Podcasts about alameda county

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Dems mark National Police Week with plaque honoring police who defended capitol during January 6th insurrection Cortese legislation would boost housing by relying on state credit instead of state budget Hundreds gather to expunge conviction records in part of campaign to clear records under 2023 law Trump actions follow Project Esther plan using Antisemitism to dismantle progressive movement House mulls overturning EPA rule limiting dioxins, mercury, lead, other highly toxic air pollutants Alameda County diaper bank addresses health and cost for families in need Dutch protest against Israel's Gaza campaign called biggest demonstration in 2 decades The post House mulls overturning EPA rule limiting dioxins; Alameda County diaper bank addresses health and cost for families in need – May 19, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

The East Bay Insiders couples retreat in Mexico was a success. They let us back into America. We play some catch-up with San Leandro Councilmember Bryan Azevedo's excruciatingly bad TV interview; Oakland's budget situtation, Alameda County Dems bid to censure Eric Swalwell and Raj Rajwan, Pamela Price's new club, plus East Bay MUD's parking space-gate, and much more. 

Send us a textlovethylawyer.comA transcript of this podcast is available at lovethylawyer.com. In collaboration with theAlameda County Bar Association, Love Thy Lawyer presents an interview with:Steve Fretzin Steve Fretzin is a business coach who only works with lawyers, teaching them how to bring in clients and run their practices. He also hosts the “Be That Lawyer” podcast, where he shares advice from top rainmakers. After the 2008 recession, Steve narrowed his sales‑training firm to focus on the legal world and never looked back. He built the “sales‑free selling” method so attorneys can win work without feeling pushy, and he now coaches lawyers across the U.S. and in countries like Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and Canada. In this episode he explains why a clear step‑by‑step process beats a hard sell, how to spot clients who will drain your time, and why every lawyer needs their own “book of business” for long‑term security. Tune in to hear simple, real‑world tips you can use right away to attract better clients, charge what you're worth, and feel confident about the future of your practice. You'll leave with fresh ideas on networking, pricing, and building a career that works on your terms.Steve Fretzinhttps://fretzin.com/    Alameda County Bar AssociationThe Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA) is a professional membership association for lawyers and other members of the legal profession. The ACBA provides access to ongoing legal education; and promotes diversity and civil rights in the Alameda County legal community. Our mission is to promote excellence in the legal profession and to facilitate equal access to justice.Please subscribe and listen. Then tell us who you want to hear and what areas of interest you'd like us to cover.  Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.comhttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/510.582.9090Music: Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, MauiTech: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms: Paul Robert louis@lovethylawyer.com

Progressive icon Barbara Lee is Oakland's next mayor. How did Lee hold off Loren Taylor's upstart campaign, and how will she tackle the city's pressing issues? Like Oakland, Pleasanton is facing a significant budget shortfall. So why were Pleasanton officials so fixated on orange signage at a gas station? Horse racing is a thing of the past at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, and why was Shawn Wilson so persistent about wrapping up this episode?

Send us a textA transcript of this podcast is easily available at lovethylawyer.com.Go to https://www.lovethylawyer.com/blog for transcripts. In collaboration with theAlameda County Bar Association, Love Thy Lawyer presents an interview with:Phil SchnayersonPhil Schnayerson is a longtime criminal defense attorney with decades of experience practicing law in Alameda County. He started his career as a public defender in the late 1960s and later moved into private practice, where he has represented a wide range of clients, including high-profile cases. One of his most notable cases was defending the punk rock band Dead Kennedys in the 1980s, a trial that has now been turned into a play. Over the years, he has handled cases involving everything from prison crimes to major appeals and has built a reputation as a dedicated and respected advocate in the courtroom. In this episode, Phil shares fascinating stories from his career, discusses the changes he has seen in the legal field, and talks about the unique dynamics of criminal law. He also reflects on what keeps him motivated after so many years in the profession. Tune in to hear about Phil's journey, his take on the justice system, and what he believes young lawyers should keep in mind when entering the field.Phil Schnayerson https://www.philcrimlaw.com/ Alameda County Bar AssociationThe Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA) is a professional membership association for lawyers and other members of the legal profession. The ACBA provides access to ongoing legal education; and promotes diversity and civil rights in the Alameda County legal community. Our mission is to promote excellence in the legal profession and to facilitate equal access to justice. Louis Goodmanwww.louisgoodman.comlouisgoodman2010@gmail.com510.582.9090 Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.comhttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/510.582.9090Music: Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, MauiTech: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms: Paul Robert louis@lovethylawyer.com

Oakland's special mayoral election is suddenly a close race. We break down what Barbara Lee and Loren Taylor need to do to win on April 15. Later, the behavior of elected officials at taxpayer-paid conferences and the incidient involving a San Leandro councilmember. Plus, a segment on Oakland Councilmember Kenny Houston; and Shawn's late 80s rap knowledge.

