John Klopotowski, Author at The Oaklandside

Oakland’s Yemeni community endures the hardships of war 9,000 miles away

For the past decade, the Yemeni diaspora has suffered alongside their families back home through a civil war, famine, disease, and a blockade.

We sifted through economic studies, tax data, and historical records to better understand how our urban center generates revenue for the city.

The Downtown Oakland Specific Plan could soon be set in motion. Here’s what it contains, and why it matters.

With conflict in Azerbaijan, the grandson of an Armenian refugee reflects on the unique relationship between his community and the Town.