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so now that she has floyd mitchell, what can you tell us about him? what do we know? >> well, he is 56 years old. he is got about 30 plus years of experience on the streets of kansas city, temple, texas, and lubbock, most recently where he was chief. he parted ways with lubbock, texas, in with the city council there over questions about his handling of the 911 calls that were coming in and the call center there, questions about staffing, questions about whether people were being put on hold or being hung up on and that is something that's interesting because oakland has the same problem with that, right? >> they've people have complained about that. so is that unusual to select someone who had faced a situation or criticisms like that in their prior job? >> everything about this process is a bit unusual, not the least of which is that the first set of names given by the police commission included lauren armstrong, the very chief that she had fired. the second set of names included the former police chief of san leandro, who she had already said no to during the first
so now that she has floyd mitchell, what can you tell us about him? what do we know? >> well, he is 56 years old. he is got about 30 plus years of experience on the streets of kansas city, temple, texas, and lubbock, most recently where he was chief. he parted ways with lubbock, texas, in with the city council there over questions about his handling of the 911 calls that were coming in and the call center there, questions about staffing, questions about whether people were being put on...
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floyd mitchell is expected to begin in may. abc7 news reporter cornell bernard spoke with advocates about what they believe mitchell's priorities should be a neighborhood day of action in west oakland, volunteers pitching in to clean up parts of 28th street near adeline, organized by grassroots nonprofit community ready corp. >> our belief is, is that it's our job to serve our communities. it's our job to clean up. if the city doesn't do it, we're going to do it. that's why my loyalty is to this. >> crc founder troc says his organization is also committed to making oakland streets safer and preventing crime by investing in community based solutions. he hopes oakland's next police chief, floyd mitchell, will share the vision. >> if you do not plant seeds in this soil, the problem will keep going. no matter how many police chiefs we have, no matter who's in in the situation, what stands out about chief mitchell is that he's a strong leader and he's really smart. >> he's a really smart crime fighter who delivers results. >> on fri
floyd mitchell is expected to begin in may. abc7 news reporter cornell bernard spoke with advocates about what they believe mitchell's priorities should be a neighborhood day of action in west oakland, volunteers pitching in to clean up parts of 28th street near adeline, organized by grassroots nonprofit community ready corp. >> our belief is, is that it's our job to serve our communities. it's our job to clean up. if the city doesn't do it, we're going to do it. that's why my loyalty is...
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the high profile position is going to former lubbock, texas, police chief floyd mitchell. as abc seven news reporter anser hassan explains some members of the community are cautiously optimistic. >> oakland's mayor, shang tao, has finally picked oakland's new police chief. >> what stands out about chief mitchell is that he's a strong leader and he's really smart. he's a really smart crime fighter who delivers results, and that's what i'm looking for. i'm looking for someone who can deliver results. >> floyd mitchell takes over more than a year after former police chief lauren armstrong was fired. chief mitchell served 25 years as a police officer in kansas city. he then went on to become police chief in the cities of temple and lubbock, texas, where crime rates went down during his tenure. but he left lubbock because of concerns over abandoned 911 calls. >> he didn't make any excuses, but instead he talked about what he learned from that experience. >> mayor tao believes that's the type of experience that will help mitchell forge a new path for the department. it is a chal
the high profile position is going to former lubbock, texas, police chief floyd mitchell. as abc seven news reporter anser hassan explains some members of the community are cautiously optimistic. >> oakland's mayor, shang tao, has finally picked oakland's new police chief. >> what stands out about chief mitchell is that he's a strong leader and he's really smart. he's a really smart crime fighter who delivers results, and that's what i'm looking for. i'm looking for someone who can...
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floyd mitchell is expected to begin the new role in may. abc seven news reporter cornell bernard has residents concerns and list of priorities. >> a neighborhood day of action in west oakland. volunteers pitching in to clean up parts of 28th street near adeline, organized by grassroots nonprofit community ready corps. >> our belief is, is that it's our job to serve our communities . it's our job to clean up. if the city doesn't do it, we're going to do it. that's why my loyalty is to this crc founder says his organization is also committed to making oakland streets safer and preventing crime by investing in community based solutions. >> he hopes oakland's next police chief, floyd mitchell, will share the vision. >> if you do not plant seeds in this soil, the problem will keep going. no matter how many police chiefs we have, no matter who's in the situation. >> what stands out about chief mitchell is that he's a strong leader and he's really smart. he's a really smart crime fighter who delivers results. >> on friday, mayor shengtao announced
floyd mitchell is expected to begin the new role in may. abc seven news reporter cornell bernard has residents concerns and list of priorities. >> a neighborhood day of action in west oakland. volunteers pitching in to clean up parts of 28th street near adeline, organized by grassroots nonprofit community ready corps. >> our belief is, is that it's our job to serve our communities . it's our job to clean up. if the city doesn't do it, we're going to do it. that's why my loyalty is...
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new top police officer, chief floyd mitchell >> i'm excited to join oakland's public safety leadership team and work with its partners at every level of government to build a safer and more prosperous oakland. >> joining us live now to talk about mitchell. first impressions, top priorities. et cetera. et cetera abc seven news insider phil matier. hey, phil. >> well, top impressions, insiders and all that. you know, this is an interesting story that we've seen. so yes, oakland has a new police chief and he's not from oakland. and he's going to be largely just, you know, a new face, one that we've yet to know much about. he's enthusiastic. he wants to do a good job. but there's a real question out there about just how good a job any police chief in oakland could do at this point. >> yeah, i mean, this is true. he is now in charge, right? he's going to be in charge when he starts, i think in a month or so of a troubled police department under federal oversight for all problems, all the problems it's had historically, he's going to be tasked with restoring public safety under very challeng
new top police officer, chief floyd mitchell >> i'm excited to join oakland's public safety leadership team and work with its partners at every level of government to build a safer and more prosperous oakland. >> joining us live now to talk about mitchell. first impressions, top priorities. et cetera. et cetera abc seven news insider phil matier. hey, phil. >> well, top impressions, insiders and all that. you know, this is an interesting story that we've seen. so yes, oakland...
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abc seven news reporter anser hassan floyd mitchell joins the ranks of more than a dozen others who have served as oakland's top cop over the past 20 years, including last wednesday as the newest police chief by mayor shengtao. >> he's smart. he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand . >> the mayor called him a humble man who values accountability, one with a proven track record of reducing crime. >> i'm truly honored to be given this opportunity to serve as oakland's police chief. >> in his first 100 days, chief mitchell plans to meet with key community stakeholders, city staff and his department. key to his agenda are what he calls data driven, proactive policing and high visibility. >> i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. i believe that when you're actively engaged, you become aware and hypersensitive to the slight changes in neighborhoods and within the organization, chief mitchell says he will also sit down with the federal monitor to craft a strategy to get out from under federal oversight, he adds. >> success in fighting crime will be built
abc seven news reporter anser hassan floyd mitchell joins the ranks of more than a dozen others who have served as oakland's top cop over the past 20 years, including last wednesday as the newest police chief by mayor shengtao. >> he's smart. he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand . >> the mayor called him a humble man who values accountability, one with a proven track record of reducing crime. >> i'm truly honored to be given this opportunity...
