Loren Taylor congratulates Barbara Lee in Oakland's mayoral race

Former City Councilmember Loren Taylor said he congratulated Barbara Lee in Oakland’s special mayoral election, following a shift in vote totals. Voter reactions were mixed, with some praising Lee’s leadership and others expressing disappointment over low turnout and the ranked-choice voting system.

Oakland mayoral candidates make final push ahead of special election

With less than 48 hours remaining before Oakland’s special election for mayor, the city’s two leading candidates, former U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee and former City Councilman Loren Taylor, spent Sunday canvassing neighborhoods, aiming to sway any remaining undecided voters.