Sheng Thao used Signal. How about other Oakland elected officials?
The use of encrypted messaging apps by government officials has drawn scrutiny in recent years. An AP investigation…
Oakland contracting practices are riddled with problems, auditor finds in new report
When Oakland needs to pave its roads, build a park, or retrofit a public building, it hires experienced…
Here’s why so much trash is dumped in Oakland
OAKLAND, Calif. (KRON) — The City of Oakland just announced a new series of initiatives to combat illegal…
Oakland’s illegal dumping strategy isn’t working. A new report explains why
One year ago, as a team of city officials was walking through West Oakland, they noticed two men…
Communication breakdown may have cost Oakland millions, report finds
As Oakland lurched through financial crises over the last few years, it failed to do something that could…
Police oversight board needs more resources and authority, Oakland auditor says
Oakland’s police commission is understaffed, which is undermining the city’s efforts to reform the police department and complete…