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OPD Seeks Help in Identifying Individuals in Connection to a Homicide

Published on October 01, 2025

Four years ago today, Dirk Tillotson was shot and killed during a home invasion robbery in East Oakland in October 2021. The Oakland Police Department (OPD) is requesting the community’s assistance in identifying two suspects wanted in connection with the homicide.

Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases, Police

OPD Removes Dangerous Firearms from Oakland Streets

Published on October 01, 2025

In recent days, the Oakland Police Department (OPD) has been actively involved in recovering dangerous firearms from the streets.

Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases, Police

Enhanced ADU & Building Permit Applications Now Online!

Published on October 01, 2025

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Planning & Building's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and large project Building Permit online permit applications!

Tagged as: , Planning & Building

New Building Codes Take Effect Jan 1, 2026

Published on October 01, 2025

As California prepares to roll out its most ambitious building code update in decades, the City of Oakland is taking decisive steps to align with the statewide standards while tailoring them to the city’s unique needs.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Planning & Building

Legalize Your Unpermitted ADU – Improve Your Home Value!

Published on October 01, 2025

Building Owners who have built unpermitted Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs) on their property may legalize their ADUs/JADUs.

Tagged as: , Housing, Planning & Building

City of Oakland Preparations for Federal Government Shutdown 2025

Published on September 30, 2025

The City administration and our departments are preparing for anticipated or potential impacts of the federal government shutdown, and we are reaching out to let you know what we’re assessing regarding potential impacts to Oakland, and how we are preparing.

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Missing Person Amarie Woods: At Risk Due to Age

Published on September 30, 2025

The Oakland Police Department requests assistance from our community and media partners in locating Missing Person Amarie Woods, who is at risk due to Age.

Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases, Missing Persons, Police

Oakland Leaders Break Ground on the Renovation of Tyrone Carney Park

Published on September 27, 2025

The $3.5 million capital improvement project will transform the park into a safe, vibrant community hub.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Public Works

Missing Person Joanna Perez: At Risk Due to Age

Published on September 27, 2025

The Oakland Police Department requests assistance from our community and media partners in locating Missing Person Joanna Perez, who is at risk due to Age.

Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases, Missing Persons, Police

Missing Person Desirae Dumas: At Risk Due to Age

Published on September 27, 2025

The Oakland Police Department requests assistance from our community and media partners in locating Missing Person Desirae Dumas, who is at risk due to Age.

Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases, Missing Persons, Police

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News Releases

OPD Seeks Help in Identifying Individuals in Connection to a Homicide

OPD Removes Dangerous Firearms from Oakland Streets

Enhanced ADU & Building Permit Applications Now Online!

New Building Codes Take Effect Jan 1, 2026

Legalize Your Unpermitted ADU – Improve Your Home Value!

City of Oakland Preparations for Federal Government Shutdown 2025

Missing Person Amarie Woods: At Risk Due to Age

Oakland Leaders Break Ground on the Renovation of Tyrone Carney Park

Missing Person Joanna Perez: At Risk Due to Age

Missing Person Desirae Dumas: At Risk Due to Age

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