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floyd mitchell is expected to begin in may. abc seven news reporter cornell bernard spoke with advocates about what they believe mitchell's priorities should be. >> reporter a neighborhood day of action in west oakland. volunteers pitching in to clean up parts of 28th street near adeline, organized by grassroots nonprofit community ready corps. >> our belief is, is that it's our job to serve our communities . it's our job to clean up. if the city doesn't do it, we're going to do it. that's why my loyalty is to this crc founder troc says his organization is also committed to making oakland streets safer and preventing crime by investing in community based solutions. >> he hopes oakland's next police chief, floyd mitchell, will share the vision. >> if you do not plant seeds in this soil, the problem will keep going no matter how many police chiefs we have, no matter who's in in the situation. >> what stands out about chief mitchell is that he's a strong leader and he's really smart. he's a really smart crime fighter who delivers
floyd mitchell is expected to begin in may. abc seven news reporter cornell bernard spoke with advocates about what they believe mitchell's priorities should be. >> reporter a neighborhood day of action in west oakland. volunteers pitching in to clean up parts of 28th street near adeline, organized by grassroots nonprofit community ready corps. >> our belief is, is that it's our job to serve our communities . it's our job to clean up. if the city doesn't do it, we're going to do it....
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floyd mitchell was not mayor tsingtao's first choice or second choice. he was one of four choices presented to her by a police commission, which she is not getting along with. okay, so you put those together, and on top of all of this, you have a budget deficit in oakland, which is astronomical now, and a mayor who's facing a recall. so the person that hired you, the question is, are they going to be there in a year or two? >> so you're suggesting this is a cakewalk? yes. oakland had four finalists. only one was local. interestingly, they chose mitchell again from texas previously. kansas city does local matter. >> it does on it. it does, it does. it's what we have here. is it local people in oakland are saying it's not so much that you have to be from here, but you have to understand what's here. you have to know the various components of oakland, which is a very diverse political city. you have some people that are very strong right now on law and order and others that are saying no reform is to is a top priority. so you walk into that, it's a challeng
floyd mitchell was not mayor tsingtao's first choice or second choice. he was one of four choices presented to her by a police commission, which she is not getting along with. okay, so you put those together, and on top of all of this, you have a budget deficit in oakland, which is astronomical now, and a mayor who's facing a recall. so the person that hired you, the question is, are they going to be there in a year or two? >> so you're suggesting this is a cakewalk? yes. oakland had four...
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floyd mitchell is expected to begin the new role in may. abc7 news reporter cornell bernard has residents concerns and list of priorities. >> a neighborhood day of action in west oakland. volunteers pitching in to clean up parts of 28th street near adeline, organized by grassroots nonprofit community ready corps. >> our belief is, is that it's our job to serve our communities . it's our job to clean up. if the city doesn't do it, we're going to do it. that's why my loyalty is to this crc founder says his organization is also committed to making oakland streets safer and preventing crime by investing in community based solutions. >> he hopes oakland's next police chief, floyd mitchell, will share the vision. >> if you do not plant seeds in this soil, the problem will keep going. no matter how many police chiefs we have, no matter who's in in the situation. >> what stands out about chief mitchell is that he's a strong leader and he's really smart. he's a really smart crime fighter who delivers results. >> on friday, mayor shengtao announced f
floyd mitchell is expected to begin the new role in may. abc7 news reporter cornell bernard has residents concerns and list of priorities. >> a neighborhood day of action in west oakland. volunteers pitching in to clean up parts of 28th street near adeline, organized by grassroots nonprofit community ready corps. >> our belief is, is that it's our job to serve our communities . it's our job to clean up. if the city doesn't do it, we're going to do it. that's why my loyalty is to...
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floyd mitchell is expected to begin the new role in may. abc seven news reporter cornell bernard has residents concerns and list of priorities. >> a neighborhood day of action in west oakland. volunteers pitching in to clean up parts of 28th street near adeline, organized by grassroots nonprofit community ready corps. >> our belief is, is that it's our job to serve our communities . it's our job to clean up. if the city doesn't do it, we're going to do it. that's why my loyalty is to this crc founder troc says his organization is also committed to making oakland streets safer and preventing crime by investing in community based solutions. >> he hopes oakland's next police chief, floyd mitchell will share the vision. >> if you do not plant seeds in this soil, the problem will keep going. no matter how many police chiefs we have, no matter who's in in the situation. >> what stands out about chief mitchell is that he's a strong leader and he's really smart. he's a really smart crime fighter who delivers results. >> on friday, mayor shengtao an
floyd mitchell is expected to begin the new role in may. abc seven news reporter cornell bernard has residents concerns and list of priorities. >> a neighborhood day of action in west oakland. volunteers pitching in to clean up parts of 28th street near adeline, organized by grassroots nonprofit community ready corps. >> our belief is, is that it's our job to serve our communities . it's our job to clean up. if the city doesn't do it, we're going to do it. that's why my loyalty is...
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floyd mitchell was tapped by mayor shengtao on friday. mitchell comes as police chief of lubbock, texas, and will start in early may, making it far more than a year that oakland has sat without a chief. but today, a focus from some in oakland about police use of force cases at large. we begin with abc seven news reporter ryan curry, who was at a daytime vigil calling for racial and social justice. >> this together we can raise our voices and demand justice for those who have been silenced . >> demanding change. no longer does this group want to see disabled people of color killed by police, by fighting for a future where every individual is valued, respected. on march 9th, san bernardino sheriff deputies shot and killed 15 year old ryan gainer. he had been acting out that afternoon and a family member called 911. ryan was autistic. body camera video shows ryan charging at a deputy carrying a gardening hoe. those deputies began shooting in oakland sunday. activists held a vigil for him and other victims of police violence. they want one th
floyd mitchell was tapped by mayor shengtao on friday. mitchell comes as police chief of lubbock, texas, and will start in early may, making it far more than a year that oakland has sat without a chief. but today, a focus from some in oakland about police use of force cases at large. we begin with abc seven news reporter ryan curry, who was at a daytime vigil calling for racial and social justice. >> this together we can raise our voices and demand justice for those who have been silenced...
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oakland mayor shang tao's office announced friday that floyd mitchell will begin his new role as opd chief in early may, making it far more than a year than that. oakland has been without a permanent chief. city council member noel gayo says he has expectations it's going to take, a strong police chief action, and working with our police department, the neighborhood, and make sure that this does not continue in a statement, in-n-out says we are grateful for the local community , which has supported us over 18 years. but our top priority must be the safety and well-being of our customers and associates. the company says employees can transfer to other restaurants or receive a severance package live in studio. lena howland, abc seven news thank you, lena. >> community members in the east bay are calling for police officers to stop responding to mental health emergencies. they held a vigil at lake merritt yesterday, two weeks after deputies in southern california shot and killed a 15 year old with autism. here's abc seven news reporter ryan curry. >> together we can raise our voices and
oakland mayor shang tao's office announced friday that floyd mitchell will begin his new role as opd chief in early may, making it far more than a year than that. oakland has been without a permanent chief. city council member noel gayo says he has expectations it's going to take, a strong police chief action, and working with our police department, the neighborhood, and make sure that this does not continue in a statement, in-n-out says we are grateful for the local community , which has...
