Oakland, Sheng Thao

Rivals of ex-Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao say they're not surprised about corruption indictment
The federal corruption charges against former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao did not come as a surprise to many of her political opponents and even a former ally, who had long voiced concerns over her conduct.
Former Oakland Mayor Is Indicted on Federal Corruption Charges
Sheng Thao, who was recalled by voters in the California city in November, said last year that she had done nothing wrong. She pleaded not guilty to the charges on Friday.
Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao reportedly indicted
Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao was criminally indicted by a federal grand jury, according to the San Francisco Chronicle, following a corruption investigation by the FBI.
Ex-Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, 3 Others Charged With Bribery in Sprawling Corruption Probe
Federal authorities on Friday charged Thao; her boyfriend, Andre Jones; and local business owners David and Andy Duong with conspiracy and bribery.
Two Months After Recall, Former Oakland Mayor Indicted
A federal grand jury has indicted Sheng Thao as part of a sprawling case involving other top Bay Area officials and contractors.
Former Oakland mayor, longtime partner indicted in alleged bribery scheme
All four made an initial appearance Friday. Federal prosecutors allege Thao, who was elected Oakland's mayor in 2022, agreed that the city would purchase housing units from one of the Duongs ...
Sheng Thao’s indictment is already getting political. Here’s who might get hit by the fallout
Sheng Thao may be out of office, but the former Oakland mayor — recalled in November and indicted this month — is going to loom over Oakland politics at a critical time for the city. That much was clear Friday.
Former Oakland mayor indicted on bribery charges in money scheme: FBI
Oakland’s former mayor, Sheng Thao, was indicted in connection with a public corruption scheme. Thao faces bribery and conspiracy charges.
Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao faces federal charges
The Department of Justice is charging former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao with six counts of conspiracy, bribery, mail fraud and wire fraud. We have team coverage from KRON4's Dan Kerman and Rob Nesbitt in this comprehensive report.
Oakland city employee resigns following grand jury indictment of former Mayor Thao, Duong Family
The fallout continues from the FBI's investigation into bribery and corruption charges related to Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.
City Hall official: Ex-Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao pushed to promote staffer courted by her alleged bribers
A top city official he didn’t believe Thao’s choice was qualified. But the mayor wanted the staffer in her close circle, the ...
Barbara Lee announces bid for Oakland mayor as city looks to rise from crisis
Former U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee, who represented the East Bay in Congress for over two decades, announced plans to run for mayor ...
Barbara Lee formally announces candidacy for Oakland mayor
"I've never shied away from a challenge. I'm always ready to fight for Oakland." Former Congresswoman Barbara Lee announced ...
Barbara Lee, newly retired from Congress, announces run for Oakland mayor
Time and time again, Oaklanders have faced our toughest obstacles by uniting to meet our challenges,” Lee said in a statement ...
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Oakland Officials React to Indictment of Former Mayor Thao in Corruption Case
Renia Webb, Thao’s former chief of staff while she was on the Oakland City Council and who worked for her during her transition to mayor, told KQED she testified before the federal grand ...