The Oaklandside

A $30 minimum wage initiative will not appear on the November ballot in Alameda County after local leaders requested further study. Organizers remain committed and have filed a separate proposal to establish a $30 minimum wage in Oakland.

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is seeking public input on infrastructure work plans for East Oakland, Downtown, and other areas along Grand and Fruitvale avenues.

Oakland residents at National Night Out noted improved safety but had differing views on surveillance, with events in the hills and West Oakland highlighting falling crime rates and community connections.

Little Hill Lounge, an iconic, decades-old East Bay music venue in El Cerrito, is up for sale. The owners cited debt and rising costs as reasons for listing, prompting concerns among musicians and longtime patrons about its future.

A barber school attempted to expand in East Oakland but faced foreclosure and lawsuits. The Brothers and Sisters Barber Cosmo Academy and the Mann family are involved in court disputes, with a building now locked up.

California families will not owe taxes on money in Trump Accounts for babies and kids due to a law change. Families in two Berkeley zip codes may be eligible for $250 from Dell.

Oakland artist Leandro Oliveira Xavier, a member of SambaFunk, was detained by ICE for 8 months and faces a challenging legal case. Friends and family are advocating for his release through the 'Free Leo, Free Them All' campaign.

Two Vietnamese broken rice restaurants are opening in the Bay Area, including the popular Broken Dreams. The new establishments are part of a list of recent openings in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and surrounding areas.

A homeless advocate has sued Oakland police for refusing to release records related to a fatal July 13 shooting in Fruitvale. The police department states that the case remains under investigation.

ICE used Eastmont Mall parking lot to transfer a detainee, according to advocates. An immigrant rights group claims the person was taken to the Oakland shopping center before being transported to ICE’s San Francisco processing center.

Oakland's July openings feature new cafes, Japanese restaurants, and two restaurant relocations. Notable additions include Shibam Coffee, Mazar Cafe, Istumo, Twin Flame, Enssaro, and Sweet Fingers.

Alameda County's June election was described as 'smooth' by the new registrar. The upcoming Nov. 3 general election will include races for Oakland's mayor, three council seats, and three school board seats.

Sheng Thao’s corruption trial features testimony from powerful individuals, bureaucrats, business owners, police officers, and alleged co-conspirators. The trial involves multiple witnesses representing diverse professional backgrounds.

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.'

Oakland has identified its most dangerous crosswalks, with 112 injuries and 9 deaths reported over the past decade. The city has proposed quick-build initiatives to enhance pedestrian safety but requires funding to implement the changes.

Pucquio has abruptly closed, and two previously shuttered Oakland restaurant spaces are being revived. The article also mentions a running list of recent restaurant closures in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and other areas.

National Night Out returns to Oakland with 175 block parties. City leaders, firefighters, and police will visit neighborhoods to meet residents and share public safety and emergency preparedness resources.

Former Bobby G’s employees and contractors reported a pattern of missed payments and poor communication. The downtown Berkeley pizza place closed after its owners were sued in March.

A judge ordered the bond release of Chantal Morales Rojas, an Oakland woman detained by ICE at Denver airport before boarding a flight home. Her attorney stated the arrest was improper.

Bay Area immigrants warn noncitizens to avoid air travel following ICE arrests. Over a dozen travelers have been detained recently, prompting immigration lawyers to caution visa holders, asylum seekers, and noncitizens about flight risks.