California schools can stop truancy without arresting parents | Guest Commentary | Commentary
Gov. Gavin Newsom and I don’t have much in common politically. He’s the Democratic governor of California; I…
This Bay Area city is named the nation’s best place for food
The Brief The Bay Area is home to the No. 1 “best city for food,” according to a…
Oakland will get 18 speed cameras over the next six weeks
Over the next six weeks, Oakland plans to install 18 speed cameras that will lead to the automatic…
Oakland’s new mayor Barbara Lee fights high crime and tells federal law enforcement to stay away
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Last week, Oakland’s new mayor found herself consoling the friends and family of a…
Barbara Lee fights crime and tells Trump to stay away
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Last week, Oakland’s new mayor found herself consoling the friends and family of a…
California governor race heats up with diverse field of candidates
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The race for California governor features former presidential wannabes, a county sheriff, two women…
A sheriff, a billionaire, a tinge of scandal. California governor’s race packs drama, uncertainty
LOS ANGELES – The race for California governor features former presidential wannabes, a county sheriff, two women who…
Oakland’s new mayor Barbara Lee fights high crime and tells federal law enforcement to stay away | National
OAKLAND — Last week, Oakland’s new mayor found herself consoling the friends and family of a beloved community…
Oakland Mayor pushes back on Trump narrative as public safety concerns persist
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee is defending the city against the Trump administration’s portrayal of rampant lawlessness. While highlighting…
Small businesses could get a big tax break under Oakland plan
Small and new Oakland businesses could get significant tax breaks under a plan announced today by two councilmembers…
Oakland gun buyback collects 57 firearms, gives out $4,500 in Target gift cards
In the parking lot of Oakland’s Mount Zion Baptist Church on Saturday afternoon, David Geisser handed over a gun…
Oakland mayor announces interim police chief
OPD’s second in command will step up to serve as Oakland’s top cop while the city conducts a…