Former Democratic Rep. Barbara Lee was long considered the front-runner in the race. But Loren Taylor, a former City Council member, had gained momentum in recent weeks.

OAKLAND — Election night results showed former Councilmember Loren Taylor holding a slim advantage over retired Congresswoman Barbara Lee in the race to become Oakland’s next mayor, though thousands ...

Barbara Lee, the retired congresswoman seen as a stabilizing force for a city in a crisis of leadership, has been elected ...

Loren Taylor and Barbara Lee. This came as a surprise to some Oaklanders who expected former Congresswoman Lee to dominate the campaign with her sweeping endorsements, name recognition and ...

(Brian Krans/KQED) In his concession statement, Loren Taylor congratulated Lee and emphasized the need for unity going forward. “This morning I called Congresswoman Barbara Lee to congratulate her on ...

I accept your choice with a deep sense of responsibility, humility and love,' Lee said in her victory statement.

Barbara Lee has taken the lead in Oakland’s special mayoral election, prompting Loren Taylor to congratulate her on the win Saturday. Friday's results showed Lee ahead with 53% of the vote ...

OAKLAND, California — Former Rep. Barbara Lee on Friday took a healthy lead in the close race to be Oakland’s next mayor, but ...

Former Oakland city councilmember Loren Taylor has a slim lead over former Rep. Barbara Lee following Tuesday's special election for the city's mayor. But with ballots remaining uncounted and with ...