The “Oakland Inaugural Fund Committee” is asking for major contributions to support the new mayor’s inauguration.

Jenkins had the unique experience of running the city for five months. We chatted with him about leadership, budgeting woes, ...

THE BUZZ: SAILING AWAY — Latino voters in California drifted away from Democrats in last fall’s presidential election, ...

OAKLAND, Calif. -- In February 2018 when then-mayor of Oakland Libby Schaaf decided to warn her constituents about a forthcoming raid in her community, she didn't think she would become the face ...

OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) -- In February 2018 when then-mayor of Oakland Libby Schaaf decided to warn her constituents about a forthcoming raid in her community, she didn't think she would become the ...

For the first time in modern history, Oakland voters are being asked whether they want to recall a mayor they put into office ...

OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) -- Former Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf is facing tens of thousands of dollars in fines for violations of city election laws. Schaaf, who is currently running for California ...

Jerry Brown struck back in his own appearance. Ms. Schaaf, 52, is a dyed-in-the-wool liberal, but her tenure has been marked by housing affordability issues and a police scandal. Las Vegas was ...

OAKLAND, Calif. -- Former Oakland mayor Libby Schaaf announced Thursday she has entered the race to become the next California state treasurer in 2026. Schaaf served as mayor from 2015 to 2023.

OAKLAND – Former Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf announced Thursday that she has launched a campaign to run for California state treasurer in 2026. "I know how to couple progressive values with ...