He claims it was self-defense, but a man admits shooting at a key witness in the federal corruption case against former ...

Oakland voters have a provocative choice in next month's special election for mayor, as longtime former Rep. Barbara Lee ...

In a twist of fate that could end up re-energizing Lee's political career, Oakland found itself in need of a new chief executive after voters in November recalled Mayor Sheng Thao. The ouster ...

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At times, their backers have appeared more concerned with escaping the shadow of Sheng Thao than taking on the opposing campaign. Thao, who was recalled by 61% of voters in November and more ...

At times, their backers have appeared more concerned with escaping the shadow of Sheng Thao than taking on the opposing campaign.

Oakland, California, voters who recalled their mayor in November over crime, homelessness and allegations of corruption are weighing whether to give the job to former U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee, a ...

Former Mayor Sheng Thao was ousted barely two years into her term. Voters in November also recalled Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price, whose territory included Oakland, and Los Angeles ...