Known to many as Kali, she serves as the Program Navigator for the Regional Pacific Islander Task Force (RPITF). Proudly of Fijian descent and using she/her pronouns, Kali is dedicated to developing culturally relevant programs that connect Pacific Islanders in Alameda County with essential county resources. Her work ensures these programs are accessible, impactful, and tailored to the unique needs of the community.  Beyond her role with RPITF, Kali is a cultural entrepreneur, passionately teaching and preserving the art of Fijian tapa design, known as Masi, through community workshops and education. Her efforts help strengthen cultural identity and keep traditional practices alive for future generations.  Tonight, we're excited to dive into her work, her passion for cultural preservation, and the lasting impact of RPITF's initiatives. You won't want to miss this conversation! 

Send us a textlovethylawyer.comA transcript of this podcast is easily available atlovethylawyer.com.Go tohttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/blog for transcripts. In collaboration with theAlameda County Bar Association, Love Thy Lawyer presents an interview with:Nolan Armstrong Nolan Armstrong is an experienced attorney with two decades of litigation expertise, now transitioning into full-time mediation at Signature Resolutions. Known for his collaborative approach, he specializes in resolving complex legal disputes, including personal injury, real estate, and employment cases. During his legal career, Nolan handled significant cases like nationwide class actions under the Americans with Disabilities Act and successfully built a thriving litigation practice. He credits much of his success to being reliable, resourceful, and focused on client-centered outcomes. In this episode, Nolan discusses the transition from litigation to mediation, shares insights on the importance of preparation and collaboration in resolving disputes, and reflects on the challenges and rewards of his legal career. Tune in to learn practical tips for effective mediation, how to build trust with clients, and the value of embracing your unique style as a legal professional.Signature Resolutionhttps://signatureresolution.com/ Alameda County Bar AssociationThe Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA) is a professional membership association for lawyers and other members of the legal profession. The ACBA provides access to ongoing legal education; and promotes diversity and civil rights in the Alameda County legal community. Our mission is to promote excellence in the legal profession and to facilitate equal access to justice. Louis Goodmanwww.louisgoodman.comlouisgoodman2010@gmail.com510.582.9090 Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.comhttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/510.582.9090Music: Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, MauiTech: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms: Paul Robert louis@lovethylawyer.com

While Oaklanders are figuring out who will be their next mayor, Interim Oakland Mayor Kevin Jenkins sat down with us for coffee in a wide-ranging interview. Jenkins, who also serves East Oakland's District 6 council seat, chatted about juggling two big jobs at once, the upcoming budget process, his optimism about the Coliseum deal, a casino by the airport, his background as a county staffer, and telling his son a tall tale about dropping 60 points in a basketball game.

In another blow to Oakland's tourism industry, the largest hotel in the city's downtown is defaulting on its loan.The owners of the Oakland Marriott City Center, a 500-room hotel on Broadway, defaulted on its $100 million loan from Invesco CMI Investments, putting the property at risk of foreclosure, according to the Mercury News, citing Alameda County public records filed earlier this month. Gaw Capital, based in Hong Kong, purchased the hotel in 2017 for $143 million.

When David Muhammad was 15, his mother moved from Oakland, Calif., to Philadelphia with her boyfriend, leaving Muhammad in the care of his brothers, ages 20 and 21, both of whom were involved in the drug scene. Over the next two years, Muhammad was arrested three times — for selling drugs, attempted murder and illegal gun possession.For Muhammad, life turned around. He wound up graduating from Howard University, running a nonprofit in Oakland called the Mentoring Center and serving in the leadership of the District of Columbia's Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services. Then he returned to Oakland for a two-year stint as chief probation officer for Alameda County, in the same system that once supervised him.Muhammad's unlikely elevation came during a remarkable, if largely overlooked, era in the history of America's juvenile justice system. Between 2000 and 2020, the number of young people incarcerated in the United States declined by an astonishing 77 percent. Can that progress be sustained — or is America about to reverse course and embark on another juvenile incarceration binge? Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Recalled Alameda County DA Pamela Price is starting a podcast. Meanwhile, the newly appointed DA takes the reins. What does she need to do to stabilize the DAs office? Barbara Lee keeps making unforced errors. We take a look at recent polling that shows her support is dropping. Fremont wants to focus only on local issues. We talk about cats.

