Zanzi: Oakland’s house of African and Caribbean music
by JR Valrey Packed crowds at Zanzi in downtown Oakland is a regular occurrence. – Photo courtesy of…
From Disparity Study to Solutions: Oakland Coalition and Mayor Barbara Lee Renew Commitment to Reform City Contracting
By Charlene Muhammad, California Black Media Crystal Lambert knew something was terribly wrong with her three-year-old granddaughter as…
Kinfolk Fest marks Juneteenth with culture and community in San Diego
DOWNTOWN (KGTV) — San Diego’s Waterfront Park filled with music, food, and community as Kinfolk Fest marked Juneteenth…
Florin Square in south Sacramento up for sale
The future ownership of Sacramento’s most diverse shopping center is up for grabs as Florin Square, the hub…
From jollof to craft beer: Sacramento’s Black-owned spots
Among U.S. foodies, Sacramento is well-known as an up-and-coming dining hotspot. That’s, in part, thanks to top-notch breweries,…
Oakland’s Black Joy Parade celebrates community’s past, present and future
Joy reigned supreme Sunday as Oakland celebrated the past, present and future of Black culture and accomplishments. The…
Community rallies to raise funds for Oakland clothing store damaged during 3-alarm fire
After a fire damaged a clothing store in Oakland on Monday, the local community is trying to raise…