Oakland Reporter
Shomik Mukherjee
Shomik Mukherjee covers Oakland, with a focus on local politics, developments and activism. He previously reported in Contra Costa County and before joining the Bay Area News Group he worked in Eureka and Santa Barbara. Find him taking walks around town; he is always looking for story tips.
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5 things to know about the A’s relocation vote as MLB owners meetings begin
MLB owners are expected to vote on the Oakland Athletics' proposed move to Las Vegas.
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Protesters arrested after taking over Oakland federal building calling for Gaza ceasefire
The protest follows similar actions at the Statue of Liberty and Grand Central Station in New York.
Oakland’s new fire chief promises better mental health services for firefighters
"Oakland really raised me, helped me cut my teeth, realize what it means to give back to my city," the new fire chief said Monday at his swearing-in ceremony.
Attorney: Oakland police sergeant acted in self-defense in fatal shooting
Except for minimum details released the day of the shooting, neither the police department or city officials have released any additional information.
Oakland’s leaders pressured to support ceasefire in Gaza as warfare continues
"Gaza is a graveyard for children," said one pro-Palestinian speaker at an Oakland City Council meeting Tuesday. "Can you imagine a graveyard of children on (our country's) dime?"
Jorge Lerma on path to filling critical Oakland school board seat, but more results to come
The District 5 seat is the only one vacant on the Oakland Unified School District board, which frequently finds itself split over finances and political issues.
Oakland school board election: Jorge Lerma with early lead, despite little financial backing
In early returns Tuesday night, Lerma had nearly 63% support to Ritzie-Hernandez's 37%.
In showy late-game swing, Oakland mayor calls for MLB owners to reject A’s move
"This is more than just a game," Mayor Sheng Thao said at Tuesday's event. "These are intergenerational memories, tradition, culture."
Judge deals blow to opponents of Oakland A’s ballpark in Las Vegas
“Their goal is to fight us on this in court every step of the way," said a union representative of the A's and their allies.
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Hope emerges for Oakland A’s fans: Nevada teachers challenge Las Vegas ballpark funding
"We're confident Nevada citizens are going to choose schools over stadiums next November," says a rep for the teachers union.