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Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell Will Step Down in December

Published on October 08, 2025

Over the next several weeks, Chief Mitchell has committed to working closely with Mayor Barbara Lee and City Administrator Jestin Johnson to identify an interim Chief of Police to ensure the seamless transition of leadership and the continued effective operation of the Office of the Chief of Police.

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OPD Patrol Investigation Leads to Arrests and Firearms Recovered

Published on October 07, 2025

The Oakland Police Department (OPD) has arrested two individuals believed to be connected to a shooting on Saturday in Berkeley. On October 6, 2025, just after 3:30 p.m., OPD patrol officers attempted a vehicle enforcement stop in the 1300 block of 64th Avenue. The driver failed to comply and left at a high rate of speed, driving recklessly.

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Missing Person Allen Berry: At Risk Due to Medical Challenges

Published on October 07, 2025

The Oakland Police Department requests assistance from our community and media partners in locating Missing Person Allen Berry, who is at risk due to Medical Challenges.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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News Releases

Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell Will Step Down in December

OPD Patrol Investigation Leads to Arrests and Firearms Recovered

Missing Person Allen Berry: At Risk Due to Medical Challenges

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

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