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Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee: Must-Have Hope to End Federal Oversight

January 31, 2026January 31, 2026 SnapLive Newsaccountability, Barbara Lee, community engagement, federal oversight, law enforcement, local control, Oakland Mayor, Oakland news, police reform, self-sufficiency

Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee believes that embracing hope is essential to ending federal oversight, paving the way for a new era of police reforms in the city. As the conversation unfolds, the communitys involvement and commitment to local control could reshape Oakland’s policing landscape for the better. Read More

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Trump Cancels Exclusive Federal Surge to SF: What to Expect

October 23, 2025October 23, 2025 SnapLive Newsfederal assistance, federal surge, homelessness, local control, Mayor London Breed, political reactions, public safety, San Francisco, Trump, urban challenges

The recent cancellation of the federal surge in San Francisco has left city leaders and residents grappling with what it means for their ongoing challenges. As discussions unfold, the focus shifts to how local authorities will navigate critical issues like homelessness and public safety in the absence of this anticipated support. Read More