Oakland Police Department veteran chosen as city’s newest police chief
James Beere, a 29-year veteran of the Oakland Police Department, has been selected as the city’s permanent police…
Oakland Interim Police Chief James Beere appointed to permanently lead OPD
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee has selected Interim Police Chief James Beere as the city’s next police chief, ending…
Former Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell sworn in as Fremont’s top cop
The Brief Floyd Mitchell, who led the Oakland Police Department until October 2025, was officially sworn in as…
Former Oakland police chief’s new job is in Fremont
Former OPD Chief Floyd Mitchell has landed a new job leading Fremont’s police department. News of the hire…
Former OPD Chief Floyd Mitchell refused to sit down with the press. Will the next chief be more accessible?
Leaders of big government agencies juggle many responsibilities, but chief among them is being the face and voice…
Here are the big moves that happened in 2025
Last year saw important changes in the leadership of Oakland’s government, not least of which was the election…
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…
Oakland council rejects re-appointments of police commission chair, alternate commissioner
The Oakland City Council voted to reject two members of the Oakland Police Commission in a move that…
Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell resigns
The chief of the Oakland Police Department is stepping down. Floyd Mitchell, who was appointed by former Mayor…
What does Police Chief Floyd Mitchell’s exit mean for Oakland?
OPD Chief Floyd Mitchell surprised many when he and the city announced today that he is resigning effective…
Who’s to blame for Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell’s resignation?
After 17 months on the job, Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell announced Wednesday that he is resigning effective…