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Who are the Oakland candidates challenging Mayor Barbara Lee? Three candidates are challenging Barbara Lee for the mayor’s seat. Credit: Amir Aziz/The Oaklandside. " data-large-file="https://oaklandside.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/large-Oakland-City-Hall-1.jpg" /> A victim’s rights advocate, a former banker and an “America first” activist share their visions for the city.
Newsom and Bonta create new hurdle for Trump-backed Oakland coal terminal Land in West Oakland near the port where developers hope to build a coal export terminal. The project would face heightened environmental scrutiny under a new state law. Credit: Darwin BondGraham/The Oaklandside. " data-large-file="https://oaklandside.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/IMG_5006-1600x1200.jpg" /> A new law requires stringent environmental review and mitigation measures for the controversial fossil fuel export project.
New state law gives Oakland power to boot cars of illegal dumpers Trash dumped on the street in West Oakland. Credit: Azucena Rasilla/The Oaklandside. " data-large-file="https://oaklandside.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/large-Illegal-dumping-1.jpg" /> State Sen. Jesse Arreguín, the bill’s author, said it will help the city crack down on scofflaws.
Illegal dumpers in Oakland could have their cars booted Illegal dumping at 75th Avenue and Hawley in August 2025. Credit: Natalie Orenstein / The Oaklandside. " data-large-file="https://oaklandside.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/large-Illegal-dumping.jpg" /> State Senator Jesse Arreguín’s bill to punish trash scofflaws just needs Gov. Newsom’s signature.
