AltWeeklies Wire
Oakland Police Department: Worst in the Statenew
Recent revelations about racism and millions in misspent funds raise questions about whether a federal takeover of Oakland police would be a bad thing.
East Bay Express |
Robert Gammon and Steven Tavares |
08-08-2012 |
Crime & Justice
Oakland A's Pull Racially Insensitive Adnew
After an outcry from East Bay Latinos, the team covered up a giant billboard on I-880 that many viewed as being racist.
East Bay Express |
Steven Tavares |
07-31-2012 |
Sports
The Making of a Police Scandalnew
In a case tinged with race and sex, confidential investigative reports reveal that a small cadre of San Leandro cops ginned up explosive charges against one of their own.
East Bay Express |
Steven Tavares |
11-03-2011 |
Crime & Justice
The Gloves Are Off in San Leandro Electionsnew
Municipal finances dominate the city's mayor and council races.
East Bay Express |
Steven Tavares |
10-20-2010 |
Elections