Send us a textlovethylawyer.comA transcript of this podcast is available at lovethylawyer.com.Go to https://www.lovethylawyer.com/blog for transcripts. In collaboration with the Alameda County Bar Association, Love Thy Lawyer presents an interview with:David ParnallDavid Parnall is a trust and estates attorney based in Oakland, California. His practice focuses on litigation and administration within the field, including cases related to elder abuse and probate matters. Before pursuing law, David spent a decade as a professional musician, touring with bands and exploring various styles of guitar music. His career path took a turn when he sought a meaningful and impactful way to contribute, eventually leading him to law school and his current legal focus. Today, he values the intellectual and interpersonal challenges his work provides, along with the opportunity to help his clients navigate complex legal situations. In this episode, David shares insights from his unique career journey, his approach to balancing personal and professional life, and his views on the importance of empathy and professionalism in legal practice. Tune in to this episode to learn about David's journey from musician to lawyer, his advice for new attorneys, and his perspective on staying grounded in a challenging profession.Parnall Trust & Estate Lawhttps://davidparnall.com/ Alameda County Bar AssociationThe Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA) is a professional membership association for lawyers and other members of the legal profession. The ACBA provides access to ongoing legal education; and promotes diversity and civil rights in the Alameda County legal community. Our mission is to promote excellence in the legal profession and to facilitate equal access to justice. Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.com louisgoodman2010@gmail.com 510.582.9090  Special thanks to ACBA staff and members: (https://www.acbanet.org/) Musical theme by Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, Maui Technical support: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms & Transcripts: Paul Roberts    We'd love to hear from you.  Send us an email at louisgoodman2010@gmail.com. Please subscribe and listen. Then tell us who you want to hear and what areas of interest you'd like us to cover.  Please rate us and review us on Apple Podcasts.    Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.comhttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/510.582.9090Music: Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, MauiTech: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms: Paul Robert louis@lovethylawyer.com

Welcome back to Trump's America and another round of attacks against people with disabilities. In the past week we saw Trump try to blame our community for the crash of American Eagle Flight 534. Trump's comments came less than 48 hours after his administration tried to freeze federal funding for many disability organizations, as well as programs like Medi-Cal and Section 8.  With all this chaos, it's understandable if you want to hide in the bedroom watching reality television for the next four years. Nieta Greene However, this Friday at 2:30 PM, Nieta Greene has another idea! She'll be encouraging people with disabilities to resist Trump‘s policies on KPFA's Pushing Limits program. Green is the founder and CEO of Disability Community for Democracy. She works to get organizations and policymakers to consider the needs of persons with disabilities. This new organization is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and defending liberal democracy and disability rights. On March 1st, the group will host a protest on zoom to push back against Trump's policies. Additionally, the organization advocates alongside public officials to do a better job at encouraging voters with disabilities to run for public office. Plus, we will hear from the next generation of truth-tellers as Josh Elwood interviews people with disabilities who are learning how to produce radio through a KPFA internship program. Thanks to grant support from Berkeley City College, Clayton Pedersen and Jess Hutcheson are gaining valuable work experience in the fields they would like to pursue – music and talk radio. Tune in to hear more! This episode of Pushing Limits is written and produced by Jacob Lesner-Buxton and Josh Elwood. It is hosted and voiced by Denny Daughters. Editing by Dominick Trevethan and Denny Daughters. Relevant Resources: Link to Disability Community for Democracy Also, look for them on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky. PSA: The recent devastation of the Southern California wildfires has shown us how important emergency/disaster preparedness is…and we've got some answers! Join Community Resources for Independent Living (CRIL) and CIL's Emergency Preparedness and Resilience program for a special Emergency Preparedness 101 specifically for Blind/Low Vision Communities, led by CIL's Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Sheela Gunn. This workshop will be held as a hybrid, both virtually over Zoom and in-person at the Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline Street, Berkeley, 94703, in the Osher Room. When: Thursday, February 13th, 2025, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM. Where: Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline Street, Berkeley, 94703, in the Osher Room and via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82594949995 What: A workshop for people who are Blind or Low Vision that live in the San Francisco Bay Area to learn, then apply, the basics of emergency/disaster preparedness. Who: The Center for Independent Living (CIL), serving northern Alameda County, and Community Resources for Independent Living (CRIL), serving southern Alameda County. Accessibility: The Ed Roberts Campus is a wheelchair-accessible space. Masks required for in-person attendees. Wayfinding support available. Other accommodations available upon request. Register at: https://bit.ly/EP101BLIND1 The post Disability Resistance in the Age of Trump – Pushing Limits – February 7, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Ursula Jones Dickson, a superior court judge, has been chosen as Alameda County's new District Attorney, 3 months after voters recalled Pamela Price from office. KQED's Samantha Lim explains why Jones Dickson was picked, and how she promises to be different from her predecessor. This episode was produced by Mel Velasquez and Jessica Kariisa, and guest hosted by Alan Montecillo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a text lovethylawyer.comA transcript of this podcast is available at lovethylawyer.com. Judge Lise Pearlman was the first presiding judge of the California State Bar Court. She is now a bestselling author and speaker on historical legal cases. She has also served as chair of the Oakland Public Ethics Commission and president of Women Lawyers of Alameda County. Throughout her career, Judge Pearlman has presided over high-profile cases, contributed to legal ethics reforms, and written extensively on major 20th-century trials, including her recent book about the Lindbergh kidnapping case, Suspect No. 1: The Man Who Got Away. Her work sheds new light on historical events through meticulous research. In this interview, Judge Pearlman shares intriguing insights into the Lindbergh kidnapping trial, her views on justice and fairness in the legal system, and her thoughts on how lawyers can improve their advocacy. Tune in to this episode for a compelling look at history, law, and the pursuit of truth, and discover the surprising findings Judge Pearlman uncovered in one of America's most famous cases. The Lindbergh Kidnapping Suspect No. 1: The Man Who Got Away https://www.amazon.com/Lindbergh-Kidnapping-Suspect-No-Away/dp/1587904950Please subscribe and listen. Then tell us who you want to hear and what areas of interest you'd like us to cover.    Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.comhttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/510.582.9090Music: Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, MauiTech: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms: Paul Robert louis@lovethylawyer.com

