A's Departure Latest Blow to Struggling Hegenberger Corridor as Residents Call for Action to Address Crime, Spur Business Growth

• Businesses like Walmart, Starbucks, Subway, In-N-Out, Denny's, and Black Bear Diner have closed locations along Oakland's Hegenberger corridor recently

• The Oakland A's announcement that they are leaving Oakland after this season is another economic blow to the area

• Their departure will result in job losses and less tax revenue for the city

• Neighborhood residents are frustrated and angry about the economic decline in the area

• They believe addressing crime and public safety issues is key to revitalizing the Hegenberger business corridor