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oakland mayor shang tao's office announced friday that floyd mitchell will begin his new role as opd chief in early may, making it far more than a year that oakland has been without a permanent chief. city council member noel gayo says he has expectations it's going to take, a strong police chief action, and working with our police department, the neighborhood, and make sure that this does not continue. in a statement, in-n-out says we are grateful for the local community, which has supported us for over 18 years. but our top priority must be the safety and well-being of our customers and associates. the company says employees can transfer to other restaurants or receive a severance package. live in studio lena howland abc seven news. >> thank you lena. community members in the east bay are calling for police to stop responding to mental health emergencies. this is in response to an incident in southern california where deputies shot and killed a 15 year old with autism. on march 9th, san bernardino deputies shot and killed ryan gainer. he had been acting out and a family member call
oakland mayor shang tao's office announced friday that floyd mitchell will begin his new role as opd chief in early may, making it far more than a year that oakland has been without a permanent chief. city council member noel gayo says he has expectations it's going to take, a strong police chief action, and working with our police department, the neighborhood, and make sure that this does not continue. in a statement, in-n-out says we are grateful for the local community, which has supported...
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. >> floyd mitchell is taking over during a taxing time. the police department faces huge challenges with crime and recruitment. >> now, despite it all, mitchell says he is determined to bring about change. abc seven news reporter anser hassan with more. >> floyd mitchell joins the ranks of more than a dozen others who have served as oakland's top cop over the past 20 years, introduced wednesday as the newest police chief by mayor shengtao. he smart. >> he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand. >> the mayor called him a humble man who values accountability, one with a proven track record of reducing crime. >> i'm truly honored to be given this opportunity to serve as oakland's police chief. >> in his first 100 days, chief mitchell plans to meet with key community stakeholders, city staff and his department. key to his agenda are what he calls data driven, proactive policing and high visibility. >> i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. i believe that when you're actively engaged, you become aware and
. >> floyd mitchell is taking over during a taxing time. the police department faces huge challenges with crime and recruitment. >> now, despite it all, mitchell says he is determined to bring about change. abc seven news reporter anser hassan with more. >> floyd mitchell joins the ranks of more than a dozen others who have served as oakland's top cop over the past 20 years, introduced wednesday as the newest police chief by mayor shengtao. he smart. >> he's a smart...
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floyd mitchell was introduced today as the 13th chief in oakland. in the past 20 years. chief mitchell says he will lead the department with data driven, proactive policing. he says he will meet with the federal monitor to craft a strategy to get out from under federal oversight. mitchell also wants to build a relationship with the community. >> my approach begins with strong community engagement and collaboration. i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand. >> mitchell spent more than 20 years on the police force in kansas city. he then went to serve as police chief in the texas cities of temple and lubbock. mitchell is expected to start in late april or early may. chief floyd mitchell will face his share of issues when he takes the helm of the department . abc seven news insider phil matier joined us on getting answers today at 3 p.m. to point out some of the challenges is the emphasis is going to be on public safety, and that means more police on the streets. >> the question is whether oaklan
floyd mitchell was introduced today as the 13th chief in oakland. in the past 20 years. chief mitchell says he will lead the department with data driven, proactive policing. he says he will meet with the federal monitor to craft a strategy to get out from under federal oversight. mitchell also wants to build a relationship with the community. >> my approach begins with strong community engagement and collaboration. i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. he's a smart crime fighter...
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mayor xiang tao is set to introduce floyd mitchell at city hall this afternoon. mitchell most recently served as police chief in lubbock, texas. his start date hasn't been announced, but he is expected to begin his new role in late april or early may. oakland has been without a police chief for more than a year. >> the city of sacramento has officially declared itself a sanctuary city for those who identify as transgender. last night, the city council passed a resolution with a unanimous vote. the move upholds the rights of transgender people in the city. it also prevents city staff from detaining people seeking gender affirming health care, and bars the city from cooperating with out of state jurisdictions that are criminalizing such care. advocacy groups say more than 20 u.s. states currently ban gender affirming health care. it's over a uc berkeley professor ended his sit in two weeks after it started. ron hassner was protesting what he said was the university's lack of response to anti-semitism on campus. he moved into his office earlier this month, even hold
mayor xiang tao is set to introduce floyd mitchell at city hall this afternoon. mitchell most recently served as police chief in lubbock, texas. his start date hasn't been announced, but he is expected to begin his new role in late april or early may. oakland has been without a police chief for more than a year. >> the city of sacramento has officially declared itself a sanctuary city for those who identify as transgender. last night, the city council passed a resolution with a unanimous...
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the mayor introduced floyd mitchell to the city yesterday. he will be the city's 13th chief in the past 20 years. he says his approach is centered on data driven, proactive policing. he also values building a close relationship with the community. >> my approach begins with strong community engagement and collaboration. i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. >> he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand. >> mitchell spent more than 20 years on the police force in kansas city. he then went on to serve as police chief in temple, texas, and then lubbock, texas. after that, he's expected to start his job as oakland's chief of police in late april or early may. well, chief mitchell will be facing his fair share of issues when he takes the helm. abc seven news insider phil matier joined us on our show, getting answers at 3 p.m. to lay out some of those challenges. >> the emphasis is going to be on public safety, and that means more police on the streets. the question is whether oakland even has the money right
the mayor introduced floyd mitchell to the city yesterday. he will be the city's 13th chief in the past 20 years. he says his approach is centered on data driven, proactive policing. he also values building a close relationship with the community. >> my approach begins with strong community engagement and collaboration. i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. >> he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand. >> mitchell spent more than 20...
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mitchell at city hall this afternoon. mitchell most recently served as police chief in lubbock, texas. his start date hasn't been announced, but he is expected to begin in his new role in late april or early may. oakland has been without a police chief now for more than a year, recovery efforts resuming this morning in baltimore after the shocking collapse of the francis scott key bridge just moments after it was hit by a cargo ship early yesterday. six people are presumed dead and two others were rescued. they are recovering this morning. now here is a live look at what is left of the bridge this morning. you can see those parts collapsed into the water and that cargo ship still sitting there. as that investigation continues, we now know the missing people were working on the center span of that bridge when this collapse happened. most of them, we learned, were immigrants from guatemala, honduras and mexico. now the collapse happened on one of the three main connectors linking north baltimore to the rest of the city. and
mitchell at city hall this afternoon. mitchell most recently served as police chief in lubbock, texas. his start date hasn't been announced, but he is expected to begin in his new role in late april or early may. oakland has been without a police chief now for more than a year, recovery efforts resuming this morning in baltimore after the shocking collapse of the francis scott key bridge just moments after it was hit by a cargo ship early yesterday. six people are presumed dead and two others...
