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The Curse of the Oakland Mayor's SUV

Oakland City Hall break-in raises questions about its security vendor; San Leandro CM wants council to reverse year-old censure and issue him an apology; Polls show Swalwell gaining strength
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Fremont Wants To Charter A New Course
Council advances an accelerated plan to overhaul city governance, even as the city manager urges caution and delay; San Leandro City Council offers…
New Questions About Eric Swalwell's Residency
The gubernatorial candidate says he pays rent under a lease but has provided no documentation. Voter files, property records, and Washington, D.C. home…
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Mad Dash to November: Alameda County’s November Election Season Is Already Underway
Eight mayoral races—including an open contest in Alameda and a council showdown in Dublin—headline a November election that could remake multiple city…
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Feeling the squeeze
From hospital rooms to train platforms: Alameda County residents are facing staggering cuts across the safety net and public transit
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Ex-Parks District GM files explosive claims alleging retaliation, gender discrimination
Former East Bay Regional Park District GM alleges male board director said 'women shouldn't be gardeners,' while another doubted a board colleague's…
 • Steve Tavares
Ex-San Leandro Councilmember Bryan Azevedo Admits Fraud in Modular Homes Scheme
Guilty plea in federal court ends political career and sets up testimony in explosive corruption trial tied to Sheng Thao and the Duongs
 • Steve Tavares
Alameda County Delays Decision on Flock Safety Camera Contract Amid Privacy Concerns
Supervisors postpone a one-year extension sought by the Sheriff’s Office as critics warn of federal data access and growing surveillance risks
 • Steve Tavares
Azevedo Resigns, Leaves San Leandro Without Ever Facing the Public
The embattled councilmember exits office ahead of a guilty plea in federal court, capping a corruption scandal marked by silence, avoidance, and a…
 • Steve Tavares
San Leandro Councilmember Bryan Azevedo Resigns Ahead of Federal Court Appearance
Azevedo is expected to plead guilty and cooperate with prosecutors in the Oakland public corruption case, marking a dramatic political downfall.
 • Steve Tavares
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