The Oakland Police Commission will vote on recommendations to fix a restrictive rule that lets many criminals flee the scene of a crime without OPD in pursuit. Gov. Gavin Newsom has called for a ...

OAKLAND, Calif. -- Gov. Gavin Newsom announced at an Oakland press conference Friday he's extending the state's law enforcement partnership with the city beyond its initial end-of-the-year ...

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced at an Oakland news conference Friday he is extending the state’s law enforcement partnership with the city beyond its initial end-of-the-year deadline, but warned the ...

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

With the city of Oakland in limbo, awaiting special elections to replace two politicians recalled from office, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced he will keep California Highway Patrol officers on city ...

Oakland crime may have dropped by more than 30% in 2024, but many are still not feeling safe in their communities.

Gavin Newsom promised to add 500,000 new apprenticeships in the decade after taking office. The state is making progress, but ...

OPD is considering changes to its pursuit policy, which has drawn criticism from community members and Governor Newsom for being too restrictive of when officers are allowed to chase suspects.

Newsom survived a recall, weathered a pandemic, and coasted to reelection amid speculation about his ambitions for higher ...

Activists who want to allow for more police chases rallied Wednesday night before a Police Commission town hall intended to ...

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has expanded the focus of a special session he called to pass legislation safeguarding the state ...