Piedmont's first Black homeowner was forced out of his home in the 1920s. Now, his family is suing

Piedmont's first Black homeowner was forced out of his home in the 1920s. Now, his family is suing

Sidney Dearing was a hugely successful Oakland businessman and became the first Black homeowner in Piedmont when he bought a house in January 1924. But within a year, Dearing, his wife and two young children were forced out. Now, 100 years later, his family is taking action.