Court Watch: Accused Shoplifter’s Bail Remains at $25,000 Despite Defense’s Evidence
Judge Richardson declined to consider potentially exculpatory evidence to lift a Penal Code hold, maintaining a $25,000 bail for an accused individual with 14 additional... Read more.
Oakland City Council Urged to Invest in Arts over Police Vehicles
The Anti Police-Terror Project and the Black Arts Movement Business District Community Development Corporation are calling on the Oakland City Council to restore... Read more.
Court Watch: Judge Denies Pretrial Release for Man Accused of Obstructing Officer
Judge Clara M. Levers denied a man's request for supervised release citing public safety concerns, but ordered the jail to provide him with a tablet to make necessary... Read more.
Carlos Dominguez Testifies in Murder Trial; Claims of Seeing ‘Shadow Figures’ Shed Light on Insanity Plea
Carlos Reales Dominguez testified in court about his childhood, academic background, and the onset of schizophrenia symptoms, including visions of "shapeshifting... Read more.
Oakland People’s Budget Coalition Calls for Deep Investment in Community-Centered Solutions
The Oakland People's Budget Coalition is calling for Oakland to prioritize funding for services and programs that uplift vulnerable populations, reallocate funds... Read more.
Court Watch: Court Grants SOR Release Despite Prosecution Objections over Interpreter Delay
Judge Clara M. Levers granted the accused's request for supervised own recognizance release due to serious mental health concerns and the court's failure to provide... Read more.
Trial for Carlos Dominguez Proceeds with Conflicting DNA Findings
Carlos Dominguez is on trial for multiple stabbings in Davis, with testimony from law enforcement, forensic specialists, medical professionals, and legal motions,... Read more.
Florida Death Penalty Expansion Bills Await Governor DeSantis’ Signature
Florida Legislature has passed four bills expanding the state's death penalty, some of which are unconstitutional, and all are now awaiting Governor Ron DeSantis'... Read more.
Court Watch: Judge Relies on Google Translate for Communication with Vietnamese Defendant
A Vietnamese interpreter was not available for an arraignment hearing, resulting in a two-week delay, and Judge Clara M. Leves suggested using Google Translate to... Read more.
Court Watch: Witness Admits Mistake in Police Report during Preliminary Hearing
WOODLAND, CA -After initial questioning by Deputy District Attorney Aimee Gabriela Carrazco of her witness in Yolo...... Read more.