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Kenzie Smith, Oakland community activist and parks advocate, passed away over the weekend
Kenzi Smith, a cherished and prolific Oakland public figure and younger brother of rapper Mistah F.A.B., passed away at his home in Oakland on Saturday, July 20. Mistah F.A.B. first announced the passing of his younger brother on Instagram. “Sadden to wake up and share the news that my little brother passed yesterday,” read part of the caption.
Oakland police drop technology that promised to eliminate dangerous chases
In 2019, the Oakland Police Department rolled out a high-tech solution to dangerous high-speed police chases. Using compressed-air launchers mounted on the grilles of their cars, police officers could fire GPS tags at fleeing vehicles. Once tagged, officers could track and arrest the suspect without the need for a pursuit that puts lives in danger.
CommonSpirit Health Foundation’s Humankindness Gala Raises $1.8 Million
On May 22, nearly 400 guests attended the 9th annual Humankindness Gala hosted by CommonSpirit Health Foundation, which addresses the needs of vulnerable communities through innovative health care programs. The event bedecked San Francisco City Hall with vibrant flower arrangements, courtesy of Natasha Lisitsa of Waterlily Pond. Attendees, including CommonSpirit...
The 8th Annual Allman Betts Family Revival Announces 2024 Dates and Initial Lineups
Today, The Allman Betts Family Revival announced 2024 tour dates and initial lineup for their 8th annual celebration honoring Gregg Allman, Dickey Betts, and The Allman Brothers’ enduring music and legacy. The tour begins on November 30 in Saint Charles, IL, and concludes December 21 with a return to the historic Fillmore in San Francisco.
Huge San Jose hospital project heads to key public development review
SAN JOSE — A massive project that will add a new hospital and medical center in San Jose is now available for the public to scrutinize, an environmental review that’s a crucial step in the project’s approval. Good Samaritan Hospital has proposed a big increase in the...
Gomez: The real dangers of the Credit Card Competition Act
The Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA) poses significant risks to our local businesses, consumers and the vitality of small financial institutions in our community. While the legislation claims to promote competition, it creates conditions that unfairly disadvantage our local economy, primarily benefiting large retailers through reduced fees. The CCCA threatens popular credit card rewards programs, including cash back and travel benefits. While massive corporations would continue to grow wealthier if the bill is passed, consumers and small businesses would lose out.
Tiger Woods watches 15-year-old son Charlie shoot a 12-over 82 in US Junior Amateur at Oakland Hills
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — Charlie Woods shot a 12-over 82 on Monday in the U.S. Junior Amateur at Oakland Hills. The 15-year-old son of Tiger Woods birdied both of the par 5s on the Oakland Hills North Course and struggled on the par 3s and 4s, carding five double bogeys and four bogeys. Woods will have to have quite a turnaround Tuesday on a course known as The Monster to be among the low 64 scorers from a field that started with 264 players from 40 states and 35 countries. He earned a spot in the field last month in Coral Springs, Florida.
SF Giants Country Music Day Doubleheader this Saturday features Tyler Rich concert
Summer baseball and country-music themed celebration July 27. San Francisco, Calif.- On Saturday, July 27 the SF Giants are hosting a Country Music Day Doubleheader. This means – two (2) baseball games and one (1) private country music concert all included with your ticket purchase. Partial proceeds from every...
Jerry Miller, Moby Grape founding guitarist, has died
Jerry Miller, guitarist and founding member of ’60s San Francisco scene psych-rock greats Moby Grape, died on Sunday at age 81. No cause of death was given. Born July 10, 1943 in Tacoma, Miller began playing guitar in local groups by the late-’50s, was friends with Jimi Hendrix, and played on an early version of Bobby Fuller’s classic “I Fought the Law.” He formed The Frantics with drummer Don Stevenson and, after meeting Jerry Garcia, relocated the band to San Francisco. It was there Miller and Stevenson met bassist Bob Mosley, and with the addition of former Jefferson Airplane member Skip Spence and Peter Lewis — making this a three-guitarist group — Moby Grape were born.
