Oakland’s standout forward, who averaged 17.3 points and 8.1 rebounds last season, has committed to Kentucky. This move elevates the Wildcats to No. 15 in CBS Sports’ preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings. Other notable developments include Creighton’s acquisition of Jamiya Neal, Texas’s addition of Tyrese Hunter, and UCLA’s recruitment of Mac Etienne.
Four-time state champion Michael Peters has returned to McClymonds as head football coach after a four-month retirement. Peters, who has led the Warriors to 11 consecutive league titles, cited community support and the needs of his players as the primary reasons for his decision to come back. Despite health concerns and a desire to focus on his family, Peters feels obligated to help restore the program’s work ethic and championship mentality.
Horn Barbecue, which closed due to a fire and legal troubles, will reopen in downtown Oakland at 464 8th Street. The acclaimed eatery will share a space with Matty’s Old Fashioned, offering a hybrid menu. Horn has resolved a lawsuit with his former business partner and is making payments to settle outstanding debts. Despite financial struggles, Horn received support from a GoFundMe and COVID-19 relief funds.
Horn Barbecue, a beloved Oakland barbecue establishment, is reopening at a new location on 464 8th Street after closing its Mandela Parkway location due to challenges including a fire and thefts. The restaurant will reopen on Friday, April 26, at 11 a.m., and will incorporate dishes from Matty’s, another restaurant owned by Matt Horn, into its menu.
In the past week, Alameda, Piedmont, and Oakland saw 18 residential real estate sales with an average price of $1.6 million and an average price per square foot of $923. The most expensive sale was a Piedmont home that sold for $3 million, featuring three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Other notable sales include a $1,500,000 Oakland home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, a $2,060,000 Oakland home with four bedrooms and three bathrooms, and a $2,200,000 Piedmont home with one bedroom and two bathrooms.
Safety improvements are underway on International Boulevard in Oakland, California. The city and Alameda County are investing millions of dollars to make the street more pedestrian-friendly, reduce traffic fatalities, and improve transit access. The project includes installing physical barriers, repainting lanes, and adding new signage. The goal is to create a safer and more accessible environment for all who use International Boulevard.
Roasted and Raw, a popular restaurant in Oakland, has been broken into four times in the past three years. The latest incident occurred on Monday, when the restaurant’s glass door was shattered. The restaurant’s owner, Imani Greer, says that the break-ins have taken a toll on the business, both financially and emotionally. Greer says that he is considering leaving Oakland due to the repeated break-ins.
Buck Wild Brewing, an award-winning brewery specializing in gluten-free beers, will close its doors this Sunday. The brewery has won numerous awards for its beers, including Gold and Bronze honors at the U.S. Open Beer Championship and the Great American Beer Festival. The brewery’s taproom will be open for one last weekend, giving customers a chance to say goodbye and raise a glass to the brewery’s final day.
Dave & Andy’s Homemade Ice Cream shop in Oakland is closing this week as owner Andy Hardie retires. The shop, known for its over 200 flavors and homemade waffle cones, has been a staple in the Pittsburgh community for four decades. Many residents and students have fond memories of enjoying Dave & Andy’s ice cream, and the closing of the shop marks the loss of another beloved small business in Oakland.
A 17-year-old boy was fatally shot in East Oakland on Sunday night. The victim, whose name has not been released, was found with at least one gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at a local hospital. The motive for the shooting is under investigation, and no arrests have been made.