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floyd mitchell begins his new role as opd chief in early may. council member noelxpectaons. >> it's going to take, a strong police chief action, and working with our police department and the neighborhood and make sure that this does not continue. >> gotta enjoy it while it's here. right. >> gallo talked with oakland firefighters grabbing their last lunch here. in a statement, in-n-out says, we are grateful for the local community, which has supported us for over 18 years. but our top priority must be the safety and well-being of our customers and associates. the company says employees can transfer to other restaurants or receive a severance package. loyal customers had some final thoughts. >> it's sad. i mean, it's very telling. the state of the of the city. i hope the mayor can do something soon in oakland. >> cornell, bernard abc seven news. >> new details today about a shooting death involving officers in sunnyvale. police say th were called to a mobile home park on vienna drive yesterday for reports of a man with a knife. they say they came
floyd mitchell begins his new role as opd chief in early may. council member noelxpectaons. >> it's going to take, a strong police chief action, and working with our police department and the neighborhood and make sure that this does not continue. >> gotta enjoy it while it's here. right. >> gallo talked with oakland firefighters grabbing their last lunch here. in a statement, in-n-out says, we are grateful for the local community, which has supported us for over 18 years. but...
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the four finalists for the job are abdul pridgen, san leandro's, former police chief floyd mitchell, the former chief in lubbock, texas, cincinnati police department leader lisa davis and luis molina, a new york city deputy mayor. >> new details in that terrible, deadly crash that killed a family of four at san francisco, at a san francisco bus stop on saturday. the 78 year old driver who hit them is now out of the hospital. meanwhile, family members say the organs of the youngest victim, a three month old baby, are being donated. the baby died of his injuries yesterday. his parents and brother died this weekend. the victim's family is thanking the community for their overwhelming support. now saying in a statement, diego and matilda were what one would call real life enhancers, the kind of people everyone loved to be around. >> still to come, a new tool to highlight local businesses and events in oakland. the plan to install 50 of these kiosks and who will pay for them? >> plus, republican leaders touting a victory. the plan, backed by the biden administration that could impose a pr
the four finalists for the job are abdul pridgen, san leandro's, former police chief floyd mitchell, the former chief in lubbock, texas, cincinnati police department leader lisa davis and luis molina, a new york city deputy mayor. >> new details in that terrible, deadly crash that killed a family of four at san francisco, at a san francisco bus stop on saturday. the 78 year old driver who hit them is now out of the hospital. meanwhile, family members say the organs of the youngest victim,...
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floyd mitchell begins his new role as opd chief in early may. council member noel gayo has expectations. it's going to take, a strong police chief action, and working with our police department, the neighborhood, and make sure that this does not continue. >> gotta enjoy it while it's here. right. >> gayo talk with oakland firefighters grabbing their last lunch here. in a statement in an out says we are grateful for the local community, which has supported us for over 18 years, but our top priority must be the safety and well-being of our customers and associates. the company says employees can transfer to other restaurants or receive a severance package. loyal customers had some final thoughts. >> it's sad. i mean, it's very telling. the state of the of the city. i hope the mayor can do something soon in oakland. >> cornell, bernard abc seven news. >> we're learning new details today about a shooting death involving officers in sunnyvale. police say they were called to a mobile home park on vienna drive yesterday for reports of a man with a knif
floyd mitchell begins his new role as opd chief in early may. council member noel gayo has expectations. it's going to take, a strong police chief action, and working with our police department, the neighborhood, and make sure that this does not continue. >> gotta enjoy it while it's here. right. >> gayo talk with oakland firefighters grabbing their last lunch here. in a statement in an out says we are grateful for the local community, which has supported us for over 18 years, but...
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i'm looking for someone who can deliver results. >> floyd mitchell takes over more than a year after former police chief lauren armstrong was fired. chief mitchell served 25 years as a police officer in kansas city. he then went on to become police chief in the cities of temple and lubbock, texas, where crime rates went down during his tenure. but he left lubbock because of concerns over abandoned 911 calls. >> he didn't make any excuses, but instead he talked about what he learned from that experience. >> mayor tao believes that's the type of experience that will help mitchell forge a new path for the department. it is a challenge, and i get that. and i'm pretty sure chief mitchell understand that coming into this place, and but, you know, we will work on those challenges. sergeant hui win is president of the oakland police officers association. he hasn't met the new police chief, but he says chief mitchell already has the full support of the department. but others in the community are raising concerns. mikayla galvez venegas works on violence prevention. she believes the new chief
i'm looking for someone who can deliver results. >> floyd mitchell takes over more than a year after former police chief lauren armstrong was fired. chief mitchell served 25 years as a police officer in kansas city. he then went on to become police chief in the cities of temple and lubbock, texas, where crime rates went down during his tenure. but he left lubbock because of concerns over abandoned 911 calls. >> he didn't make any excuses, but instead he talked about what he learned...
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floyd mitchell comes to oakland from lubbock, texas. >> he's a really smart crime fighter who delivers results, and that's what i'm looking for. i'm looking for someone who can deliver results. >> mitchell served 25 years in kansas city before moving into the top job in temple, texas, and lubbock. crime rates went down in lubbock under his four years of leadership. mitchell resigned, though, after facing criticism over failures to respond to 911 calls. the mayor says mitchell's record shows he delivers results on crime, and in interviews with the city last month, mitchell said that's his top priority. >> i believe the crime issue in oakland should be our primary focus moving forward. from everything that i have read, this is the major issue facing the oakland police department and its community. >> chief mitchell will likely start work in may. ahead on abc seven news here at six. abc seven news insider phil matier will join us to discuss what mitchell's hiring means for the city. >> and there's a new vision for oakland's downtown years in the making. today, the city released the long a
floyd mitchell comes to oakland from lubbock, texas. >> he's a really smart crime fighter who delivers results, and that's what i'm looking for. i'm looking for someone who can deliver results. >> mitchell served 25 years in kansas city before moving into the top job in temple, texas, and lubbock. crime rates went down in lubbock under his four years of leadership. mitchell resigned, though, after facing criticism over failures to respond to 911 calls. the mayor says mitchell's...
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. >> floyd mitchell was introduced today as the city's 13th chief in the last 20 years. he says his approach is centered on data driven, proactive policing and building a close partnership with the community. >> my approach begins with strong community engagement and collaboration. i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. >> he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand. >> mitchell spent more than 20 years on the police force in kansas city. he then went on to serve as police chief in temple, texas, and lubbock. after that, he's expected to start his job in oakland in late april or early may. >> chief mitchell will face his fair share of issues when he takes the helm. abc seven news insider phil matier joined us on getting answers today at 3 p.m. to lay out some of those challenges, as the emphasis is going to be on public safety and that means more police on the streets. >> the question is whether oakland even has the money right now to put more police on the street in the numbers that may be needed up to a 90 police officers are up for
. >> floyd mitchell was introduced today as the city's 13th chief in the last 20 years. he says his approach is centered on data driven, proactive policing and building a close partnership with the community. >> my approach begins with strong community engagement and collaboration. i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. >> he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand. >> mitchell spent more than 20 years on the police force in kansas...
