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Thank you to our community members and media partners for supporting the Oakland Police Department (OPD) in the report of a possible kidnapping case.

The Oakland Police Department is requesting assistance from our community and media partners in locating a possible kidnapped individual.

The Oakland Police Department (OPD) arrested five individuals connected to an armed robbery series.

During the May 16, 2023 meeting of the Oakland City Council, elected officials will vote to authorize a study brought forth by Councilmember Carroll Fife to research the ongoing effects of public policy decisions of redlining, displacement through eminent domain, and urban renewal on the Black community in Oakland, and to assess ways to redress the harms caused through a “Black New Deal.”

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Today, the Oakland Police Department (OPD) welcomed 18 new officers to the OPD family as members of the 191st Basic Recruit Academy graduated at a ceremony held at the Scottish Rite Center.

In an effort to ease overcrowding at the shelter, OAS will extend hours, waive adoption fees, and expedite the adoption process from Thursday May 11th through Sunday May 14th, with the goal of finding homes for 75 big dogs. On Saturday, May 13th, join Oakland Animal Services for “Playgroup Rockstars,” an adoption event featuring super dog-social dogs.

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao announced her choice for the next City Administrator, Jestin Johnson. Johnson has extensive service in municipal and large organization management and is committed to working with City leaders and staff to address the challenges we face.

Oakland, California — This May, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is joining The Oakland Police to encourage more people to bike, ride safely, and wear helmets during National Bicycle Safety Month

Oakland, California — This May, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is teaming up with the Oakland Police Department to remind all motorists that Motorcyclist Safety Is Everyone’s Safety