Fire at Camron-Stanford, charter reform guide, renaming César E. Chávez library

This week, we're keeping things short and sweet, with a round-up of recent reporting from our newsroom.A fire damaged one of Oakland's most beloved historic landmarks. Oakland voters may get to decide in November how their city government is structured. Environmental justice advocates’ decade-long fight to stop a coal terminal enters a new phase. A nonprofit bought a building to make it permanently affordable housing for Oakland teachers. A Fruitvale library may be getting a new name. And Earth Day is coming up, with some great options for getting outside. Stories we cover in this episode:Camron-Stanford House fireFire damages Oakland’s historic Camron-Stanford HouseCharter reformA quick guide to the Oakland charter reform debateNo Coal movementAfter 10 years of fighting, ‘No Coal’ activists gear up for new battleTeacher housingAffordable teacher housing is scarce. This group is trying an innovative solution in OaklandFruitvale Library renamingOakland library commission takes first step in renaming César E. Chávez BranchEarth DayOakland Earth Day celebrations will focus on cleanups and community funA trip to the Oakland estuary shines light on a hidden, dirty problemWildflowersWildflower season has arrived: here’s where to enjoy the blooms in the East Bay and beyondFoodTanzie's duo open new restaurant, Bad Decision takes over A Capella, and what's come to Phở Vy's old spotFind all these stories and more at oaklandside.org. Have feedback or story ideas? Email us at [email protected].