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East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
5 days ago

Oakland officials have flagrantly violated transparency law

Oakland elected officials frequently violate the California Public Records Act by delaying, incompletely responding to, or ignoring public records requests, undermining transparency and trust.
fromThe Mercury News
6 days ago

High-ranking Oakland official who spoke to feds about ex-mayor leaves for another East Bay city

OAKLAND - A high-ranking Oakland city official who said he provided federal investigators key evidence that led to criminal indictments against ex-Mayor Sheng Thao and others is leaving his role to take a leadership job in another East Bay city.
US politics
US politics
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Oakland Mayor Lee's State of the City speech is today. Here's what we're listening for

Mayor Barbara Lee's Oct. 7 State of the City address will address unity, immigrant protections, and policy priorities amid significant city challenges.
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US politics
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Can former Mayor Sheng Thao get a fair trial in Oakland?

Sheng Thao seeks a change of venue, arguing pervasive local publicity and political attacks prevent a fair trial in Oakland.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Feds tell San Leandro councilman he's under investigation for bribery

Federal prosecutors have officially placed San Leandro Councilmember Bryan Azevedo under investigation for potential corruption, including bribery and false statements.
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