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Oakland Post: Week of December 25 – 31, 2024

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of December 25 - 31, 2024
Image of planned Richmond facility courtesy of Glydways. Image of planned Richmond facility courtesy of Glydways.
Bay Area3 days ago

Glydways Breaking Ground on 14-Acre Demonstration Facility at Hilltop Mall
Oakland City Council voted on a plan to balance the $130 million deficit at their last regular meeting of 2024. The plan reduces police spending by $25 million, temporarily closes two fire stations, and guts the cultural arts programs. iStock photo. Oakland City Council voted on a plan to balance the $130 million deficit at their last regular meeting of 2024. The plan reduces police spending by $25 million, temporarily closes two fire stations, and guts the cultural arts programs. iStock photo.
Alameda County3 days ago

Last City Council Meeting of the Year Ends on Sour Note with Big Budget Cuts
Oscar Carl Wright, 101, who passed away on Nov. 18, was still involved in Oakland’s educational affairs until his death. Oscar Carl Wright, 101, who passed away on Nov. 18, was still involved in Oakland’s educational affairs until his death.
Activism3 days ago

Living His Legacy: The Late Oscar Wright’s “Village” Vows to Inherit Activist’s Commitment to Education
The California Poor People’s Campaign’s Victoria King erected encampments for unhoused Oaklanders. Victoria King and her committee erected these emergency tents to symbolize the needs of unhoused Oaklanders. Photos by Post Staff. The California Poor People’s Campaign’s Victoria King erected encampments for unhoused Oaklanders. Victoria King and her committee erected these emergency tents to symbolize the needs of unhoused Oaklanders. Photos by Post Staff.
Activism3 days ago

Protesters Gather in Oakland, Other City Halls, to Halt Encampment Sweeps

National

Nikki Giovanni. Courtesy of Nikki-Giovanni.com
Activism3 days ago

OPINION: “My Girl,” The Temptations, and Nikki Giovanni

Giovanni was probably one of the most famous young African American women in the 1960s, known for her fiery poetry....
Book cover. Courtesy of Smithsonian Books. Book cover. Courtesy of Smithsonian Books.
Black History3 days ago

Book Review: In Slavery’s Wake: Making Black Freedom in the World
Ashleigh Johnson Photo: collegiatewaterpolo.org Ashleigh Johnson Photo: collegiatewaterpolo.org
Black History3 days ago

Ashleigh Johnson: Pioneering the Way in Water Polo
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Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA-12). Courtesy of Barabara Lee’s office.
Activism3 days ago

Congresswoman Barbara Lee Makes Final Remarks on House Floor
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Activism3 days ago

COMMENTARY: Will a Dictator’s Loss Change Trump’s Tune?
Author Chris Aluka. Photo courtesy of Chris Aluka.
Arts and Culture5 days ago

In ‘Affrilachia: Testimonies,’ Puts Blacks in Appalacia on the Map
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COMMENTARY

Keith Carson, John Gioia, Federal Glover, Nate Miley Left to Right Keith Carson, John Gioia, Federal Glover, Nate Miley Left to Right
Activism3 days ago

Celebrating East Bay Leaders Keith Carson and Federal Glover at Geoffrey’s Inner Circle
Damon “Shuja” Johnson at an Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services Holiday Cultural Event for the Office of Peer Support Services. Courtesy photo. Damon “Shuja” Johnson at an Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services Holiday Cultural Event for the Office of Peer Support Services. Courtesy photo.
Activism3 days ago

Through Two Programs, Shuja Helps Others Get a Second Chance at a First-Class Life
Stockton Mayor Kevin Lincoln. Photo provided by California Black Media. Stockton Mayor Kevin Lincoln. Photo provided by California Black Media.
Activism3 days ago

2024 in Review: 7 Questions for Outgoing Stockton Mayor Kevin Lincoln
Harvey Knight. Photo provided by his family. Harvey Knight. Photo provided by his family.
Bay Area3 days ago

IN MEMORIAM: Harvey Knight, 82
Rick L. Callender, Esq., President of the NAACP CA-Hawaii, addressing attendees at the state convention, October 2024. Photo by Rich Woods. Rick L. Callender, Esq., President of the NAACP CA-Hawaii, addressing attendees at the state convention, October 2024. Photo by Rich Woods.
Activism3 days ago

Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA-12). Courtesy of Barabara Lee’s office. Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA-12). Courtesy of Barabara Lee’s office.
Activism3 days ago

Congresswoman Barbara Lee Makes Final Remarks on House Floor

Oakland

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Bay Area3 days ago

Man Found Guilty After Shooting Gun into Parked Car with Sleeping Passengers
Nikki Fortunato Bas. Courtesy photo. Nikki Fortunato Bas. Courtesy photo.
Bay Area3 days ago

New Interim Mayor Nikki Bas Takes Office, Announces Balanced Budget
Photo courtesy of AC Transit. Photo courtesy of AC Transit.
Alameda County3 days ago

AC Transit Holiday Bus Offering Free Rides Since 1963
Photo courtesy of the Port of Oakland. Photo courtesy of the Port of Oakland.
Alameda County3 days ago

Electric UPS Delivery Fleet Coming to Oakland, Richmond, and SF
Min. Rauna Thurston, Chief Mpuntuhene Afua Ewusiwa I Min. Rauna Thurston, Chief Mpuntuhene Afua Ewusiwa I
Activism5 days ago

Books for Ghana
Activism7 days ago

Oakland Post: Week of December 18 – 24, 2024

Business

American Businesswomen’s Association ABWA President LaRonda "Sug" Smith with Vice President Velma Landers received the Equity Champion Award from New Community Leadership Foundation (NCLF) Executive Director Majeid Crawford at the NCLF inaugural awards ceremony, Dec. 12, 2024, in San Francisco. Photo By Carla Thomas
Activism3 days ago

New Community Leadership Foundation Inaugural Awards

NCLF Executive Director Majeid Crawford said the event was created to not only recognize individuals and organizations crucial to the...
In 1919, Alice Parker patented the design for a gas-powered central heating system, a groundbreaking invention. Image courtesy of U.S. Patent Office. In 1919, Alice Parker patented the design for a gas-powered central heating system, a groundbreaking invention. Image courtesy of U.S. Patent Office.
Black History5 days ago

Alice Parker: The Innovator Behind the Modern Gas Furnace
Khefri Riley, co-founder of Frontline Doulas. Facebook photo. Khefri Riley, co-founder of Frontline Doulas. Facebook photo.
Activism5 days ago

2024 in Review: Seven Questions for Frontline Doulas
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Photo of red lowrider by Jesus “Frisco Lens” Coba.
Activism1 week ago

JustLowRiders’ Toy Drive Revs Up Gift-Giving to Kids
L-R: BWOPA State Executive Director LaNiece Jones; State Asm. Mia Bonta; BWOPA 2024 Man of The Year/Urban League SFBA CEO Ken Maxey; BWOPA State President Hon. Dezie Woods-Jones; State Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas; Rowena Brown, Oakland Councilmember At-Large, Elect; BWOPA State Regional Director Vashone Huff. Courtesy photo.
Activism1 week ago

BWOPA Honors Black Leadership and Legacy at 2024 Ella Hill Hutch Awards Dinner
The clock tower of the Ferry Building lights up with digital art projection. Photo by Anka Lee.
Activism2 weeks ago

‘Let’s Glow SF,’ ‘Paints’ Holiday-Themed Light Shows on Landmark Buildings in Downtown San Francisco
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Entertainment

Author Chris Aluka. Photo courtesy of Chris Aluka.
Arts and Culture5 days ago

In ‘Affrilachia: Testimonies,’ Puts Blacks in Appalacia on the Map

By Terri Schlichenmeyer The Bookworm Sez An average oak tree is bigger around than two people together can reach. That...
Photo Courtesy Of Promise Marks. Photo Courtesy Of Promise Marks.
Arts and Culture1 week ago

Promise Marks Performs Songs of Etta James in One-Woman Show, “A Sunday Kind of Love” at the Black Repertory Theater in Berkeley
The clock tower of the Ferry Building lights up with digital art projection. Photo by Anka Lee. The clock tower of the Ferry Building lights up with digital art projection. Photo by Anka Lee.
Activism2 weeks ago

‘Let’s Glow SF,’ ‘Paints’ Holiday-Themed Light Shows on Landmark Buildings in Downtown San Francisco
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Activism2 weeks ago

Oakland Post: Week of December 11 – 17, 2024
Dr. Gerald Horne, left, Obi Egbuna Jr., right. Courtesy image.
Activism3 weeks ago

Black Talk Radio Network’s Recent Podcast Offers Perspective on Nov. 5 Election
Activism3 weeks ago

Oakland Post: Week of December 4 – 10, 2024
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Activism1 month ago

LIVE! — TOWN HALL ON RACISM AND ITS IMPACT — THURS. 11.14.24 5PM PST
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Unleashing Power: The GLC43 SUV with 416 HP
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