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The City of Oakland adopted Objective Design Standards (ODS) as of October 2, 2024 to streamline the review of housing projects, which will help to increase housing density and promote affordability and access throughout Oakland.

Eastmont Mall Memories Exhibit

Día de los Muertos: Community Altar Altar/ Comunitario | Events | Oakland Public Library

Black Panther Party Free Huey Rally Photo Exhibit event

The Oakland Police Department (OPD) hosted our sixth annual OPD Trunk or Treat event as part of our commitment to our community through “OPD Acts of Kindness.” This year’s Trunk or Treat, held on October 31st at Verdese Carter Park in East Oakland, was one of our most successful Trunk or Treats to date, with more than 1,400 children and families joining us for a safe, festive family-friendly Halloween event.

Thursday November 7, 2024, 3:30 pm updateThe Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has been deactivated at the recommendation of the Oakland Police Department. There were no significant election-related p …

OAKLAND - The Department of Violence Prevention is proud to announce a $2 million federal grant award to continue growing Oakland’s Ceasefire-Lifeline Strategy,  an initiative that has contributed to …

A previous possible location at Jack London Inn will not house the program after staff and City leadership secured a preferable alternative

The Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) was published for a 60-day review period from January 12 to March 12, 2024. The Final EIR (FEIR) was published on September 20, 2024. 

OAKLAND, CA – Oakland City leaders, local manufacturing businesses, and community leaders announced a special local partnership between Oaklandish, Artefact, and Kay Chesterfield that showcases Oaklan …