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The Latest Breaking News from Oakland

Netflix star and football coach John Beam dies a day after shooting on college campus

A 27-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting in Oakland

The Independent UK

Who Is John Beam? 'Last Chance U' Coach Shot on Oakland Campus — 10 Photos of the Beloved Mentor

John Beam, the widely respected Laney College athletic director and former head football coach featured in Netflix's 'Last Chance U', was shot at the Oakland campus on Thursday.

International Business Times UK

From Netflix Spotlight to Hospital Bed: 'Last Chance U' Coach John Beam Shot on Oakland Campus

Laney College football icon and former Netflix 'Last Chance U' coach John Beam was critically injured in a campus shooting in Oakland, prompting lockdowns, community outrage and an ongoing police search for the gunman.

International Business Times UK

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Coach featured in Netflix’s Last Chance U dies after Oakland campus shooting

Mayor Barbara Lee calls John Beam ‘a man who dedicated himself to building up the young people of this city’

The Guardian - US

Athletics staff member shot at Oakland junior college in the city's second school shooting in 2 days

A senior member of the athletics staff at a community college in Oakland has been shot on campus

The Independent UK

Thieves raid California museum days before infamous Louvre heist in Paris

Police in California are investigating the theft of over 1,000 items from the Oakland Museum of California

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Thieves steal more than 1,000 items from Oakland museum in ‘brazen’ heist

Artifacts such as Native American baskets, ivory carvings and daguerreotypes taken in early morning burglary

The Guardian - US

Coast guard security shoot at U-Haul truck after masked driver tries to back into California base

Incident involving security personnel at Oakland base took place after day of anti-ICE protests

The Independent UK

San Francisco Bay Area mobilizes amid threats of Trump immigration crackdown: ‘We’re ready’

As president backs down on his federal ‘surge’, volunteers and demonstrators remain prepared to respond

The Guardian - US

Ex-NFL star ‘Muscle Hamster’ Doug Martin dies aged 36 ‘while in police custody’

The running back, who starred for Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Oakland Raiders, passed away on Saturday, his family said in a statement

The Independent UK

Ex-NFL star Doug Martin dies aged 36 after reported struggle with police

Former Buccaneers and Boise State running back Doug Martin has died at 36, his family said. The East Bay Times reported he died in Oakland police custody

The Guardian - US

Americans Hate These 4 Cities — but That Might Make Them Hidden Gems for Buyers

Discover why cities like Detroit and Oakland, despite their low favorability, could offer smart opportunities for homebuyers and real estate investors.

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Black mayors of cities Trump decries as 'lawless' tout significant declines in violent crimes

Members of the African American Mayors Association started noticing last year declines in violent crime in their cities

The Independent UK

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The Mary Sue

‘Ohhhhh, she knew. 1000%’: Oakland baker gifts red velvet cake to boyfriend. Then she gets a call from his wife ordering a cake for him

An Oakland, California baker received a surprise cake order that left her stunned: It came from her boyfriend’s wife. In a now viral saga that has grossed over 600,000 views, spanning multiple updates, Ashley (@shelleyjayyy) explained the difficult and tricky situation she ended up in when “the love of her…

The Guardian - US

‘Our dreams were shattered’: the Black Californians forced from the city they built

In the 60s, the white city of Hayward removed residents of Russell City. Now a $1m reparations fund has been approved – and important histories are coming to light

The Independent UK

Tale of 3 A's cities: Oakland left behind, Sacramento a temporary stop, Las Vegas awaits

The Athletics have moved to a Triple-A ballpark in Sacramento for three years, leaving behind mixed feelings

SuperWest Sports

Updated Top NFL Player-Producing California High Schools

The Top pro-producing high schools in California with their respective ranks, player counts, and cities.

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Clever Dude

Looking For A House In California: 8 Cities You Should Never Look In

If you’re looking for a house in California, you already know the market is wild. Prices are sky-high, competition is fierce, and finding a place that fits your needs (and your budget) can feel impossible. But here’s the thing: not all California cities are created equal. Some places are so…

International Business Times UK

US DOJ Sues Palestinian Café Owner for Kicking Out Jewish Customers, Naming Drink After Hamas Chief

The US DOJ is taking on Jerusalem Coffee House for allegedly refusing service to Jewish customers and naming a drink after a Hamas leader. Is this a stand against antisemitism or a free speech debate?

Reason

Brickbat: Road Hard

Oakland residents, fed up with dangerous late-night sideshows where cars do stunts, built their own speed bumps on East 21st… The post Brickbat: Road Hard appeared first on Reason.com.

Metal Hammer

"There would be shootouts down the street." Machine Head's Robb Flynn takes us on a tour of Oakland, California - and 30 years of metal history

From broken ribs and drug deals to playing arenas and stadiums around the world, Robb Flynn has proved time and again he's metal's ultimate survivor

Reason

Brickbat: Forget It, Jake…

In Oakland, California's Chinatown neighborhood, business owners are facing thousands of dollars in fines from the city for graffiti on… The post Brickbat: Forget It, Jake… appeared first on Reason.com.

The Guardian - US

Barbara Lee, trailblazing former US Congress member, elected Oakland mayor

Lee defeated a moderate backed by outside groups working to push the Bay Area’s progressive politics to the center

The Guardian - US

Barbara Lee forged a historic path in Congress. Does Oakland want her back for mayor?

The progressive icon, 78, may be the frontrunner, but a more moderate contender may represent much-needed change

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