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Dozens of Oakland’s homeless citizens housed following major sweep, city says
The city of Oakland has made three big sweeps at homeless encampments. First on Martin Luther King Jr. Way, then in Mosswood Park, and most recently along East 12th Street.
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Oakland police chief proposes changes to OPD’s pursuit policy
OPD Chief Floyd Mitchell wants to cancel a 2022 rule that some residents say makes it harder for police to chase suspects.
Barbara Lee, sworn in as Oakland’s mayor, promises a ‘government you can trust’
OAKLAND — The room fell silent Tuesday when Barbara Lee was sworn in as the city’s mayor. After a rousing standing ovation, ...
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In Pittsburgh, candidates face their future voters, part of a national effort to engage the young
Young people have consistently turned out to vote at lower rates than older Americans. It’s a trend several civic ...
Oxnard City Council greenlights 280 Riverpark apartments over environmental appeal
A union-backed nonprofit challenged the level of environmental review that Oxnard gave to the project near The Collection ...
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Polls close at 8 p.m. for Oakland County voters
Polls are open until 8 p.m. for those in Clawson, Ferndale, Ferndale School District ... decide two city charter amendments. Proposal 1, if approved, would maintain the city council at four ...
Oakland Mayor-elect Barbara Lee announces key appointments to address public safety and economy
Oakland Mayor-elect Barbara Lee on Friday announced members of a transition team of politicians, business leaders, philanthropists, attorneys and nonprofit heads that will help her lead the city when ...
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How California Sanctuary Policies Are Faring Under Pressure From Trump
Amid threats of mass deportations during Mr. Trump’s first term, California declared itself a sanctuary state in 2017. Oakland ... city after a unanimous vote by its City Council, all seven ...
Map Shows Where Teens Being Banned From Stores as Crime Surges
An increase in thefts and fights led to the same action at a Target store in the Valley Plaza Mall, in Bakersfield, California, in August 2023, attributed to increased theft and fights. Signage ...
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Barbara Lee wins Oakland mayor’s race, taking over a city in crisis
She defeated a slate of challengers led by former city council member Loren ... the recall of both Thao and District Attorney Pamela Price. “The residents of Oakland want a mayor who’s going ...
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Cal City to hear final comments on map
CALIFORNIA CITY — California City residents have a final opportunity to weigh in on the proposed district map for electing council members during a public hearing on Tuesday. At the conclusion of the ...
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A Congressional Outsider Becomes the Establishment Pick for Oakland Mayor
Voters in November ousted Pamela Price, the progressive district ... California, Berkeley. “The level of resentment and anger is off the charts.” Image Mr. Taylor, a former Oakland City ...