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Photos: Oakland Museum of California draws hundreds to Hella Juneteenth Festival
The sold-out celebration featured food vendors, a Black Vine wine-tasting experience, two stages of live music, art and ...
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Street closures by Lake Merritt on Juneteenth take some by surprise
What’s normally a jubilant Juneteenth celebration at Oakland's Lake Merritt — marred last year by a mass shooting, was ...
The symbolism behind traditional Juneteenth foods—from barbecue to hibiscus
Grilled meats, watermelon, and hibiscus are often served on the holiday not only to bring communities together, but to honor ...
Oakland has a unique relationship with Juneteenth. So does Mayor Barbara Lee.
OAKLAND — The country was still six decades away from recognizing Juneteenth as a federal holiday when Barbara Lee first ...
Oakland preps for Juneteenth in wake of violence a year ago
A year after sideshows and a wild shootout marred the end of Juneteenth festivities in Oakland, city and police officials say ...
Bay Area celebrates Juneteenth as Trump snubs the holiday
The Bay Area celebrated Juneteenth with an event drawing families and residents old and young in Oakland and other activities around the region. Hundreds enjoyed live music, food and drinks at the ...
How NBA players like Jaylen Brown honor Juneteenth through action
Jaylen Brown, LeBron James, Chris Paul, and more NBA players reflect Juneteenth values through leadership and community power ...
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Oakland leaders promise safe Juneteenth celebration, avoiding last year's violence
Oakland city officials say they're prepared for the Juneteenth celebration Thursday after sideshows and a wild shootout marred last year's festivities.