Sheng Thao won't ask to move criminal case out of Oakland

Lawyers for former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao told a federal judge that they won't be asking to move her criminal bribery case out of Oakland, something they had brought up as a possibility at a prior court hearing.

San Leandro councilmember linked to Sheng Thao corruption scheme charged by feds

San Leandro Councilmember Bryan Azevedo has been federally charged with conspiracy, accused of accepting bribes and kickbacks to help an affordable housing company win city contracts.

Loren Taylor takes early lead in Oakland mayoral race; Dist. 2 and Measure A results

Loren Taylor was leading in early returns in the special election to select Oakland's next mayor Tuesday night, according to the Alameda County Registrar of Voters' Office.  

Oakland reacts to indictment against former Mayor Sheng Thao

Reaction to recalled Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao's indictment is rolling in. Some of the mayor's previous opponents are saying the indictment is vindication of their suspicions. 

Who are the Duongs, family charged in Sheng Thao's indictment?

The Duong Family owns Cal Waste Solutions, Oakland's recycling company, which also provides junk pick-up in San Jose, and an integrated waste management facility in their native Vietnam.

Recalled Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao indicted in FBI investigation

Thao's longtime boyfriend, Andre Jones, and David Duong and his son, Andy Duong, were also charged in the indictment.

Timeline of FBI investigation into ex-Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao

Thao’s home was raided by the FBI in June, though at the time, the agency would not confirm what they were investigating.

Former Oakland city council staffer, former city councilmember join mayor's race

At least seven candidates have filed paperwork, stating their intention to run for Oakland mayor. that essentially launches their fundraising campaigns over the next four months.

Former Oakland City Council staffer Renia Webb to run in mayoral election

Renia Webb, a former staffer for ousted Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, has filed papers with the city about her intention to run in the election to replace her. 

Oakland Councilmember Bas takes narrow lead in supervisor District 5 race

Oakland City Councilmember Nikki Fortunato Bas is narrowly ahead in the race for the District 5 seat on the Alameda County Board of Supervisors, according to the latest results released by the county late Friday afternoon.

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and Alameda County DA Pamela Price successfully recalled

History has been made in Alameda County and in Oakland as the progressive-minded District Attorney Pamela Price and Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao have been recalled by voters in Tuesday's election. 

Oakland's Fentons Creamery responds to reports of possible closure

Fentons, the beloved and time-honored Oakland ice cream shop and restaurant, is responding to reports that the family favorite creamery is shutting its doors due to high crime.

Live 2024 Election Results: Oakland Mayor Recall

Follow along for the latest results in the election to recall Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.

Union backs Thao recall; as recall opponents blast wealthy donor

Protesters who oppose the recall of Oakland mayor Sheng Thao performed a skit outside the Piedmont home of Philip Dreyfuss, a donor who has put money into the recall effort of Thao and Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price.

Oakland mayor announces $2M fed grant for gun-violence prevention

Oakland has been awarded a $2 million federal grant to help prevent gun violence, Mayor Sheng Thao announced on Monday.