On today's show, Alameda County Supervisor Nikki Fortunato-Bas discusses her efforts to prevent negative impacts of the Trump presidency at the county level, including on Bay Area immigrant and trans communities. — Subscribe to this podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1637968343?to=page Get in touch: lawanddisorder@kpfa.org Follow us on socials @LawAndDis: https://twitter.com/LawAndDis; https://www.instagram.com/lawanddis/ The post Preventing Negative Impacts of Trump in Alameda County w/ Supervisor Nikki Fortunato-Bas appeared first on KPFA.

Alameda County finally has a new district attorney. The Board of Supervisors selected Judge Ursula Jones Dickson to fill the position three months after voters ousted former DA Pamela Price. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Patti Reising and Bret Burkhart spoke with KCBS insider Phil Matier.

Alameda County has a new District Attorney. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The big three applicants for the Alameda County DA appointment hit the stretch run to Tuesday's decision. We handicap the race. FBI raids come to San Leandro, and public doesn't seem to care. Plus, sanctuary cities, and Shawn makes his early Super Bowl picks.

The seven candidates trying to become Alameda County's next District Attorney appeared before the Board of Supervisors last night, laying out their plans if they're picked. For a closer look, KCBS Radio news anchor Patti Reising spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

0:08 – On Day 1, President Trump signed an executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship. The order would affect any children born in the U.S. for whom neither parent has permanent immigration status. Immigrants' rights advocates say this order is blatantly unconstitutional, violating the 14th Amendment. Two major lawsuits were immediately filed in response, one by a group of state Attorneys General and the other by civil rights groups. Aarti Kohli of Asian Law Caucus joins us to talk about the rights groups' lawsuit and the history of Asian and Pacific Islander communities standing on the forefront of defending immigrants' rights in the U.S. 0:33 – Giselle Garcia, a volunteer with NorCal Resist, explains what to do when you see ICE in your community and explains your rights in interacting with immigration agents. Alameda County, San Francisco, and Sacramento all have emergency rapid response phone hotlines that members of the public can call to confirm ICE's presence and seek emergency legal help. 0:45 – Aja Arnold of independent Atlanta news outlet Mainline talks about the new podcast, “The Process is the Punishment,” covering the ATL 61, the 61 defendants indicted and swept up in a broad police crackdown against activism to save the Weelaunee Forest and prevent a police megalopolis from being built in the city. The activists are facing charges under Georgia RICO laws, which observers say is a tactic meant to quell free speech. The post How to prepare to respond to immigration raids in Northern California; plus, civil rights groups sue to save birthright citizenship appeared first on KPFA.

