Congresswoman Barbara Lee launched her campaign Wednesday, joining the special election race for Mayor of Oakland. Supporters ...

Many city leaders say the retired congresswoman will unite a fractured Oakland, while some worry she’s more of the same.

In a historic first, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors now has four LGBTQ community members serving on it.

Time and time again, Oaklanders have faced our toughest obstacles by uniting to meet our challenges,” Lee said in a statement ...

If convicted of child sexually abusive activity, Sutherland faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $100,000.

Gov. Gavin Newsom's declaration that Oakland needs to loosen its police pursuit policy has prompted discussion and debate ...

After 27 years in the House, rumors that the former lawmaker would step up have been brewing since December.

"I've never shied away from a challenge. I'm always ready to fight for Oakland." Former Congresswoman Barbara Lee announced ...

Barbara Lee, a progressive icon who represented the East Bay in the House for more than two decades, officially launched her ...

Former Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) announced Wednesday that she is running to be the next mayor of Oakland this year. Lee ...