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. >> floyd mitchell was introduced today as the city's 13th chief in the last 20 years. he says his approach is centered on data driven, proactive policing and building a close partnership with the community. >> my approach begins with strong community engagement and collaboration. i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. >> he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand. >> mitchell spent more than 20 years on the police force in kansas city. he then went on to serve as police chief in temple, texas, and lubbock. after that, he's expected to start his job in oakland in late april or early may. >> chief mitchell will face his fair share of issues when he takes the helm. abc seven news insider phil matier joined us on getting answers today at 3 p.m. to lay out some of those challenges, as the emphasis is going to be on public safety and that means more police on the streets. >> the question is whether oakland even has the money right now to put more police on the street in the numbers that may be needed up to a 90 police officers are up for
. >> floyd mitchell was introduced today as the city's 13th chief in the last 20 years. he says his approach is centered on data driven, proactive policing and building a close partnership with the community. >> my approach begins with strong community engagement and collaboration. i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. >> he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand. >> mitchell spent more than 20 years on the police force in kansas...
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i'm looking for someone who can deliver results. >> floyd mitchell takes over more than a year after former police chief lauren armstrong was fired. chief mitchell served 25 years as a police officer in kansas city. he then went on to become police chief in the cities of temple and lubbock, texas, where crime rates went down during his tenure. but he left lubbock because of concerns over abandoned 911 calls. >> he didn't make any excuses, but instead he talked about what he learned from that experience. >> mayor tao believes that's the type of experience that will help mitchell forge a new path for the department. it is a challenge, and i get that. and i'm pretty sure chief mitchell understand that coming into this place, and but, you know, we will work on those challenges. sergeant hui win is president of the oakland police officers association. he hasn't met the new police chief, but he says chief mitchell already has the full support of the department. but others in the community are raising concerns. mikayla galvez venegas works on violence prevention. she believes the new chief
i'm looking for someone who can deliver results. >> floyd mitchell takes over more than a year after former police chief lauren armstrong was fired. chief mitchell served 25 years as a police officer in kansas city. he then went on to become police chief in the cities of temple and lubbock, texas, where crime rates went down during his tenure. but he left lubbock because of concerns over abandoned 911 calls. >> he didn't make any excuses, but instead he talked about what he learned...
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floyd mitchell comes to oakland from lubbock, texas, and he served 25 years in kansas city. before that. mitchell will likely start work with oakland in may. a soggy start to the day. let's check in with lisa. how's it looking right now? >> hey. good morning. it sure is. we have a few breaks out there, but taking you to the north bay and parts of the peninsula and east bay, you can see the smattering of showers down through san mateo. two 8-80 the south bay has a break, but it's a level one system. could bring us a thunderstorm today. gusty winds, much cooler. only in the 50s today and tomorrow. a little bit of a break tomorrow afternoon. >> lisa, thank you. and thank you all for joining us. the news >> janai: >> janai: we are back now on "gma," and spring's most colorful celebration, holi, the hindu festival of color. the main event is kicking off this weekend, and we're getting the party started. >> whit: you're eating early. >> janai: stop it. stop it. coming up, we're taking a bite out of some delicious dishes. >> whit: exactly, and she'll be finished chewing by then. >>
floyd mitchell comes to oakland from lubbock, texas, and he served 25 years in kansas city. before that. mitchell will likely start work with oakland in may. a soggy start to the day. let's check in with lisa. how's it looking right now? >> hey. good morning. it sure is. we have a few breaks out there, but taking you to the north bay and parts of the peninsula and east bay, you can see the smattering of showers down through san mateo. two 8-80 the south bay has a break, but it's a level...
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floyd mitchell takes over more than a year after former police chief lauren armstrong was fired. >> chief mitchell served 25 years as a police officer in kansas city. he then went on to become police chief in the cities of temple and lubbock, texas, where crime rates went down during his tenure. but he left lubbock because of concerns over abandoned 911 calls. >> he didn't make any excuses, but instead he talked about what he learned from that experience. >> mayor tao believes that's the type of experience that will help mitchell forge a new path for the department. it is a challenge. uh- and i get that. and i'm pretty sure chief mitchell understand that coming into this place, and but, you know, we will work on those challenges. sergeant hui win is president of the oakland police officers association. he hasn't met the new police chief, but he says chief mitchell already has the full support of the department. but others in the community are raising concerns. mikayla galvez venegas works on violence prevention. she believes the new chief will just be a band-aid to some of the larger issu
floyd mitchell takes over more than a year after former police chief lauren armstrong was fired. >> chief mitchell served 25 years as a police officer in kansas city. he then went on to become police chief in the cities of temple and lubbock, texas, where crime rates went down during his tenure. but he left lubbock because of concerns over abandoned 911 calls. >> he didn't make any excuses, but instead he talked about what he learned from that experience. >> mayor tao believes...
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i'm looking for someone who can deliver results. >> floyd mitchell takes over more than a year after former police chief lauren armstrong was fired. chief mitchell served 25 years as a police officer in kansas city. he then went on to become police chief in the cities of temple and lubbock, texas, where crime rates went down during his tenure. but he left lubbock because of concerns over abandoned 911 calls. he didn't make any excuses, but instead he talked about what he learned from that experience. mayor tao believes that's the type of experience that will help mitchell forge a new path for the department. >> it is a challenge, uh- and i get that and i'm pretty sure chief mitchell understand that coming into this place, and but, you know, we will work on those challenges. >> sergeant hui win is president of the oakland police officers association. he hasn't met the new police chief, but he says chief mitchell already has the full support of the department. but others in the community are raising concerns. makayla galvez venegas works on violence prevention. she believes the new chi
i'm looking for someone who can deliver results. >> floyd mitchell takes over more than a year after former police chief lauren armstrong was fired. chief mitchell served 25 years as a police officer in kansas city. he then went on to become police chief in the cities of temple and lubbock, texas, where crime rates went down during his tenure. but he left lubbock because of concerns over abandoned 911 calls. he didn't make any excuses, but instead he talked about what he learned from that...
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i'm looking for someone who can deliver results. >> floyd mitchell takes over more than a year after former police chief lauren armstrong was fired. chief mitchell served 25 years as a police officer in kansas city. he then went on to become police chief in the cities of temple and lubbock, texas, where crime rates went down during his tenure. but he left lubbock because of concerns over abandoned 911 calls. >> he didn't make any excuses, but instead he talked about what he learned from that experience. >> mayor tao believes that's the type of experience that will help mitchell forge a new path for the department. it is a challenge. uh- and i and i get that and i'm pretty sure chief mitchell understand that coming into this place, and but, you know, we will work on those challenges. sergeant hui win is president of the oakland police officers association. he hasn't met the new police chief, but he says chief mitchell already has the full support of the department. but others in the community are raising concerns. michaela galvez venegas works on violence prevention. she believes the
i'm looking for someone who can deliver results. >> floyd mitchell takes over more than a year after former police chief lauren armstrong was fired. chief mitchell served 25 years as a police officer in kansas city. he then went on to become police chief in the cities of temple and lubbock, texas, where crime rates went down during his tenure. but he left lubbock because of concerns over abandoned 911 calls. >> he didn't make any excuses, but instead he talked about what he learned...
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the mayor introduced floyd mitchell to the city yesterday. he'll be the city's 13th chief in the past 20 years. he says his approach is centered on data driven, proactive policing. he also values building a close relationship with the community. >> my approach begins with strong community engagement and collaboration. i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. >> he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand. >> mitchell spent more than 20 years on the police force in kansas city. he then went on to serve as police chief in temple and lubbock, texas. after he is expected to start his job in oakland in late april or early may, chief mitchell will face his fair share of issues when he takes the helm. >> abc seven news insider phil matier joined us on our show, getting answers at 3 p.m. to lay out some of those challenges. >> the emphasis is going to be on public safety, and that means more police on the streets. the question is whether oakland even has the money right now to put more police on the street in the nu
the mayor introduced floyd mitchell to the city yesterday. he'll be the city's 13th chief in the past 20 years. he says his approach is centered on data driven, proactive policing. he also values building a close relationship with the community. >> my approach begins with strong community engagement and collaboration. i'm here to work with the citizens of oakland. >> he's a smart crime fighter who delivers results, and it is what i demand. >> mitchell spent more than 20 years...
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the four finalists for the job are abdul pridgen, san leandro's, former police chief floyd mitchell, the former chief. >> and lubbock, texas, cincinnati police department leader lisa davis. and luis molina, a new york city deputy mayor. >> there's a new service meant to boost local businesses across oakland. it's a digital kiosk with suggestions on where to eat, shop or find an atm. abc seven news reporter anser hassan shows you how they work. >> looking for a place to eat, shop, stay and play in oakland. these new kiosks will help do that. >> when you touch the screen, it unlocks and it opens a series of applications to help you figure out how to navigate the city and how to discover the city. >> gibran muhammad is vice president of business development at ike smart city. they unveiled one of the oakland kiosks installed next to the fox theater. the kiosk feature customized city content like local shops and local events, all in real time. and unlike using a smartphone, sher muhammad says the results are based on what's happening in that neighborhood, a feature that could help highli
the four finalists for the job are abdul pridgen, san leandro's, former police chief floyd mitchell, the former chief. >> and lubbock, texas, cincinnati police department leader lisa davis. and luis molina, a new york city deputy mayor. >> there's a new service meant to boost local businesses across oakland. it's a digital kiosk with suggestions on where to eat, shop or find an atm. abc seven news reporter anser hassan shows you how they work. >> looking for a place to eat,...
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floyd mitchell comes to oakland from lubbock, texas, and he served 25 years in kansas city. before that. mitchell will likely start work with oakland in may. lisa, how's it looking outside? >> we have widely scattered showers. stephanie level one system today. we're in danville right here around 680 golf links road, stone valley road, a heavier downpour you can see all in the north bay. smattering of light to moderate showers. the peninsula, the south bay. we'll be looking at this throughout the entire day. and actually a good chance of a thunderstorm right on through early tomorrow. a break tomorrow afternoon, monday and tuesday. >> lisa thank you. thank you all for joining us. gma is next. norman, bad news... i never graduated from med school. what? but the good news is... xfinity mobile just got even better! now, you can automatically connect to wifi speeds up to a gig on the go. plus, buy one unlimited line and get one free for a year. i gotta get this deal... that's like $20 a month per unlimited line... i don't want to miss that. that's amazing doc. mobile savings are
floyd mitchell comes to oakland from lubbock, texas, and he served 25 years in kansas city. before that. mitchell will likely start work with oakland in may. lisa, how's it looking outside? >> we have widely scattered showers. stephanie level one system today. we're in danville right here around 680 golf links road, stone valley road, a heavier downpour you can see all in the north bay. smattering of light to moderate showers. the peninsula, the south bay. we'll be looking at this...
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mayor shengtao is set to introduce floyd mitchell at city hall this afternoon. mitchell most recently served as police chief in lubbock, texas. his start date has not been announced, but he is expected to begin his new role in late april or early may. oakland has been without a police chief for more than a year. amanda, how's traffic this morning? >> well, reggie, we're going to start in sonoma county. that crash at highway 37 and highway 121 that we were telling you about, it was a head on collision involving three vehicles. it has been cleared from the intersection. know that there are still residual delays, especially on eastbound 37. then to the richmond-san rafael bridge camera. a lot of congestion approaching the toll plaza. back to you. >> thanks, amanda. we're going to check in with best musical is back, featuring songs that are fresh, winning and tuneful. come see the mega hits about a girl from 1960s baltimore. me who dares to dream big and changes the world. don't miss the warm hearted musical comedy hairspray. >> coming to the orpheum theater for one
mayor shengtao is set to introduce floyd mitchell at city hall this afternoon. mitchell most recently served as police chief in lubbock, texas. his start date has not been announced, but he is expected to begin his new role in late april or early may. oakland has been without a police chief for more than a year. amanda, how's traffic this morning? >> well, reggie, we're going to start in sonoma county. that crash at highway 37 and highway 121 that we were telling you about, it was a head...
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now he can add. >> i have selected chief floyd mitchell. >> reporter: oakland's next chief. mayor sheng thao announced it friday morning. >> he is a strong leader, a smart crime fighter and more so than that, delivers results. >> reporter: mitchell said in a statement he looks forward to working with residents, businesses, city leadership, and the police commission to build a stronger and safer oakland. he still has to clear certain state requirements including a test. >> he has not taken the test quite yet. we wanted to make sure the community knows this is oakland's next chief. >> reporter: it follows more than a year of no permanent chief after the mayor fired chief armstrong weeks after the department would have completed its federal oversight program after 20 years. it is still under that oversight and has had 12 police chiefs in the past two decades including ann kirkpatrick. >> he has the judge, the officers, everybody is not online. and that will be something we have to bridge very quickly. >> reporter: her advice, make himself available. >> come to the table with be
now he can add. >> i have selected chief floyd mitchell. >> reporter: oakland's next chief. mayor sheng thao announced it friday morning. >> he is a strong leader, a smart crime fighter and more so than that, delivers results. >> reporter: mitchell said in a statement he looks forward to working with residents, businesses, city leadership, and the police commission to build a stronger and safer oakland. he still has to clear certain state requirements including a test....
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. >> reporter: floyd mitchell has more than 30 years experience and veteran of the u.s. air force and soon can add. >> i have selected chief floyd mitchell. >> reporter: oakland police department's next chief announced friday morning. >> a strong leader a smart crime fighter and more so than that, delivers results. >> reporter: mitchell said in a statement he looks forward to working with residents, businesses, city leadership and the police commission to build a stronger and safer oakland. before we had do any of that he has to clear certain state rimts including a test. the mayor says that process is under way. >> currently right now he has not taken that test, we wanted to make sure the community knows that this is oakland the next chief. >> reporter: his appointment following more than a year of no permanent chief after the mayor fired chief armstrong weeks before the department completed its federal oversight program after 20 years. it's still under that oversight and had 12 police chiefs in the past two decades including former police chief ann kirkpatrick. >> a po
. >> reporter: floyd mitchell has more than 30 years experience and veteran of the u.s. air force and soon can add. >> i have selected chief floyd mitchell. >> reporter: oakland police department's next chief announced friday morning. >> a strong leader a smart crime fighter and more so than that, delivers results. >> reporter: mitchell said in a statement he looks forward to working with residents, businesses, city leadership and the police commission to build a...
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the mayor selected floyd mitchell this week or last week after a lengthy and expensive search process. mitchell will be introduced at a press conference on wednesday. the naacp issued the statement ahead of that introduction and says in part, the vacancy of this critical condition caused a real sense of lawlessness in oakland and were glad to see that the city is finally moving forward. the naacp oakland branch welcomes floyd mitchell and his family to the city. >>> for the first time in a 75 year history, in and out shut down one of its popular restaurants in oakland. the decision had everything to do with crime in the area. >> there are so many in and out locations like this one behind me which is not at risk of shutting down but the one and only in oakland is no more. for the first time in the company's 75 year history, in and out shut down the location and this one which was at oakland international airport, there is a long line of customers who showed up for the final day of business yesterday. the restaurant was staffed heavily with security and plenty of reminders for guests no
the mayor selected floyd mitchell this week or last week after a lengthy and expensive search process. mitchell will be introduced at a press conference on wednesday. the naacp issued the statement ahead of that introduction and says in part, the vacancy of this critical condition caused a real sense of lawlessness in oakland and were glad to see that the city is finally moving forward. the naacp oakland branch welcomes floyd mitchell and his family to the city. >>> for the first time...
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it still under that oversight, oakland mayor sheng thao will introduce incoming police chief floyd mitchell during a news conference at 1:00 this afternoon. bob riddell, nbc bay area news. >>> just coming into our news room, a teen is recovering after an overnight shooting in berkeley that happened shortly after 11 last night, the boy was hit in the thigh after multiple shots were fired on bonar st, taken to a children's hospital, the shooting happened in the city councilman terry taplin, he got to ask this morning saying berkeley leaders no longer have the luxury to ignore crime. my heart is with the young man who was injured and with the impacted neighbors. he says he will be in touch with the police chief about the next steps, no arrests have been made. >> baltimore, the community is reeling following the francis scott key bridge collapse, six workers are still missing to >> the cargo ships, it lost power ramming into that bridge overnight, the rescue mission turned into recovery operation. the dive teams are now searching for lack waters using sonar just to find any signs of those men.
it still under that oversight, oakland mayor sheng thao will introduce incoming police chief floyd mitchell during a news conference at 1:00 this afternoon. bob riddell, nbc bay area news. >>> just coming into our news room, a teen is recovering after an overnight shooting in berkeley that happened shortly after 11 last night, the boy was hit in the thigh after multiple shots were fired on bonar st, taken to a children's hospital, the shooting happened in the city councilman terry...
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incoming chief floyd mitchell is a veteran of the u.s. air force, has more than 30 years of experience in law enforcement and most recently he was the chief of police in lubbock, texas, for four years. mitchell resigned as chief last september. the reason was never disclosed. before he can take over as oakland's chief, mitchell has to clear certain statement requirements, including taking a test. the mayor says that process is under way. >>> a last look at the forecast. >> we're starting out with some clouds. we're going to see some rain later on. it does start in the north bay, late morning, and the rest of the bay area seeing it during the afternoon into the evening. then we do get another break in the activity tomorrow, but another storm system will be arriving on friday that could keep it unsettled throughout the weekend, and cooler temperatures moving in. >>> it's a crash in the north bay right now i'm concerned with right at sears point. highway 37, 121, not a lot of lanes there. one less because of a crash and crash activity. both
incoming chief floyd mitchell is a veteran of the u.s. air force, has more than 30 years of experience in law enforcement and most recently he was the chief of police in lubbock, texas, for four years. mitchell resigned as chief last september. the reason was never disclosed. before he can take over as oakland's chief, mitchell has to clear certain statement requirements, including taking a test. the mayor says that process is under way. >>> a last look at the forecast. >> we're...
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. >> reporter: former police chief floyd mitchell will lead the department in addition to leading the lubbock, texas pd he previously served as chief in temple texas and is an air force veteran. mayor tells that she is confident mitchell is the best person to handle the job. >> this is not a new thing for him to be chief of department and he holds himself to a high standard and this is what i respect and appreciate about his leadership. >> the new chief comes with controversy. texas department surveys also show struggled to gain the trust of his officers. >> he has a previous track record and is he going to do it. after more than a year without a permanent police chief oakland police officers association says it welcomes the new permanent leadership. >> we look forward to chief mitchell coming to the city of oakland and providing service to our community. >> reporter: the naacp also welcoming new leadership says they hope the new chief takes a community focused approach. >> we do think it's important that he understands the difficulty of the job and that he will come in and be willing
. >> reporter: former police chief floyd mitchell will lead the department in addition to leading the lubbock, texas pd he previously served as chief in temple texas and is an air force veteran. mayor tells that she is confident mitchell is the best person to handle the job. >> this is not a new thing for him to be chief of department and he holds himself to a high standard and this is what i respect and appreciate about his leadership. >> the new chief comes with controversy....
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former texas police chief floyd mitchell will now lead opd. he also served as police chief in temple texas. new chief also comes with controversy. he resigned as lubbock chief last fall after criticism of his department's response time. the mayor says she is confident that mitchell is the best person to handle the job. >> didn't make any excuses but talked about what he learned from the experience and so through this experience i am excited that he will bring it over to add on to what we are going through with oakland 911 systems and so i have every belief that your ship will be resounding. >> oakland by the way has had 12 police chiefs in the last 20 years. oakland's last chief is currently suing the city for wrongful termination after he was fired suddenly last february. the incoming chief will still have to clear certain state requirements for or he can step into's position. he is expected to start in late april or early may. >>> an update and a san jose search for a chief. this chief will retire at the end of this month after 28 years. we
former texas police chief floyd mitchell will now lead opd. he also served as police chief in temple texas. new chief also comes with controversy. he resigned as lubbock chief last fall after criticism of his department's response time. the mayor says she is confident that mitchell is the best person to handle the job. >> didn't make any excuses but talked about what he learned from the experience and so through this experience i am excited that he will bring it over to add on to what we...
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in a video message the mayor announced that floyd mitchell will be taking over opd. most recently he was the police chief in lubbock, texas for four years. it is about half the population of oakland. he was also the chief in temple, texas and is an air force veteran. he is credited with bringing down overall crime while at the helm in lubbock but does come with some controversy. he resigned as lubbock's chief after criticism about 911 call times in lubbock. the number of people hanging up before getting their calls answered double in two years. as we reported, oakland has its own issues with 911. today the mayor told nbc that she believes mitchell is the best person for the job. >> in regards to the 911 calls, i had the same issues and this is why during the interview i asked him directly about this very situation. to be quite honest, i was very impressed about his response. he didn't make excuses but instead talked about what he learned from the experience. so i am excited he will bring that experience over to add on to what we are going through with the 911 system
in a video message the mayor announced that floyd mitchell will be taking over opd. most recently he was the police chief in lubbock, texas for four years. it is about half the population of oakland. he was also the chief in temple, texas and is an air force veteran. he is credited with bringing down overall crime while at the helm in lubbock but does come with some controversy. he resigned as lubbock's chief after criticism about 911 call times in lubbock. the number of people hanging up...
