Jul 10, 2024
The city has a solution, but it’s on hold. by Ashley McBride July 10, 2024, 8:51 a.m. Four years ago, Oakland’s political watchdog, the Public Election Commission, released a report that helps shed light on a small part of the chaotic past few weeks in the municipal...
Jun 13, 2024
Two activist groups held dueling news conferences outside of Oakland City Hall on Wednesday to raise concerns over the city’s proposed budget, as officials work to close a $292 million deficit over the next two years. An assortment of progressive groups calling...
May 21, 2024
Nearly three-quarters of Oakland voters (74%) approved an initiative in 2022 that took a comprehensive approach to campaign finance solutions in the city. However, one of its historic changes is in need of funding if it is going to be implemented by 2026; namely, its...
May 16, 2024
By Terry McSweeney and Velena Jones • Published May 14, 2024 • Updated on May 15, 2024 at 6:25 am The Alameda County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to have the recall election for DA Pamela Price in November. Ginger Conejero Saab reports. The Alameda County Board...
May 7, 2024
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — A new ruling by the California Supreme Court may change how police interact with the public. Community groups say it’s an important step to prevent over-policing. But some police unions say it’s going to make it harder for...
May 2, 2024
A group of Alameda County residents and community leaders held a rally in Oakland to support District Attorney Pamela Price and urge the county’s Board of Supervisors not to schedule a special election for her recall. The gathering this past Friday comes on the heels...
