Lateefah Simon sworn into Congress
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2024 Elections
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Opinion: East Bay voters oust progressives over crime, housing
East Bay voters are frustrated with crime and housing inequality. The recalls of Pamela Price and Sheng Thao signal a conservative political shift.
Oakland election results: Mayor, District attorney recalled
Voters appear to favor recalls of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price.
Other results pending as ballots being counted, rank-choice voting calculations pending.
For Justice: Vote Yes on 6 and No on 36
Vote Yes on Proposition 6, which ends forced labor in prisons, and No on Proposition 36, to avoid a new war on drugs.
An interview with Jovanka Beckles, candidate for State Senate District 7
Jovanka Beckles is currently on the AC Transit Board of Directors. She's running for State Senate District 7, which includes Oakland.
Measure NN will shape Oakland’s public safety–but risks being overlooked
Oakland residents agree on the need for violence prevention. Measure NN would provide funds for police and fire services. Opponents say the measure does not do enough.
What’s at Stake with Measure NN? Funding, Public Safety, and Accountability in Oakland
Prop. 6 could end ‘slavery’ in California prisons
Proposition 6 would eliminate involuntary servitude or forced prison labor in California state prisons. Some oppose ending slavery due to possible labor costs.
How the 2024 election looks for one first-time voter from Oakland
Alma Collins Dumas, 18, shares her perspective of the 2024 elections as a first-time voter.
Black women back Kamala Harris for President, criticize Black men for lack of support
Black women voters are strongly supporting Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential bid, and criticizing Black men who do not share their enthusiasm for her candidacy.
Opinion: East Bay voters oust progressives over crime, housing
East Bay voters are frustrated with crime and housing inequality. The recalls of Pamela Price and Sheng Thao signal a conservative political shift.
Oakland election results: Mayor, District attorney recalled
Voters appear to favor recalls of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price. Other results pending as ballots being counted, rank-choice voting calculations pending.
For Justice: Vote Yes on 6 and No on 36
Vote Yes on Proposition 6, which ends forced labor in prisons, and No on Proposition 36, to avoid a new war on drugs.
An interview with Jovanka Beckles, candidate for State Senate District 7
Jovanka Beckles is currently on the AC Transit Board of Directors. She's running for State Senate District 7, which includes Oakland.
Measure NN will shape Oakland’s public safety–but risks being overlooked
Oakland residents agree on the need for violence prevention. Measure NN would provide funds for police and fire services. Opponents say the measure does not do enough. What’s at Stake with Measure NN? Funding, Public Safety, and Accountability in Oakland
Prop. 6 could end ‘slavery’ in California prisons
Proposition 6 would eliminate involuntary servitude or forced prison labor in California state prisons. Some oppose ending slavery due to possible labor costs.
How the 2024 election looks for one first-time voter from Oakland
Alma Collins Dumas, 18, shares her perspective of the 2024 elections as a first-time voter.
Black women back Kamala Harris for President, criticize Black men for lack of support
Black women voters are strongly supporting Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential bid, and criticizing Black men who do not share their enthusiasm for her candidacy.