On November 4, Legends Global said it will end operations at Oakland Arena and Oakland Coliseum and lay off about 1,600 workers by year’s end as the venues face separate ownership changes.
After Democrats won House and Senate majorities in the November 3 election, Oakland residents and local advocates welcomed the result while urging action on immigration, health care and transgender rights.Democrats’ November 3 victories gave them House and Senate majorities, encouraging Oakland advocates who want Congress to counter immigration enforcement and health care cuts and protect transgender people.Democrats won House and Senate majorities on November 3 as Bay Area voters reacted to high fuel prices, inflation and tariffs, while Oakland advocates urged the incoming Congress to address local concerns.
Oakland voters cast ballots on November 3 to decide whether Barbara Lee wins a full mayoral term or one of three challengers replaces her. The outcome of Measure EE could also expand the mayor’s powers.Oakland voters decide on November 3 whether Barbara Lee should receive a full term, while Measure EE could give the mayor more control over city departments and legislation.On November 3, Oakland voters choose a mayor and decide whether Measure EE will strengthen the office. Barbara Lee seeks a full term against three challengers who argue the city needs different leadership or priorities.
Mario Juarez testified on October 30 in the federal case alleging corruption by former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and three co-defendants, describing an alleged deal involving city contracts, money and campaign support.On October 30, cooperating witness Mario Juarez testified in the federal trial of former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and three co-defendants, describing an alleged exchange of campaign support and money for city contracts.Mario Juarez testified on October 30 that he and business partners expected city favors in return for money and campaign assistance, as former Mayor Sheng Thao and three co-defendants face federal charges.
Catholics protested outside the Oakland Diocese’s Cathedral of Christ the Light on October 29, criticizing Bishop Michael Barber’s participation in a White House prayer with President Donald Trump shortly before the midterm election.Oakland Catholics protested on October 29 after Bishop Michael Barber joined a White House prayer with President Donald Trump shortly before the midterm election, objecting to the political message the event conveyed.Bishop Michael Barber said he used an October 22 White House meeting to raise concerns affecting his community; protesters challenged his participation outside the Oakland Diocese cathedral on October 29.
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