Oakland Local is a hyper-local news and information website that has brought a new community-driven voice to Bay Area news since its launch in October 2009. While Oakland Local has a dedicated staff of volunteers, the site has also partnered with 35 non-profit and community organizations in Oakland to ground its coverage in what truly matters to local residents. Each of Oakland Local's partners contributes news, information, and event listings to the site, and is provided informal training in news literacy and the use of social media. Read more...