Tupac Shakur Honored with Street Renaming in Oakland

The City of Oakland has honored the late rapper Tupac Shakur by unveiling "Tupac Shakur Way" during a star-studded ceremony near Lake Merritt. The street renaming was spearheaded by Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa, and attended by family members, former collaborators, and fans. Speakers at the event highlighted Shakur's influence on Oakland and hip-hop culture, emphasizing his importance as an artist and activist. The street naming follows a trend of honoring beloved hip-hop legends in recent years. Shakur's legacy has been revisited through various commemorations, including a Hulu series and the recent arrest of a suspect in his 1996 murder.