Barbara Lee, Oakland's longtime progressive former congresswoman, was sworn in as the city's 52nd mayor on Tuesday, promising to usher in a new era of progress and unity in an embattled city she has ...

The longtime progressive icon touted the city’s declining crime levels, noting her efforts to streamline permit approvals.

Mayor Barbara Lee has a new initiative to combat homelessness in Oakland. She introduced a five-point plan, focused on prevention and outreach, as well as creating a new city office, the "Office of ...

OAKLAND, Calif. - Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee delivered her first State of the City address Tuesday night, just 140 days after taking office. Speaking before the Oakland City Council, Lee highlighted ...

On Tuesday, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee delivered her first State of the City address amid a host of problems usually only seen ...

Mayor Barbara Lee said Oakland "is on the move" in her first State of the City speech Tuesday, touting progress made during her four-and-a-half months in office - and reiterated her defiance towards ...

Barbara “Sue” Reifenstahl, 86, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died Thursday, January 30, 2025. A visitation will be held from 4 - 6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at The Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood ...

A 45-year-old man accused of emailing racist death threats to Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee was charged with a felony after her staff discovered the emails in her inbox.

Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee said Thursday that the city is prepared for a surge in federal deployment even as U.S. President ...