Oakland Barbara Lee officially declares her candidacy for Oakland mayor, promises to be ‘hands on’ By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | January 9, 2025 The newly retired congresswoman, now 78, first got her start as chief of staff for US Representative Ron Dellums, who later served as Oakland mayor from 2007-2011.
election Former Rep. Barbara Lee files her paperwork for upcoming Oakland mayoral election By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | January 7, 2025 So far, in addition to Lee, 13 people have filed papers signaling a potential run for mayor.
Elections Conflict over race, LGBTQ issues cost schools more than $3 billion last school year By Diana Lambert | EdSource | December 4, 2024 Uncivil discourse and hostile rhetoric come with a cost, according to recently released research.
City City to host reception for new and outgoing Piedmont elected officials on Dec. 16 By Exedra Staff | November 24, 2024 All are welcome to attend the event at the Community Hall.
election California’s slow vote count sows doubt — Here’s how one group is trying to fix that By Yue Stella Yu, CalMatters | November 23, 2024 It's a "pig in a python" problem.
crime DA Price concedes in AlCo recall election, defends record on criminal justice reform By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | November 19, 2024 Recall groups spent more than $2.5 million in a campaign to blame her for crime and hammer home the notion that she was soft on criminals.
election Oakland councilmember Bas takes narrow lead in Alameda District 5 supervisor race By Dan McMenamin | Bay City News | November 17, 2024 Initial election results had Nikki Bas trailing Emeryville City Councilmember John Bauters, but as of Friday she was leading by a mere 106 votes.
election California Secretary of State outlines vote counting process in week after election By Ruth Dusseault, Bay City News | November 15, 2024 California’s expansive mail-in voting system adds to the time required for vote tabulation.
City UPDATED: Measure P support tops 80% in latest ballot count By Exedra Staff | November 8, 2024 Vote tally updated on Friday, November 8.
City UPDATED: McCarthy, Plimier ahead in City Council race By Exedra Staff | November 8, 2024 Race remains unchanged with latest county vote update.