San Francisco inaugurates its new mayor, Daniel Lurie, on Wednesday. Across the bay, councilmember Kevin Jenkins has been appointed as Oakland's interim mayor while contenders, including longtime Congresswoman Barbara Lee, line up for the election to finish the term of former mayor Sheng Tao, who was ousted in a recall vote. Alameda County now has an interim district attorney taking the reins after the successful recall of DA Pamela Price. We learn more about these new officials and the key issues affecting your city. Guests: Marisa Lagos, politics correspondent, KQED; co-host of KQED's Political Breakdown Guy Marzorati, correspondent, KQED's California Politics and Government Desk Scott Shafer, senior editor, KQED's California Politics and Government; co-host, Political Breakdown Alex Hall, enterprise and accountability reporter, KQED

Send us a textlovethylawyer.comA transcript of this podcast is available at lovethylawyer.com.Go to https://www.lovethylawyer.com/blog for transcripts.Chief Assistant City Attorney Maria Bee oversees both the Affirmative Litigation, Innovation & Enforcement Division, that focuses on injustices that impact Black, Indigenous, Latina/o/x, Asian / Pacific Islander, and other historically and/or presently marginalized communities, and the General & Complex Litigation Division (defense) of the Oakland City Attorney's Office.  Before taking this post, Ms. Bee served as the Chief of the Victim Services Division in the San Francisco District Attorney's Office. In this role, she was responsible for providing critical services to victims of crime in San Francisco. Ms. Bee is a Commissioner on the California Law Revision Commission, a member of the Charles Houston Bar Association and serves on the board of the Alameda County Bar Association. She formerly chaired the Alameda County Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service committee and served as Chairperson of the Board of Directors of La Casa de Las Madres, an advocacy program for survivors of domestic violence.  In collaboration with the Alameda County Bar Association, Love Thy Lawyer presents an interview with:  Alameda County Bar AssociationThe Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA) is a professional membership association for lawyers and other members of the legal profession. The ACBA provides access to ongoing legal education; and promotes diversity and civil rights in the Alameda County legal community. Our mission is to promote excellence in the legal profession and to facilitate equal access to justice. Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.com louisgoodman2010@gmail.com 510.582.9090  Special thanks to ACBA staff and members: (https://www.acbanet.org/) Musical theme by Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, Maui Technical support: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms & Transcripts: Paul Roberts    We'd love to hear from you.  Send us an email at louisgoodman2010@gmail.com. Please subscribe and listen. Then tell us who you want to hear and what areas of interest you'd like us to cover.  Please rate us and review us on Apple Podcasts.    Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.comhttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/510.582.9090Music: Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, MauiTech: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms: Paul Robert louis@lovethylawyer.com

The November 2024 Election was a wipeout for progressives on criminal justice reform. Joining Everyday Injustice to discuss it is Michael Collins from Color of Change. Listen as Michael Collins discusses the recall of Pamela Price in Alameda County. What it means for criminal justice reform. The larger picture formed by the results of the national election and the loss of George Gascon in Los Angeles. And this means for the future of criminal justice reform.

We wrap up 2024 with the 2nd Annual Insidey Awards, recognizing the best and worst in Alameda County politics. Plus, we remember Rickey Henderson. Thank you for listening. See you next year! INSIDEY NOMINEES -Best Recall Campaign Pamela Price Sheng Thao Ryan Jergensen/Linda Hurley -Best performance by an elected official Janani Ramachandran, Oakland George Syrop, Hayward Jack Balch, Pleasanton Nate Miley, Alameda County -Best political appointment Melissa Hernandez, BART Kathy Kimberlin, Fremont Ana Apodaca, Newark Michael McCorriston, Dublin -Worst performance by an elected official Pamela Price, Alameda County DA Sheng Thao, Oakland mayor Trish Spencer, Alameda councilwoman -Best performance by a speaker in a public meeting Brian Donahue, Emeryville David McGuigan, Livermore Gene Hazard, Oakland Kelly Abreu, Fremont/Alamaeda County -Most likely to succeed  Adena Ishii, Berkeley Sbeydeh Viveros-Walton, San Leandro Dylan Boldt, San Leandro Raj Salwan, Fremont -Best political campaign Recall of DA Pamela Price Jack Balch for Pleasanton mayor Adena Ishii for Berkeley mayor Nikki Fortunato Bas for ALCO supe -Best Hair David Haubert, Alameda County supe Igor Tregub, Berkeley councilman Yang Shao, Fremont councilman John Bauters, Emeryville councilman -Best Fight Seneca Scott vs. Ray Bobbitt Brian Donahue vs. John Bauters supporter Bryan Azevedo vs. Lee Thomas Seneca Scott vs. Sheng Thao supporters

