Under Pamela Price, his murder charge became manslaughter. Now he is free.
Alameda County DA Pamela Price said James Vega should not spend decades behind bars "for a tragic mistake." Now he's out after 2.5 years.
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Oakland crime concerns prompt community rally, church forum
Officials spoke candidly Saturday about the need to address lawless behavior in the city.
A teen boy killed an innocent girl. The DA wants him freed.
The probation department says the Lilron Jones case should go back to adult court. The Alameda County DA's office says it disagrees.
Police: Worker followed women from Berkeley bank to rob them
Jordan Gaines "denied any involvement and did not express any sympathy when shown photos of the injuries sustained by the victims," police wrote.
Judge says he 'was misled' by DA in OPD perjury case
Attorneys for the case appeared in court Friday morning before Judge Scott Patton to discuss a search warrant related to Phong Tran's cellphone.
Man set to serve 21 years after fatal Berkeley Hills shooting
Jessie McAllister, then 26, was charged with the murder of 39-year-old Alfred Charles Taylor Jr. at a home in the 1100 block of Glen Avenue.
Advocate says Price campaign has used false narratives, intimidation to combat recall
The recall petition is expected to begin circulating for public signatures in September. The campaign is already heating up.