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Oakland council approves new policy making it easier to clear homeless encampment

A 2024 Supreme Court decision enabled local governments to adopt stricter ordinances about camping in public spaces.

The former low-security women’s prison was closed in 2024.

See where to find a local police officer this month at one of the department's casual meet-ups for residents.

Mayor Lee says downward trend reflects coordination between violence prevention programs, crisis response teams, and law enforcement.

Legislators approved an audit of three joint intelligence centers, citing concerns about civil liberties and privacy.

Plus: Stolen car on Magnolia.

Cameras at a stretch of Broadway have averaged 539 warnings a day — now those warnings will be citations.

Critics say cameras are "ripe for abuse," while vendor (Flock) claims customers (cities) can control who accesses their data.

Residence on Blair Avenue had open garage door.

Chat with a police officer at one of the upcoming casual meet-ups around town.