Over 1,000 artifacts stolen in heist at Oakland museum
The Oakland Police Department announced on Wednesday that it is working with the FBI’s Art Crime Team to…
After OPD chief’s resignation, Oakland City Council deals a blow to police oversight
The debate over public safety and policing in Oakland has become more polarized in recent years. On one…
Oakland police to release bodycam footage of encounter with ex-NFL player Doug Martin
The death of a well-known former NFL player while in Oakland police custody over the weekend is generating…
Former NFL player Doug Martin dies while in Oakland police custody
Former NFL player Doug Martin dies while in Oakland police custody originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area…
Former NFL player Doug Martin died after being detained following Oakland home break-in, police say
We’re learning more about an incident involving former NFL player Doug Martin who died in Oakland police custody…
Former NFL player dies while in Oakland police custody
The Oakland Police Department issued an update Monday afternoon regarding the in-custody death of Douglas Martin, a former…
Ex-NFL running back Doug Martin dies during struggle with Oakland police
The man who died Saturday during a struggle with Oakland police officers was former NFL running back Doug…
Person dies in Oakland police custody following struggle in residence
A person has died following a struggle with Oakland police early Saturday morning, according to the Oakland Police…
CHP chase through Oakland ends in collision, sheared-off hydrant
The California Highway Patrol says a suspect who had committed a vehicle code violation — failing to display…
Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell resigns
The chief of the Oakland Police Department is stepping down. Floyd Mitchell, who was appointed by former Mayor…
Oakland watchdog slams city for ‘slow and inequitable’ 911 responses
A new investigation by the city auditor has found that Oakland’s 911 call center is understaffed, calls aren’t…
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…