What It Means To Be An Oaklander
There’s not just one way to be from Oakland. I want educate myself on the history and culture of my city.
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Behind the Scenes: West Side Stories at Creative Mornings!
Asha Richardson shares how we created West Side Stories (Oaktown) – our interactive map of gentrification at Creative Mornings. Creative Mornings is a breakfast lecture series for the creative community.
My Pricey Education
My grandmother likes to say, “all good things come with a cost.” In this case, that cost is my education.…
High Rents Keeping Young Adults Home With Parents
I’ve always seen moving out on my own as a marker of adulthood, but for me, the cost outweighs the benefits.
Gun Violence in The Bay Area
The current laws against firearms are that you must have a concealed permit in order to obtain a gun, this law is definitely uncontrollable nowadays. Every time you watch the news, there’s someone getting shot here, someone getting shot there.
Can Young Voters Win California For Bernie Sanders? [full speech]
Bernie Sanders spoke outside Oakland City Hall in downtown Oakland to an audience of nearly 20,000 supporters on Memorial Day. Youth Radio reporter Desmond Meagley attended the rally to document the event and speak to Sanders supporters.
Golden State by Young Major
Check out Young Major’s new video for his single “Golden State” dedicated to our 2016 Western Division Champion Golden State Warriors!!
Youth Radio 1st Fridays 2016 Pics
You never know what might jump off on 1st Fridays in the YR Arts Venue!! We feature musical performances, dances, discussions on technology and current events, art exhibits, pop-up shops featuring local apparel , and more!
How Can We Protect Youth From Homelessness?
Given the rising cost of housing throughout the country, what protections should young people receive to protect them from homelessness?