OAKLAND, CA - Barbara Lee has been announced as the next Mayor of Oakland, making Lee the city’s first-ever Black female ...

OAKLAND — Barbara Lee opened her first news conference as Oakland’s mayor-elect with a nod to her Catholic upbringing and ...

I accept your choice with a deep sense of responsibility, humility and love,' Lee said in her victory statement.

The former congresswoman and progressive trailblazer takes the helm after a turbulent recall election, pledging to bring stability and collaboration to City Hall.