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www.mercurynews.com
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Oakland inks new deal with security company tied to a key player in FBI probe

The Oakland City Council approved a $6 million contract for city security guards despite challenges from an FBI corruption probe. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 days ago
East Bay (California)

Can one of these candidates defeat former Oakland police chief Armstrong in City Council election?

LeRonne Armstrong is a prominent candidate for City Council, bringing a mix of controversy and community support after his dismissal as police chief. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland may have to declare fiscal emergency as it faces historic budget deficit

The Oakland city council faced significant challenges in analyzing a new budget proposal with impending deadlines amidst a historic $200 million deficit, potential layoffs, cuts to public safety, and asset audits. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Oakland inks new deal with security company tied to a key player in FBI probe

The Oakland City Council approved a $6 million contract for city security guards despite challenges from an FBI corruption probe. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 days ago
East Bay (California)

Can one of these candidates defeat former Oakland police chief Armstrong in City Council election?

LeRonne Armstrong is a prominent candidate for City Council, bringing a mix of controversy and community support after his dismissal as police chief. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland may have to declare fiscal emergency as it faces historic budget deficit

The Oakland city council faced significant challenges in analyzing a new budget proposal with impending deadlines amidst a historic $200 million deficit, potential layoffs, cuts to public safety, and asset audits. [ more ]
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www.mercurynews.com
2 days ago
Privacy professionals

Mayor Sheng Thao to avoid tie-breaking vote on lucrative city security contract tied to business associate of FBI target

Mayor Thao avoided a tie-breaking vote on a controversial security contract linked to an FBI investigation, emphasizing legislative independence. [ more ]
The Oaklandside
1 week ago
East Bay (California)

Labor policy proposal continues to ruffle feathers in affordable housing industry

Oakland City Council is considering a law for stronger labor benefits in affordable housing projects utilizing Measure U funding. [ more ]
The Oaklandside
1 week ago
East Bay (California)

How to watch Oakland 2024 election candidate forums

Candidate forums offer voters a chance to engage directly with local political candidates.
Multiple endorsement meetings scheduled for City Council and school board candidates before the election. [ more ]
Streetsblog
3 weeks ago
San Francisco 49ers

Talking Headways Podcast: The Real Work of Safe Streets - Streetsblog USA

Oakland's City Council recognizes traffic safety as a priority, but implementation of transportation projects must be expedited for meaningful change. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
SF politics

Switching Oakland City Council races backfires on candidate, leaving her off the ballot

Tonya Love's switch to another council race before the deadline resulted in her exclusion from the November ballot due to insufficient signatures. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times
2 months ago
SF politics

Youth Vote: Measure QQ Comes to Life - San Francisco Bay Times

Allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to vote for school board directors in Oakland aims to increase youth civic engagement. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Massive cuts likely to balance Oakland budget without coliseum sale

Exclusion of $100 million from Oakland Coliseum sale in budget poses challenges and may lead to significant cuts in city services. [ more ]
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