service OperationalHeavy storm system warnings issued for Southern California, while El Niño increases tornado risk in Arizona.Moves Oakland
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Brown StructuralFox News surveys indicate Amy Acton is leading Republican nominees, while voters prefer Brown against Trump allies.Moves Oakland
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Alameda County StructuralThe county superintendent helped end receivership for the Oakland Unified School District in Alameda County.Moves Oakland
Connections
The 40 strongest of 513, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Alameda County Structural
Oakland is a city located within Alameda County and serves as its official county seat.
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Sheng Thao Structural
Sheng Thao formally served as the Mayor of Oakland.
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Oakland Police Department Structural
The city government employs and provides jurisdiction and funding for the police department, which operates within its limits to serve the city's residents.
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city council Structural
The City Council structurally governs Oakland by controlling its budget and directing public policy and funding.
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Barbara Lee Structural
Barbara Lee holds the formal role of Mayor, governing the city of Oakland.
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Gavin Newsom Structural
Newsom utilizes his state executive authority to regulate and intervene in Oakland's governance and local issues.
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Lee Operational
Mayor Lee implements public policy and allocates grants for programs within the jurisdiction of Oakland.
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National Weather Service Operational
The National Weather Service issues advisories and forecasts that directly influence the operational readiness and safety of Oakland.
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Brown Structural
Lisa Brown holds the official capacity of Oakland County Clerk.
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Kevin Jenkins Structural
Kevin Jenkins serves as a City Councilmember for Oakland.
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Ken Houston Structural
Ken Houston holds the formal position of Oakland City Councilmember, defining his function within the city's governance structure.
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Tesla Operational
Tesla is establishing a data center presence in Oakland via a signed lease agreement.
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Port of Oakland Structural
The Port of Oakland operates as a governmental agency physically located within and functionally dependent on the jurisdiction of Oakland.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump's policies and administration actions have directly influenced local projects and political policies in Oakland.
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Mokelumne River Structural
Oakland relies on the Mokelumne River for its water supply.
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Costco Shared context
Costco is establishing a retail presence in Oakland, which is expected to generate local tax revenue and jobs.
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Las Vegas Operational
The NFL team base shifted from Oakland to Las Vegas following a competitive vote.
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Frontier Airlines Operational
Frontier Airlines actively provides flight services to Oakland, generating economic activity and opportunity in the city.
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Cesar Chavez Park Transactional
A suspect fled from a break-in location in Oakland to the park.
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Utah Transactional
Coal is shipped from Utah to Oakland as part of a supply chain flow.
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San Jose Operational
The two cities actively compete in labor and retail markets while sharing similar regional economic and policy challenges.
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Vietnam Operational
Oakland's sphere of influence is actively engaged in corporate operations and infrastructure expansion within Vietnam.
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Wang Structural
Wang serves as a Councilmember within the municipal government of Oakland.
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Courtney Smith Operational
Courtney Smith is currently conducting business operations within the market context of Oakland.
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FBI Operational
The FBI actively conducts investigations and raids within the city of Oakland.
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Berkeley Operational
The cities actively interact through shared regulatory environments, policy adoption, and coordinated opposition to local projects.
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Stockton Operational
Oakland and Stockton are functionally coupled as part of a heavy-duty logistics corridor.
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First Park Structural
Oakland's city council is involved in planning the development of First Park.
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California Energy Commission Structural
The California Energy Commission regulates local businesses and sets standards impacting the market in Oakland.
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Venezuela Operational
Oakland serves as a critical logistical hub for collecting and dispatching humanitarian aid destined for victims in Venezuela.
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Daniel Lurie Structural
Mayor Lurie exercises official duties and represents the governance of Oakland.
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Oakland Unified School District Structural
The city provides operational support and context for the school district's functions, including cleanup assistance.
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Lozano Operational
The two entities are functionally linked through a specialization in the East Bay rental market.
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Los Angeles Operational
Los Angeles relies on Oakland for essential operational inputs, including cargo and ship fuel needs.
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Michael Hunt Operational
Michael Hunt is currently employed by the Oakland Fire department, which operates within the city limits.
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Turkey Hill Structural
Turkey Hill is functionally based in the Oakland area, relying on its infrastructure and market context.
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Kaiser Permanente Structural
A functional partnership exists where a facility in Oakland supports the operational needs of Kaiser Permanente.
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Walton Structural
Walton holds a leadership position within the Oakland Port Commission, formally linking the company to the city's governance structure.
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Memphis Operational
The two cities are compared in a competitive context regarding their respective crime rates.
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supreme court Structural
Supreme Court rulings directly affect local tax passage and governance within Oakland.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
30 events- Councilor seeks to develop downtown and First Park in Oakland.
- Mayor Lee announced a grant for Oakland programs while Donald Trump backed a coal terminal in Oakland.
- Mayor Barbara Lee held a community conversation in Oakland, and Ralph Peterson works at Oakland's MacArthur GI.