Bitget Joins Forces with Upland to Debut Metaverse Headquarters with 888 Exclusive Properties
Bitget, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, and Web3 technology player has joined forces with Upland, a renowned immersive gaming platform, in an exciting collaboration. Together, they are set to unveil the utility token SPARKLET on the Ethereum network. This partnership will involve creating Bitget’s virtual headquarters in the metaverse developed by Upland. It will also offer generous token airdrops and rewards for members of the Upland and Bitget communities.
Trey Townsend wants to take advantage of opportunity at Arizona
Leaving Oakland wasn't inevitable for Trey Townsend, but once he got an extra year due to Covid, he knew that he would end his career elsewhere. "I wanted to graduate from Oakland to get my degree from there," Townsen said. "Both my parents played there and my dad played for Greg Kampe, so I always wanted to have that moment.
‘Lake Walking, Revolutionary Talking,’ a Karla Brundage choreopoem
Bay Area poet, activist and educator Karla Brundage introduces “Lake Walking, Revolutionary Talking,” a mold breaking, interactive multimedia performance set in Oakland’s beloved Lake Merritt. On Aug. 9-10, audiences can experience Brundage’s latest work at the Black Arts Movement House (BAM House) in Oakland. The work is based on the third anthology of poems generated by the Bay Area based international poetry exchange program, West Oakland to West Africa (WO2WA), Black Rootedness: 54 Poets from Africa to America, published by Elyssar Press. The new experimental performance piece centers the voices of Ghanaian, Nigerian and Oakland poets, affirming, “It’s not taboo to go back for what you left behind”.
Chocolate Bash Expands with New Franchise in San Jose, California
a premier destination for chocolate lovers, is thrilled to announce the opening of a new franchise location in San Jose, California. This marks the second location for the same franchisee, demonstrating their continued commitment to bringing the finest chocolate delights to the community. The new San Jose franchise will...
San Francisco could millions in Kroger Co. opioid settlement
(The Center Square)- The city of San Francisco will receive up to $3.4 million as part of a national settlement from Kroger Co. for the company’s alleged “improper and unlawful” dispensing of prescription opioids at its pharmacies. Kroger Co. and several states have agreed to the national settlement to resolve multiple government claims, according to documents from a July 18 Government Audit and Oversight Committee meeting. The Cincinnati-based grocery store...
California College of the Arts Debuts a Unified Campus in San Francisco's Design District
It’s one of the biggest things to happen to the California College of the Arts in its 117-year Bay Area history. The last time something this significant occurred was in 1996, when the private art school, founded in Berkeley by Frederick Meyer, rolled into a former Greyhound maintenance building in San Francisco’s burgeoning Design District, transforming the expansive, light-filled structure into the institution’s main campus in time for that year’s fall semester.
Community Rallies in Search for Missing San Francisco Man, Anthony Moniz III
The community is on high alert following the recent disappearance of Anthony Moniz III, a 28-year-old Caucasian male, who was reported missing yesterday. According to a notice on Nixle published by local authorities, Moniz was last seen at approximately 2:30 p.m. on July 21. He is described as being 5'11" tall, weighing around 160 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. Efforts to locate Moniz have been initiated, with police asking anyone with information to come forward.
Win Alanis Morissette Tickets Through The KSRO Morning News Show
Alanis Morissette is coming to the Bay Area VERY SOON!. “The Triple Moon Tour” with special guests Joan Jett & The Blackhearts AND Morgan Wade will be at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View on Wednesday, August 7th!. Tickets are on sale now through Live Nation, but thanks to...
Celebrate National Tequila Day with Clase Azul in San Francisco.
On July 24th, you need no excuse to savor the flavors of Clase Azul all over the city. While tequila’s history goes back hundreds of years, Clase Azul has spent more than the last 25 perfecting the quintessential Mexican spirit in both taste and style. Inspired by Mexico’s rich legacy and the desire to share the magic of Mexico with the world, today the brand boasts five tequilas in its portfolio of icons—plenty of reason to celebrate.
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