Embattled Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao Faces Looming Budget Crisis, Recall Vote

CBS Bay Area

October 16, 2024

In Oakland Tuesday, the city's budget woes and a pending recall vote were in the spotlight as supporters and opponents of Mayor Sheng Thao held dueling rallies a short distance apart ahead of her "State of the City" address.

During her address, Thao highlighted crime-reduction strategies, investments and developments in Oakland, as well as progress on the homelessness issues.

"Looking back at where we were, where we are today is nothing short of inspiring," the mayor said at one point, taking an optimistic tone. "Sometimes in the day-to-day grind, we forget to look at the bigger picture. And when I look at the deeply impactful work we have accomplished together, I am truly amazed."

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