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 fire

• Fire damages Oakland’s historic Camron-Stanford House

Charter reform

• A quick guide to the Oakland charter reform debate

No Coal movement

• After 10 years of fighting, ‘No Coal’ activists gear up for new battle

Teacher housing

• Affordable teacher housing is scarce. This group is trying an innovative solution in Oakland

Fruitvale Library renaming

• Oakland library commission takes first step in renaming César E. Chávez Branch

Earth Day

• Oakland Earth Day celebrations will focus on cleanups and community fun
• A trip to the Oakland estuary shines light on a hidden, dirty problem

Wildflowers

• Wildflower season has arrived: here’s where to enjoy the blooms in the East Bay and beyond

Food

• Tanzie's duo open new restaurant, Bad Decision takes over A Capella, and what's come to Phở Vy's old spot

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