On this episode of Unsupervised Learning Razib welcomes Leighton Akira Woodhouse back to the podcast. Woodhouse is a freelance journalist and a documentary filmmaker, currently based in Oakland, California. He grew up in Berkeley, and was a doctoral student in Sociology at UC Berkeley. After leaving academia he contributed to outlets like The Intercept and The Nation, before starting his own Substack, Social Studies, as well as working with Michael Shellenberger. He also has a new podcast with Lee Fang, Le Pod. Woodhouse and Razib discuss the broader issue of the necessity of order in cities, how important cities are to American economic dynamism, and how the problems of cities impact us all. One of Woodhouse's beats has been crime and public disorder, and living in the Bay Area he has been unwitting witness to some of the most flagrant dysfunction of the current era. He outlines ‌the culpability of the judicial system in the rise of petty crime and details organized crime's opportunistic manipulation of the system.  Razib inquires about the political elite's role in fostering disorder, in particular the policies and views of the mayor of Oakland and the Alameda County district attorney. They address the rise of the movement against law and order on the West coast, its connection to social libertarianism, and how that differs from East-coast big city liberalism. Woodhouse believes that the West coast's homelessness crisis emerges in particular from its unique political configuration accelerated by a judicial system that aids and abets social libertarianism that is operationally pro-crime. Finally, they discuss the possibility that the 2024 elections will throw out of office many of the mayors and district attorneys brought in in the last few years on a plan of social justice activism.

00:08 — Mouin Rabbani is a nonresident fellow at the Middle East Council on Global Affairs, previously principal political affairs officer with the Office of the UN Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Syria. 00:33 — Natalie Orenstein covers housing and homelessness for The Oaklandside. 00:45 — Jennifer Friedenbach, Executive Director of the San Francisco Coalition on Homelessness. The post Foreign Relations for a New Syria Under HTS; Plus, Alameda County Data Report Traces Homelessness in Oakland; And, San Francisco's Houseless Population in Recent Storms appeared first on KPFA.

Today, the ousting of Oakland's mayor and Alameda County's District Attorney. Then, a novelist explores the story of family and coming of age. And, we honor the life of a treasured community builder.

We wrap up the November General Election with analysis of Alameda County's two recall campaigns. What comes next? Who will be Oakland's next mayor? Who wants to be Alameda County's next DA? Plus, the surprsing result in the Board of Supervisors race, and more.

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We have some developing news in the Oakland corruption probe. In a recent court filing, the Alameda County prosecutors are accusing a powerful Bay Area family of supporting Sheng Thao's run for mayor in 2022, with an expectation that they would get something in return. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Avian flu has killed 1.5 million chickens and turkeys in California and 100 million birds nationwide since the outbreak began in 2022. And earlier this year, scientists discovered that the virus had jumped to mammals, specifically cattle, raising questions about the virus' mutation. In California, the largest dairy producing state in the country, 475 dairies have reported incidences of avian flu in their herds, and the state recently recalled raw milk from shelves after the virus was detected in milk samples. The virus has also been detected in the wastewater of several Bay Area cities, and 29 dairy workers, and a child in Alameda County with no known contact with animals, have been diagnosed with the flu. We'll talk to experts about whether avian flu has the makings of a new pandemic and what is being done to contain its spread. Guests: Susanne Rust, investigative reporter specializing in environmental issues, Los Angeles Times Dr. Peter Chin-Hong M.D., infectious disease specialist, UCSF Medical Center Dr. Michael Payne DVM, large animal vet researcher, Western Institute of Food Safety and Security, University of California School of Veterinary Medicine

Tis the season for recall campaigns. A group in San Francisco's Sunset District is launching an effort to recall Supervisor Joel Engardio over his backing of a plan to close the Great Highway to vehicles. And on the Peninsula, Supervisors in San Mateo approved a measure calling for a special election next March. It would give them the power to recall the county's sheriff. All of this follows successful efforts to recall Oakland's Mayor and Alameda County's DA last month. KCBS Radio's news anchors Patti Reising and Bret Burkhart spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier about why these efforts are becoming so popular.

On today's show we speak with Nikki Fortunato-Bas, the Alameda County District 5 Supervisor-Elect, and outgoing Oakland City Council president representing District 2. As outgoing Oakland City Council member, Fortunato-Bas will become interim Oakland mayor after the recall of Sheng Thao, however, that interim position will only last until Fortunado-Bas transitions to the new Supervisor position. —- Subscribe to our podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1637968343?to=page Get in touch: lawanddisorder@kpfa.org Follow us on socials @LawAndDis: https://twitter.com/LawAndDis; https://www.instagram.com/lawanddis/ The post Alameda County Supervisor-Elect Nikki Fortunato-Bas appeared first on KPFA.

