Last year, Oakland voters recalled Mayor Barbara Lee’s predecessor, Sheng Thao, in large part over boiling frustrations about ...

Barbara Lee takes the reins of her troubled hometown The former Democratic representative faces steep budget deficits and political turmoil in Oakland.

Hundreds gathered at Oakland's historic Jack London Square on Sunday to witness the inauguration of Mayor Barbara Lee, ushering in a new chapter for the city under her leadership.

The longtime progressive former congresswoman was sworn in as Oakland's 52nd mayor on Tuesday, promising to usher in a new era in an embattled city she has called deeply divided.

OAKLAND — The room fell silent Tuesday when Barbara Lee was sworn in as the city’s mayor. After a rousing standing ovation, it quieted once again when Lee acknowledged a personal significance ...

Former Congresswoman Barbara Lee, left, surged ahead of opponent Loren Taylor, right, after Alameda County election officials released the latest vote tally in the Oakland mayor’s race.

Former U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee was sworn in as Oakland's 52nd mayor Tuesday, kicking off what many hope is an era of stability following the tumultuous tenure of her predecessor.

Barbara Lee says transition team will help Oakland ‘rebuild accountability and results’ In a press release on Friday, Lee announced she has selected 15 people for her transition committee.

Barbara Lee speaks to supporters after being sworn in as Mayor of Oakland at Oakland City Hall on May 20, 2025. The former congresswoman faces no shortage of challenges as Oakland’s mayor, including a ...

Barbara Lee doesn’t need any reminders; she’s got a tough job ahead of her. “We’ve been working very hard,” she told KQED on Tuesday, a week before she is set to be sworn in as Oakland’s next mayor.

Former Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) was projected to win a special election to become the next mayor of Oakland, according to Decision Desk HQ, in what became a closer-than-expected race amid ...

OAKLAND, California — With her hand on the Bible in a packed City Hall, Barbara Lee, Oakland’s favorite daughter, vowed today to put her beleaguered city “back on the right track” as she ...