Sheng Thao in the courtroom

The federal corruption trial of former Mayor Sheng Thao is now underway. Oaklandside reporters Eli Wolfe and Natalie Orenstein join us to talk about who’s involved, what’s alleged, and what to watch for. **Stories we cover in this episode:** **Sheng Thao trial** - Sheng Thao trial updates - Thao trial opens with fiery allegations, strenuous disavowals - Jury selected as Sheng Thao’s trial kicks off in Oakland - Oakland corruption trial: will Mario Juarez’s checkered past be put to the jury? **City Hall** - