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Kevin Jenkins
Coverage of Kevin Jenkins in the Nexus archive.
- 'To Catch a Dumper': Oakland leader uses social media, offers $500 reward to catch illegal dumping
Oakland City Councilmember Kevin Jenkins is using social media to address illegal dumping and has offered a $500 reward for public assistance in identifying perpetrators.
- Alleged dumper shamed by Oakland city councilman
An Oakland city councilman posted a video on social media to publicly shame a suspected illegal dumper. The video allegedly shows a woman discarding furniture, including a mattress, couch, and pillows.
- Oakland police move closer to ending federal oversight after 23 years
The Oakland Police Department is nearing the end of 23 years of federal oversight after completing all 51 required reforms under a settlement agreement tied to the 'Oakland Riders' police misconduct scandal. A federal judge will decide if the department is ready to end oversight, with a potential conclusion as early as this fall.