Crime is falling, but do Oaklanders feel safer?
Oakland police cleared just 17 property crimes out of more than 30,000. Staffing explains part of it, but there’s more below the surface.
Empower Oakland
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Why Oakland can't afford to sleep on school board races
This November, Oakland has a real chance to change who's running its schools. Here's why it matters for all Oaklanders, whether or not you have kids in OUSD.
If crime is down, why does Oakland have fewer cops than ever?
Oakland pays more for police than any big city in California, and gets the fewest cops for it
Oaklanders reject Measure E — and what’s ahead in Oakland politics
Voters said no to a new tax measure for the first time in 15 years, signaling residents are done with the status quo
Reminder: One week left to vote in the June primary
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Why Oaklanders should vote NO on Measure E
Oakland already pays the highest taxes per capita. Keep our leaders accountable by voting no on Measure E on June 2.
Empower Oakland is hiring
We’re hiring an executive director, and looking for volunteer/part-time roles across social media, design, events, and volunteer coordination
Does Oakland need to reform its police commission?
New poll found 6 in 10 Oakland voters want significant changes to the civilian-led police commission, including majority support across every council district and every major demographic group
Act now: Oakland’s encampment policy is up for a vote Tuesday
Why Oakland city council should pass a new encampment policy
Empower Oakland 2026 June Primary Voter Guide
Read our endorsements for the important June 2 primary election