African arts showcase at UC Berkeley

The spirit of Africa was alive at the African Arts Society's "Showcase" on November 20 at UC Berkeley.

Ready to Learn Fun Fair

Children enjoyed face painting, legos and storytelling at the Ready to Learn Fun Fair at Peralta Elementary School in Oakland.

Occupy Oakland calls for West Coast Port Shutdown

Organizers say Port owners are "1%." Port begs to keep the Ports Open for 99% workers.

Oakland Labor Day BBQ hosts good time for 'fam bam'

The "I am Oakland" collective hosted the Labor Day Fam Bam BBQ at Mosswood Park on September 6.

Protest against censorship of Palestinian Children's Art

In response to censorship of Palestinian children's art by an Oakland art museum, dozens came out to protest in Oakland.

RIP Peabo Wellington

College of Alameda student Jepeabo Wellington was murdered days before the school year began.

Students gain college acceptance at Black College Fair

Hundreds of young people attended the third annual Black College Fair at Laney College, the second year the Oakland community college has hosted the event.

TBH-TV: Shake 9169 explains "Shake 9169"

Laney student, artist, manager Jason "Shake 9169" Anderson explains the meaning of his moniker, "Shake 9169" on the September episode of The Black Hour (TBH).

For the complete interview, visit TBH on 9th Floor Radio.
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Freestyle by Virtuous, Oakland rapper/poet

Rapper "Virtuous" makes a special on air freestyle during The Black Hour.

Virtuous made his surprise appearance during the September episode of The Black Hour along with Shake 9169. Shake 9169's Out Mack Yourself Entertainment company manages Virtuous, as well as spoken word artist Ise Lyfe (who also appeared on The Black Hour in June)
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