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Oakland non-profit fighting to give incarcerated people a voice
A non-profit group in Oakland says it's focused on building a movement. Legal Services for Prisoners with Children says it organizes communities impacted by the criminal justice system and is fighting for the human and civil rights of incarcerated people and their families.
Oakland's "Souley Vegan" announces reopening, new location
Local vegan chef Tamearra Dyson is writing the next chapter in her remarkable culinary career after a significant setback. This week, she held a pop-up event in the kitchen at the Berkeley Bowl West Supermarket, serving up Vegan Po'Boys and Cajun Fries among some of her other signature dishes. The two-day pop-up is part of an effort to relaunch her beloved Oakland restaurant Souley Vegan, which was forced to close late last year after the business struggled to bring in customers during the pandemic. Souley Vegan was one of the Bay Area's first vegan soul food restaurants in 2009 and now Chef Dyson is planning to reopen the restaurant in a new location. KTVU's Alex Savidge is joined live in studio by Chef Dyson for more on her big comeback.
Bill Pickett Rodeo celebrates 40 years honoring Black cowboys
Rowell Ranch is host to many rodeos in the Bay Area including one long-standing event that is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo.
Highland dermatologist changing status quo on skin diseases in Black patients
Research shows skin diseases are often overlooked in black patients because they look so different on skin of color. A dermatologist at Wilma Chan Highland Hospital is working to change that.
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Reflecting on Oscar Grant: 15 years of remembering and resilience
Fifteen years ago on Jan. 1, 2009, Oscar Grant was killed at the Fruitvale BART station by a former BART police officer. It was a killing that sent shockwaves not just through Oakland, but the country. These shockwaves are still felt years later.
How Black community leaders helped East Palo Alto become a city 40 years ago
The East Palo Alto Citizens Committee on Incorporation formed in December 1979 to explore a path toward cityhood.
Alameda County Fire Department recognizes Black history in fire service for student event
Students at Anna Yates Elementary in Emeryville celebrated Black History Month with a special visit and history lesson from Alameda County firefighters.
Black Joy Parade shows out in Oakland's Black Business District
The Black Joy Parade took to Oakland's Black Business District on Sunday to celebrate Black culture and the end of Black History Month.