Feds argue corruption case against Sheng Thao built on ‘significant’ evidence
The federal government says it had ample evidence to pursue its case against former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao…
Oakland recycling CEO indicted with Sheng Thao tells his life story in new film, ‘The King of Trash’
For over a year, most news about David Duong has focused on the federal anti-corruption investigation that threatens…
Oakland leaders reluctantly extend security contract again
Tempers flared on Tuesday as the City Council grudgingly agreed to extend a contract with a security company…
Sheng Thao joins motion to toss evidence from Oakland FBI raids
Former Mayor Sheng Thao and two other people indicted on federal bribery charges earlier this year seek to…
Who is Mario Juarez, the man the FBI relies on in Oakland’s corruption case
The morning of Jan. 17, 2025, federal prosecutors filed into a windowless room at the San Francisco federal…
Pondering governor run, Atty. Gen. faces questions on legal spending
As California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta ponders a run for governor, he faces scrutiny for his ties to…
Defense in ex-Oakland mayor bribery, corruption case challenges credibility of key witness
A defendant in the federal bribery and corruption case surrounding former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is trying to…
FBI raided Oakland businessman’s home based on word of informant with ‘history of fraud,’ defendant argues
David Duong, one of the Oakland businessmen indicted for allegedly bribing former Mayor Sheng Thao, is accusing federal…