OTLS Friday Episode Drop
Over The Loud Speaker kicks off 2026 with a new episode featuring: local headlines, Hayward happenings, and more!
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The Heart of Hayward: Animal Shelter In Crisis
Hayward’s animal shelter and the cost of structural neglect
Cannabis Businesses Clash Over Hayward
In Which: Unions fight against layoffs close to Christmas, Dispensaries may have fomented rage against a future competition, And Mayor Salinas rails against dispensaries for 20 minutes
Budget Fallout Speculation
In Which: We discuss budget impacts on City services and future elections, HUSD Board members trade barbs, and HUSD's deficit settles at $7 million
Filipino Residents Support Disaster Victims
In Which: We outline the environmental crisis in the Philippines, Social services see allocated funding slashed, and CSC pivots to new role due to budget
Firefighters Union Suing City For Overtime
In Which: Former Navigation Center site is closer to being sold, City faces down multiple Worker's Compensation appeals, and Firefighters sue Hayward for lost overtime pay.
Community Rallies For Animal Shelter
In Which: Volunteers and residents fight against possible cuts to Animal Shelter staff, We learn what could happen if cuts occur, And City Council talks budget