Official release of the Youth Roots single, “Oakland State of Mind,” from the album “Edit the Real”.

OaklandSeen was featured on national TV and radio program Democracy Now this morning to discuss social media’s role in building community in Oakland, in the aftermath of the Mehserle verdict and beyond. Publisher Aimee Allison was joined by Oakland hip-hop journalist “Davey D” and Cheryl Contee (aka “Jill Tubman”), co-founder of the political blog “Jack and Jill Politics.”

Thanks to our friends at Faith in the Bay for this video that captures the excitement and fever of the star-studded concert honoring the life of Bishop Walter Hawkins.

John Hamilton, news producer at KPFA-FM, reported on the protests that followed the Mehserle verdict for Democracy Now.

Mayor Dellums spoke with Youth Radio this Saturday about why he is working with local groups to organize peaceful gatherings after the verdict.

Critical message by Youth Uprising in advance of Mehserle trial verdict. If you have difficulty viewing this video, try this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0uai2F_U58

Youth Uprising and their special message about sideshows popular in East and West Oakland.

Oakland’s first mayoral forum on Thursday June 10, 2010 from 6-9 pm at the First Unitarian Church at 685 14th Street in downtown Oakland. Community members and media are invited to attend. The event will be videotaped and live-tweeted.

Roosevelt Middle School issues a bold challenge to other Oakland Schools. Hear about the World Cup Challenge from the students themselves.

Oakland Education Association president Betty Olson-Jones explains why teachers are striking on Friday.