A lot has changed in Oakland in the last decade, except maybe the city’s reputation. Recent headlines have emphasized high crime rates — including the March shootings of four police officers in East Oakland — but for visitors willing to give the city a chance, the rewards are plenty. With an influx of residents that began during the height of the ’90s dot-com boom came restaurants, shops and galleries to complement what was already there: Art Deco architecture, stunning views and a beautiful mix of cultures. There’s a lot going on in Oakland; the only reason you may not be hearing about it is that Oaklanders tend to keep a low profile. There’s a reason, after all, that a popular monthly open studio event is called Art Murmur.
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