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Where's the Affordable Housing?
In 2018, Oakland continued to build lots of market-rate housing, while construction of affordable units lagged.
by Robert Gammon | Dec 19, 2018
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The Year Homeless People Fought Back
In 2018, unsheltered people increasingly pushed back against efforts by East Bay cities to disband their camps and force them off the streets.
by Darwin BondGraham | Dec 19, 2018
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A Year Of Triumph and Chaos in East Bay Sports
Another NBA championship and parade, surprise pennant race underdogs, shocking trades, feuding players, ballpark announcements, and a long-awaited lawsuit made 2018 another unforgettable sports year in the East Bay.
by Chris De Benedetti | Dec 19, 2018
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Oakland Goes Hollywood 1
In 2018, Oakland showed up on big and small screens, thanks to Oakland filmmakers like Ryan Coogler and Boots Riley.
by Beatrice Kilat | Dec 19, 2018
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Oakland Symphony Is in a State of Transition
People are leaving the symphony in rapid succession following the hire of a new executive director and conflicting visions.
by Jasmine Garnett | Dec 19, 2018
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With Berkeley Rep's 'Paradise Square,' a Forgotten History Is Given a New Songbook
Marcus Gardley, Larry Kirwan, and other impressive talents are behind the musical's world premiere.
by Nicole Gluckstern | Dec 19, 2018
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Sub Society Brings Classy Dance Nights to Oakland
A new East Bay house and bass music series highlights local artists and vendors in a laidback environment.
by Madeline Wells | Dec 19, 2018
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The Burn
2018 was California's worst fire season, and the costs of fighting and preventing fires is only going to rise.
by Darwin BondGraham | Dec 19, 2018
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The Restaurants We Welcomed and Said Goodbye to in 2018
Here are some of the most significant East Bay restaurant openings and closings of the year.
by Katherine Hamilton | Dec 19, 2018
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The Year in Music: New Sounds. New Venues. New Festivals
The East Bay music scene saw plenty of action in 2018.
by Janelle Bitker | Dec 19, 2018
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Soup is the Star at Tortas Ahogadas Mi Barrio
The Guadalajara-style tortas and tacos are worth a try — but don't miss the carne en su jugo served on weekends.
by Katherine Hamilton | Dec 19, 2018
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Dick Cheney Biopic 'Vice' Falls Flat
Not even Christian Bale can get down to the dark essence of the former political player.
by Kelly Vance | Dec 19, 2018
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