Senior News Reporter

George Kelly

The former councilmember has 51.17% of votes. Ballot processing continues until Friday.

Who really wanted to defund the Oakland police? A dirty flyer points at Lee's opponent Loren Taylor. The truth is exactly the opposite. 

Leaders once again face tough cuts to keep the city solvent. Experts say charter reform could end the cycle.

The 16-person vehicle enforcement unit will focus on abandoned autos, vehicle encampments and autos subject to booting.

The sergeant whose conduct landed the city’s top cop on leave could face criminal charges, which Alameda County’s last DA declined to file.