For over two decades, the Oakland Unified School District has been under state control. The district agreed to this oversight after some major financial challenges. Now as of this month (JULY), OUSD has regained control of its finances … but it still faces ongoing budget issues and leadership changes. Here to explain is Ashley McBride. She’s the education equity reporter for The Oaklandside.

For over two decades, the Oakland Unified School District has been under state control. The district agreed to this oversight after some major financial challenges. Now as of this month (JULY), OUSD has regained control of its finances &hellip; but it still faces ongoing budget issues and leadership changes.&nbsp;Here to explain is Ashley McBride. She&rsquo;s the education equity reporter for The Oaklandside.

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KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.

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