Oakland loosens rules on police chases, giving officers more leeway
The Oakland Police Commission this week gave police Chief Floyd Mitchell the green light to allow officers to start a car chase without prior approval from a supervisor and to read more…
September 27, 2025
Nearly $1 billion in tax money now flowing to Alameda County child care providers
Alameda County officials announced Monday the release of $17 million in emergency grants to more than 370 licensed child care providers across the county. Childcare centers in Oakland, Hayward and read more…
September 23, 2025
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