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the formally introduced chief floyd mitchell this afternoon, he laid out his chief priorities. we are in oakland with more. >>> it is my honor to introduce to you, our new top police officer, chief boyd mitchell. >> reporter: the 30 year law- enforcement veteran is taking center stage in oakland. incoming chief, mitchell says he will take a proactive, data- driven and committee focused approach to address the needs of the city. >> my approach begins with strong community engagement and collaboration. >> reporter: it is a welcomed announcement, as oakland works to attract more people to the town. >> we are welcoming visitors from all over the world, i know safety and security is key for any destination, so this is a great day for oakland. >> reporter: mitchell spent 25 years in his hometown as a kansas city police officer, before leading both the temple and let it police departments. he resigned lustful amidst criticism of abandoned 911 calls and dispatch issues, a failure, he says, he owns.'s but i was listening to informal medication changes opposed to listening to boots on th
the formally introduced chief floyd mitchell this afternoon, he laid out his chief priorities. we are in oakland with more. >>> it is my honor to introduce to you, our new top police officer, chief boyd mitchell. >> reporter: the 30 year law- enforcement veteran is taking center stage in oakland. incoming chief, mitchell says he will take a proactive, data- driven and committee focused approach to address the needs of the city. >> my approach begins with strong community...
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mayor sheng thao named floyd mitchell as the city's new police chief last week and formally introduced him in a ceremony this afternoon. he says he is committed to proactive policing, data-driven initiatives, and focusing on the implementation of the city's cease-fire strategy to reduce crime in oakland. mitchell says his first 100 days on the job will be spent getting to know his staff, city leadership, and the community, along with addressing major safety issues facing the city. >> is working with the city administrator, working with the mayor, and addressing those small things that will help us get better, and help us attack the violent crime issue in oakland, and also issues of satisfying the need for federal monitoring. >> mayor thao shows she picked the 30 year in foresman veteran because she believes he is a strong leader and will focus on unity engagement. opd has had 12 chiefs in the past 20 years, and remains operating under federal oversight. he says he is committed to staying in oakland and working to get out from under federal monitoring. >>> now to an odd sight in the sou
mayor sheng thao named floyd mitchell as the city's new police chief last week and formally introduced him in a ceremony this afternoon. he says he is committed to proactive policing, data-driven initiatives, and focusing on the implementation of the city's cease-fire strategy to reduce crime in oakland. mitchell says his first 100 days on the job will be spent getting to know his staff, city leadership, and the community, along with addressing major safety issues facing the city. >> is...
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mayor sheng thao names floyd mitchell, the city's chief last week. today, though, he was formally introduced at a ceremony in city hall. mitchell's most recently led the department in lubbock, texas, before resigning last fall. he says he is committed to proactive policing, data-driven initiatives, and focusing on the implementation of the city's cease-fire strategies to reduce crime. mitchell says his first 100 days on the job will be spent getting to know his staff, city leadership and the community. along with addressing major safety issues, facing oakland, he also says he wants to change the narrative in the town. >> my approach is high visibility, responsible, proactive policing which is procedurally judged, data- driven, and grounded in strategies that address our most difficult issues. >> reporter: chief mitchell is a strong leader. is a smart crimefighter. he delivers results. and it is what i demand. as your mayor, i demand results. >> she said she picked the 30- year-old foresman veteran because he is a strong leader who will focus on commu
mayor sheng thao names floyd mitchell, the city's chief last week. today, though, he was formally introduced at a ceremony in city hall. mitchell's most recently led the department in lubbock, texas, before resigning last fall. he says he is committed to proactive policing, data-driven initiatives, and focusing on the implementation of the city's cease-fire strategies to reduce crime. mitchell says his first 100 days on the job will be spent getting to know his staff, city leadership and the...
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floyd mitchell will leave the police department. mitchell circus police chief of both lubbock texas, temple, texas. he is also an air force, veteran. recently mitchell resigned as lubbock police chief last fall after criticism of his department but along with stunted 911 calls. as you know, that is an issue that oakland is also facing. mayor tao is confident that he is the best person for the job. >>> one of the closest races in the country is happening in the bay area. the battle to replace the outgoing congresswoman. it is still razor thin. look at this, this is district 16 in san mateo and santa clara counties joe siminian now leads evan low by two single votes. two votes. this is second place, by the way. summer carter also clinched the top spot, so the top two advanced to the election. it will be ricardo and simitian or low . >>> well, he is not up for election, but governor newsom is facing another recall. today, the recall group got the green light from the secretary of state to begin gathering signatures. this effort started
floyd mitchell will leave the police department. mitchell circus police chief of both lubbock texas, temple, texas. he is also an air force, veteran. recently mitchell resigned as lubbock police chief last fall after criticism of his department but along with stunted 911 calls. as you know, that is an issue that oakland is also facing. mayor tao is confident that he is the best person for the job. >>> one of the closest races in the country is happening in the bay area. the battle to...
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the incoming police chief floyd mitchell comes to us from lubbock, texas where he was police chief there for years. prior to that, he was police chief in temple, texas, and prior to that he was a police officer with kansas city. he has a bachelors degree and mba. lubbock, texas has a population of almost 261,000 people. oakland, where i'm at, has almost 434,000 people, according to the latest census data. the mayor of oakland would not make herself available for questions from us this morning, and instead released a prerecorded video statement. >> chief mitchell is a strong leader, and smart crime fighter who delivers results. his commitment to proving crime reduction strategies, including proactive policing and strong officer community engagement vaulted him to the top of the list. >> reporter: the president of the oakland police officer's association released this statement -- >> reporter: now, oakland has had 12 police chiefs over the past 20 years. and it's been under an interim police chief since the mayor fired chief armstrong in february of 2023. armstrong has since sued the city
the incoming police chief floyd mitchell comes to us from lubbock, texas where he was police chief there for years. prior to that, he was police chief in temple, texas, and prior to that he was a police officer with kansas city. he has a bachelors degree and mba. lubbock, texas has a population of almost 261,000 people. oakland, where i'm at, has almost 434,000 people, according to the latest census data. the mayor of oakland would not make herself available for questions from us this morning,...
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. >> it is my honor to introduce you, our new top police officer, chief floyd mitchell. >> there you go. oakland mere tao announcing mitchell in a ceremony at city hall. mitchell most recently led the police department in lubbock, texas. he is credited with bringing crime down there, violent crime down, but he resigned in lubbock last fall after criticism over lubbock's 911 response times. mitchell vowed to spend his first 100 days on the job getting to know the community, addressing major safety issues facing oakland, including rising crime. >> my approach is high visibility, responsible proactive policing that is procedurally just, data-driven, and grounded in evidence-based tragedies that addressed our most difficult issues. >> and here's going to be the question moving forward. is he in a position to succeed in oakland police has had 12 police chiefs, 12 in the past 20 years. during his interview process in the last several months, mitchell actually asked about this. he asked about the revolving door of police chiefs. he says the city leaders want to change that he is expected to
. >> it is my honor to introduce you, our new top police officer, chief floyd mitchell. >> there you go. oakland mere tao announcing mitchell in a ceremony at city hall. mitchell most recently led the police department in lubbock, texas. he is credited with bringing crime down there, violent crime down, but he resigned in lubbock last fall after criticism over lubbock's 911 response times. mitchell vowed to spend his first 100 days on the job getting to know the community,...