Article by Jennifer Inez Ward.
Last updated at Thu, 27 Oct at 5:51am.

In a meeting that went well into the night, Oakland Unified School District board members - in a 5 to 2 vote - approved a new restructuring package Wednesday that includes the closing of five elementary schools.

Article by Tehea Robie.
Last updated at Mon, 20 Jun at 12:20am.

Despite broke pockets and budget problems, our city continues to be a place rich with incredible ideas. How do we translate our consciousness into concrete action – with no cash?

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Article by Cynthia Joseph.
Last updated at Tue, 16 Mar at 10:54am.

One week after thousands of people marched to protest massive budget cuts projected for education, Oakland Unified School District Superintendent Tony Smith shared his vision, strategies and needs at the Great Oakland Public Schools meeting Thursday n