Send us a textlovethylawyer.comA transcript of this podcast is available at lovethylawyer.com.Joe Goethalshttps://www.goethalsandstonelaw.com/ GOETHALS & STONE, PC (formerly GOETHALS LEGAL, PC) 2020-present• Founder/Owner, Trial Attorney• Major Civil Litigation Practice focused on catastrophic injury and victims of crime• Advice and Counsel on the Peninsula for Land Use and Government OperationsMAYOR OF SAN MATEO, Mayor 2016, 2020 2013-2022• Received Regional and Statewide Awards for Sustainability and the 2017 Community Award from theLabor Council for Raising the Minimum Wage• Member, City and County Association for Governments to Address Regional Traffic and Water Issues• Founding Board Member of Peninsula Clean Energy, the Breakthrough Innovative Energy Provider thatReduces Greenhouse Gases on the Peninsula• President and Chair of the San Mateo Consolidated Fire BoardPENINSULA HEALTH CARE DISTRICT, Board of Directors 2013• Distributing community grants to local non-profit partners• Community Development Strategies for the Growing Needs for Supplemental Safety Net ServicesDISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, SAN MATEO COUNTY, Deputy District Attorney 2015-2020• Felony Trial Attorney, Sexual Assault Prosecutor and Homicide Division• Member of the Homicide Investigations Team and Multidisciplinary Advisory Board PresenterDISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, ALAMEDA COUNTY, Deputy District Attorney 2006-2015• Felony Trial Attorney (Successfully Prosecuted 25 Jury Trials to Verdict, including multiple homicides)Please subscribe and listen. Then tell us who you want to hear and what areas of interest you'd like us to cover. Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.comhttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/510.582.9090Music: Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, MauiTech: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms: Paul Robert louis@lovethylawyer.com

In Episode 130, Scott Piehler's topics include: A suspect in custody after Lincoln Middle shelters in place. The City Council addresses homelessness and the Port of Oakland. Guaranteed Basic Income comes to Alameda County. The Rotary Club lends a hand. Wet weather means sandbags. The latest in real estate sales. The torch is passed at Julie's. Plus weekend events. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •

East Bay voters had their say on whether to recall Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price and Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, and it looks like they chose to send both packing. With all precincts reporting early Wednesday, voters supported both recalls by a clear and nearly identical margin: 65.2% to 34.8% for Thao, and 64.8% to 35.2% for Price. However, Price has not admitted defeat and urged patience while all ballots are counted. “This presidential election, which has been a pivotal moment for our country as well as our state, witnessed significant voter participation, resulting in a large number of ballots in Alameda County. There are still so many more ballots to be counted, and in areas that I know we did well in getting our message out,” said Price in a statement Wednesday. “I am optimistic that when all the votes are counted, we will be able to continue the hard work of transforming our criminal justice system.”

Send us a textlovethylawyer.comA transcript of this podcast is available at lovethylawyer.com.Go to https://www.lovethylawyer.com/blog for transcripts. In collaboration with the Alameda County Bar Association, Love Thy Lawyer presents an interview with: Ocean Mottley.Mr. Mottley is a Staff Attorney with Bay Area Legal Aid.  He works on behalf of clients with the California Department of Social Services, California Employment Development, Housing and Urban Development, and at administrative hearings, criminal record clearing, and Fair Employment and Housing.He has substantial prior experience as both a private and public attorney.Alameda County Bar AssociationThe Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA) is a professional membership association for lawyers and other members of the legal profession. The ACBA provides access to ongoing legal education; and promotes diversity and civil rights in the Alameda County legal community. Our mission is to promote excellence in the legal profession and to facilitate equal access to justice. Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.com louisgoodman2010@gmail.com 510.582.9090  Special thanks to ACBA staff and members: (https://www.acbanet.org/) Musical theme by Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, Maui Technical support: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms & Transcripts: Paul Roberts    We'd love to hear from you.  Send us an email at louisgoodman2010@gmail.com. Please subscribe and listen. Then tell us who you want to hear and what areas of interest you'd like us to cover.  Please rate us and review us on Apple Podcasts.    Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.comhttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/510.582.9090Music: Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, MauiTech: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms: Paul Robert louis@lovethylawyer.com

