Coliseum
Coverage of Coliseum in the Nexus archive.
- ‘If the Oakland Roots can’t play, they can’t pay’
The Oakland Roots defaulted on payments to the Coliseum earlier this month, causing uncertainty about future games despite their ability to play Saturday. The team's financial struggles are highlighted by the statement 'If the Oakland Roots can’t play, they can’t pay.'
- Man dies after being pinned under Oakland dump truck
A 45-year-old man died after being struck and pinned beneath a dump truck in Oakland. The Oakland Police Department is investigating the incident, which occurred near High Street and Coliseum. Alcohol and speed are not believed to be factors in the crash.
- Oakland mayor ripped over $60M sweetheart stadium deal — as crumbling ex-Raiders home loses final team
Oakland lawmakers approved a deal to sell the city's stake in the Coliseum despite the buyer missing a key payment deadline. Newly obtained documents revealed a competing bid from the Oakland Arena's longtime operator. The deal involves a $60M transaction as the stadium, which was the former home of the Raiders, continues to deteriorate.
- Lucrative Oakland Arena becomes key component of larger Coliseum deal
The Oakland Arena is becoming a key part of a larger Coliseum deal, allowing the Coliseum’s buyer to sell the Arena to a third party under an updated agreement. Oakland would receive a share of future ticket sales as part of the arrangement.