- Mayor announces grant for homelessness pilot program in Oakland while Ghana incorporates reparations presentment into its official record.
- Juan Acosta's friends founded a nonprofit organization in Oakland.
- Bay Area cities are spared from a ban and are tracking campaign spending nationwide.
- San Jose's pause strategy differs from that of Oakland and San Francisco.
- Oakland adopted similar sugary beverage taxes on October 16, 2026.
- AC Transit services connect the cities of Berkeley, Oakland, and Alameda.
- WalletHub ranked Fremont, Oakland, and San Jose highly in a recent study.
- Avolta is involved in airport concessions in Oakland.
- Denver's decriminalization efforts inspired similar initiatives in Oakland.
- Henry Wallace and Bobby Seale founded the Black Panther Party in Oakland and organized community programs.
- Martinez produced festivals in Oakland where he worked with Carlos Santana.
- NWS issued coastal flood advisories and forecasted temperature changes for Oakland, Monterey, and San Jose.
- Appellate court in Oakland handled legal cases on October 13, 2026.
- Mayor Lee funded a pilot program for public space cleanup in Oakland, while Steve Orens advised on planning local travel experiences.
- Oakland Mayor announces a grant for homelessness and a pilot program delivers financial relief to entrepreneurs.
- Mayor Lee announced a $1M grant to address homelessness in Oakland.
- Emily McDonnell received a lifetime achievement award at the Palace Hotel in Oakland, featuring a wine auction and Philip Claypool's performance.
- K-pop artist Ningning traveled from Seoul to Oakland as part of her tour.
- A Modesto resident and other individuals were involved in various activities in the Oakland area on October 1, 2026.
- Environmental Working Group commented on a new solar law in Oakland.
- A company serves customers in both Oakland and San Jose.
- Flash flooding caused by El Niño-related storms led to the closure of the Oakland Zoo and flooding near Lake Merritt.
- A hospital is located in Oakland, involving Nicholas Holmes.
- Oakland relies on water sourced from the Mokelumne River.
- Mayor Barbara Lee delivered a State of the City address addressing public safety issues in Oakland.
- A concert was held in Mountain View, CA, on October 5, 2026. This event marked the beginning of DIXSON's career in Downtown Oakland, opening for Kehlani's tour.
- Judy Ennis grew up between Santa Cruz and Los Gatos, is a resident and advocate in Davis, and began her career teaching in Oakland.
September 2026
19 events- Boulder cites successful vacancy tax models from Berkeley, Vancouver, and Oakland.
- Barbara Lee is a candidate in the Oakland Mayor's Race.
- Indictments have been filed regarding fraudulent pilot certification schemes, compounded by underfunding issues affecting the FAA.
- California Waste Solutions is increasing sorting capacity in San Jose and Oakland, and Barbara Lee rolled out Aerbits with Brian Johnson.
- City officials are cleaning the Oakland Estuary.
- Local projects aim to foster small business growth in Oakland, while a coalition forms to oppose military shipments through the city.
- While the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory was using its building in Oakland for supercomputer operations, Governor Newsom has taken action at the state level regarding the facility.
- Oakland City Council approved a tentative contract agreement.
- Don Parker served as a board member in Oakland, with the center overlooking Lake Merritt.
- A property is situated in the city of Oakland.
- Oakland and Synergy are currently being compared for potential investment opportunities.
- Police actions concerning a complex named after a group led by Elaine Brown in Oakland resulted in a federal civil lawsuit.
- Chris Wright opposes a coal terminal project on a former base, responding to administration views on coal.
- Eli’s Mile High Club in Oakland announced its closure via Instagram, citing impacts from city zoning decisions.
- Aerbits company utilizes AI drones in Oakland for proactive trash detection.
- Walton has been named to lead the Oakland Port Commission.
- Maria BC is creating and recording music in Oakland near Middle Harbor Shoreline Park.
- The Oakland Chamber of Commerce is engaged in lobbying efforts concerning local policy outcomes in the city.
- A college student lost their legal immigration status while in Ohio/Oakland.
August 2026
3 eventsShow 2 earlier months
July 2026
4 events- News of the day: Newsom and Jesse Arreguín support new housing legislation, following Newsom's visit to the Bay Area.
- In Oakland, Mayor Barbara Lee has appointed a chief to lead a city department.
- Oakland, Larkspur, and San Francisco are involved in discussions regarding the potential implementation of a vacant property tax, drawing lessons from past tax experiences and successful models.
- Port operations are based in the city of Oakland.
June 2026
4 events- The Riders scandal necessitated wholesale departmental reforms within the Oakland Police Department.
- Phil Tagami proposed building an export terminal in Oakland.
- PG&E Corporation's service area includes Oakland, and Mitch Smith is the PG&E Damage Prevention Director.
- Elaine Brown founded Oakland & the World Enterprises, which is associated with an affordable housing complex located in West Oakland.