Richard and Leah Rothstein join the podcast to discuss the history of government action that aided in the creation and enforcement of segregation in American Neighborhoods--and, importantly, what all citizens can do in their communities to undo those injustices.  Mr. Richard Rothstein is a Distinguished Fellow of the Economic Policy Institute and a Senior Fellow (emeritus) at the Thurgood Marshall Institute of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. He is the author of The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America, which recovers a forgotten history of how federal, state, and local policy explicitly segregated metropolitan areas nationwide, creating racially homogenous neighborhoods in patterns that violate the Constitution and require remediation.  The book has almost 18,000 reviews and a 4.8 rating on Amazon. He is a graduate of Harvard University and previously served as the former national education columnist for The New York Times. Ms. Leah Rothstein also works on public policy and community change, from the grassroots to the halls of government. She led the Alameda County and San Francisco probation departments' research on reforming community corrections policy and practice to be focused on rehabilitation, not punishment. She has been a consultant to nonprofit housing developers, cities and counties, redevelopment agencies, and private firms on community development and affordable housing issues. Her policy work is informed by her years as a community organizer with PUEBLO and Californians for Justice, and as a labor organizer with the Union of Needletrades, Industrial, and Textile Employees (UNITE).  Their new book, Just Action, discusses local and community initiatives that all citizens can take to begin remedying the wrongs of the past.  Other Links: Just Action on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Just-Action-Challenge-Segregation-Enacted/dp/1324093242#customerReviews Just Action Book page with links and resources: https://www.justactionbook.org/ 

America's national and local election results are reflecting a global anti-incumbent sentiment. San Francisco voters chose a new mayor, seeking a fresh start with an untested newcomer. In the East Bay, Oakland's mayor and Alameda County's district attorney are on track to be recalled. And the crushing defeat of Vice President Kamala Harris — the de facto incumbent — leaves Democrats wondering how to recover. Scott, Marisa and Guy get together for a post-election analysis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Efforts to recall Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and Alameda County DA Pamela Price appear to have been successful. While ballots are still being tabulated, nearly two-thirds of voters voted in favor of ousting the two. But what happens next? To answer that question, KCBS Radio news anchors Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Bay Area voters were faced with pivotal decisions in Tuesday's election that could have major impacts on our region. KQED reporters join us to talk about results from local and regional races and ballot measures. We'll discuss the ranked choice results from San Francisco's mayoral race and the recalls of Oakland's mayor and Alameda County's District Attorney. Voters also weighed in on controversial propositions such as Sonoma's Measure J, an attempt to ban large-scale animal farms, and Measure K, deciding the future of San Francisco's Great Highway. And we'll hear from you, what Bay Area races were you watching? Guests: Alex Hall, enterprise and accountability reporter, KQED Annelise Finney, reporter, KQED Guy Marzorati, correspondent, KQED's California Politics and Government Desk Sydney Johnson, reporter, KQED News

Oakland's Mayor and Alameda County's DA are on track to be recalled, while proposition 36 is approved, toughening punishments for drug and theft crimes. For more, KCBS Radio's News Anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with Phil Matier.

Today, we hear why Alameda County's DA, Pamela Price, is facing a recall election next week and get her response. Then, SF's Prop G will expand affordable housing opportunities in the city.

Katie's Dad, retired Superior Court Judge of Alameda County in California, Larry Goodman, joins Jack for a one-on-one discussion about crime & punishment! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voters in Alameda County and the city of Oakland could recall District Attorney Pamela Price and Mayor Sheng Thao in November.  Price and Thao are progressives who some residents blame for issues like crime, homelessness, and drug use. Opponents say the recalls are undemocratic and unfairly target two women of color who took office less than 2 years ago. Links: Apply to be our intern! Vote for us in the Signal Awards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Researchers with @colorofchange have made a shocking discovery: for decades, prosecutors in Alameda County, California, worked to systematically exclude Black and Jewish individuals from jury participation in order to produce juries that were more likely to support capital punishment. Michael Collins, Senior Director of Government Affairs at Color Of Change, joins Rattling the Bars for a revealing discussion on prosecutor misconduct, and what these findings tell us about the state of the criminal injustice system.Studio / Post-Production: Cameron GranadinoHelp us continue producing Rattling the Bars by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast

It's been 4 years since Alameda County voters passed Measure C, a sales tax measure aimed at increasing access to social services for low-income families. After years of legal battles, the county can finally use the money it has been collecting, and advocates hope it will provide relief to families struggling with child care costs. Links: As state cuts loom, a court ruling provides a lifeline for child care access in Alameda County Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2016 and 2020, Berkeley and Oakland passed ballot measures giving 16 and 17-year olds the right to vote in local school board races.  It took years — and a lot of pressure from student activists — but in this election, Alameda County is finally ready to let students cast their ballots.  Links: Register to vote online (click “pre-register”) How Teen Voters in Berkeley, Oakland Can Shape Upcoming School Board Elections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices