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Visa extension filed? Immigration attorney says ICE can still arrest you; Oakland's Chantal Morales Rojas also did her paperwork before deadline

Amid a sudden spike in arrests at domestic airports, immigration lawyer Poonam Gupta said what is happening is not a fault of the visa holders; it is assumptions going wrong. Citing the recent case of Oakland's Chantal Morales Rojas who was arrested on the accusation of visa overstay, Gupta said…

The Times of India · Aug 3

At 60, Too $hort has no plans to stop his hip-hop voyage with new album produced fully by Lil Jon

Too $hort, the Oakland hip-hop legend, is defying age norms in the music industry

The Independent UK · Jul 30

News Corp countersues Brave for allegedly 'scraping' articles for AI

In a Tuesday filing in the Oakland, California, federal court, News Corp said Brave's unauthorised "covert scraping" and resale of its copyrighted articles fall "nowhere near the bounds" of legally acceptable conduct known as fair use. News Corp is seeking an injunction and unspecified monetary damages, plus damages of up…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

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Weekly Brew: July 17, 2026

Each week, The Weekly Brew brings you a collection of the most viewed stories from The Daily Brew, condensed. Here are the top stories from the week of July 13 - July 17.

Ballotpedia · Jul 17

US judge won't block Meta from laying off workers who filed AI discrimination lawsuit

District Judge William Orrick in Oakland, California, in a written order said he would not stop Meta from carrying out the layoffs beginning July 22 while the merits of the workers' novel legal claims are decided in private arbitration. The lawsuit filed on Monday claims that in selecting jobs to…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

‘The pigeon came to them seeking help’: California firefighters give oxygen to suffering bird

A crew in the San Francisco Bay Area city of Oakland spotted a pigeon ‘in distress’ after a vehicle fire

The Guardian - US · Jul 16

Oakland could join 47 other of the 100 most populous U.S. cities with strong mayor governments

Welcome to the Thursday, July 16, 2026, Brew.

Ballotpedia · Jul 16

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Planted across California since the 1850s, eucalyptus trees helped fuel the 1991 Oakland firestorm; the blaze killed 25 people and destroyed nearly 3,000 homes

Tasmanian blue gums, introduced during the Gold Rush, now threaten California communities with their flammability. These trees release volatile oils and shed flammable bark, intensifying fires. The 1991 Oakland-Berkeley Hills firestorm demonstrated their destructive potential, destroying homes and claiming lives. Communities are now rethinking forest management and removing hazardous eucalyptus…

The Times of India · Jul 15

What is a strong mayor government? Oakland voters will decide charter amendment to change city’s form of government

Voters in Oakland, California, will decide on a ballot measure to amend the city charter to create a strong-mayor form of government, changing the distribution of power and responsibilities among the mayor, city administrator, and city council.

Ballotpedia · Jul 13

San Francisco woman went for a dinner date with her partner. Few hours later, cameras caught her last bloodied moments as she tried to escape him

“Today’s decision provides a measure of accountability.”

We Got This Covered · Jul 3

Oakland sued over nearly $1 million fine for property owners accused of cutting down 38 trees

Attorney Chance Weldon alleged the city’s fine represents an ‘arbitrary overreach’

The Independent UK · Jul 2

Meta loses bid to dismiss US states' claims that Facebook, Instagram addict children

In a decision late Monday, U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers in Oakland, California, denied Meta's motion to dismiss claims based on deception, unfair practices and violations of the federal Children's Online Privacy Protection Act.

The Economic Times · Jul 1

US Supreme Court to hear Apple appeal of contempt in Epic Games lawsuit

The justices took up Apple's appeal of a lower court's ruling upholding a decision by Oakland, California-based U.S. ‌District Judge Yvonne ⁠Gonzalez Rogers ⁠finding Apple in contempt in Epic's 2020 lawsuit contesting App Store fees.

The Economic Times · Jun 30

Former NFL star died after police pinned him face down, family claims in lawsuit

The parents of former NFL running back Doug Martin have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Oakland, California, police officers and an ambulance company

The Independent UK · Jun 25

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The Guardian - AU · Jun 22

Inside the Socceroos’ World Cup home: ping pong, pool, retro kits and organic omelettes

The grand Claremont Hotel in Berkeley has been adapted to make Australia’s stay as comfortable as possible. And of course there is Vegemite on tap

The Times of India · Jun 18

Quote of the day by Bruce Lee: "Do not pray for an easy life, pray for…" - the idea that comfort might actually be the enemy

Most people, if they are honest, spend a good part of their lives trying to make things easier. Easier job. Easier relationships. Easier mornings. There is nothing wrong with that instinct. Difficulty hurts, and we are wired to move away from pain. But Bruce Lee spent much of his short…

We Got This Covered · Jun 17

TikTok health influencer, Nurse Solomon, fatally shot in Oakland in an alleged robbery: ‘He was afraid of guns’

“Caring for others was more than a profession — it was his calling.”

The Independent UK · Jun 16

Oakland’s minor league baseball team hit so many homers a neighboring property is suing to cover the damage

The lawsuit claims the city and the team failed to act quickly enough to prevent baseballs from causing structural damage to the neighboring building

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The Guardian - US · Jun 15

Trump wants to put a $75m coal terminal in this liberal California city. Residents aren’t having it

Residents of West Oakland, which suffers from toxic waste and high pollution rates, rally against a coal export facility

BANG Premier · Jun 8

Ariana Grande thanks fans after emotional opening night of Eternal Sunshine tour

Ariana Grande took to the stage in Oakland, California, for the opening night of the road show.

International Business Times UK · Jun 7

Ariana Grande Health Fears: Concerned Fan Alleges Singer's 'Dying of Anorexia' After Concert Video Surfaces

Ariana Grande's recent tour performance in Oakland has sparked health concerns among fans, who are worried about her appearance and potential eating disorder, despite her openness about personal struggles.

The Economic Times · Jun 5

Bay Area soccer clubs hope World Cup spotlight sparks local growth

The World Cup is coming to the U.S. and fans in the San Francisco Bay Area anticipate increased interest in local soccer. Oakland Roots and San Francisco City are poised to benefit from the global event. The tournament is expected to highlight the diverse soccer culture and community-driven clubs in…

AAP · Jun 3

'Underdog' Oakland and Socceroos a gritty perfect match

Oakland's three biggest professional sports franchises have all left but the 'underdog' city of the Bay Area appears the perfect match for the Socceroos.

AAP · May 27

Turnitin Clarity Adds Customizable AI Settings

OAKLAND, Calif., May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Turnitin launched new customizable settings for Turnitin Clarity's built-in AI assistant today, providing instructors the framework to define what responsible use of AI looks like in practice. The introduction of granular controls addresses two critical educator pain points: supporting diverse learners spanning secondary…

The Conversation · May 19

Elon Musk sued OpenAI and lost. But the core question of the case remains unanswered

On Monday, a nine-member federal jury in Oakland, California took less than two hours to dismiss Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI and its chief executive Sam Altman.

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