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Oakland police arrest 9, impound dozens of vehicles in weekend Bay Bridge sideshow
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More than 100 officers from several jurisdictions assisted Oakland police with their investigation, pursuits, arrests and impoundments.Oakland
Oakland voters asked to approve new parcel tax, small business tax holiday on June ballot
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Measure E is a new $192 annual parcel tax increase; Measure C is a one-year business tax waiver for certain small and newly opened businesses.election
Alameda County Taxpayers Association lawsuit alleges city-union conspiracy on tax measure
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At issue is Measure E, a proposed $192 annual parcel tax increase that would raise $34 million a year for nine years to support the city’s 911 system, police and fire services, homelessness solutions and anti-illegal dumping efforts.Education
3 Alameda County school districts ask voters to approve funding measures on June ballot
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The Piedmont Unified School District is among the group.Education
Voters to decide fate of $8M annual parcel tax for Peralta Community College District
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Funds raised through Measure A are earmarked for academic classes, student services, and job training.Bay Area
Alameda County DA urges Swalwell victims to come forward, says none have done so yet
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Jones Dickson also contested the value of a hotline for potential victims set up by former district attorney Pamela Price.Oakland
Oakland council approves new policy making it easier to clear homeless encampment
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A 2024 Supreme Court decision enabled local governments to adopt stricter ordinances about camping in public spaces.Oakland
Oakland failed to collect millions in business taxes amid system gaps, audit finds
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The audit reviewed city tax data from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024 and was requested by the City Council in 2024.featured
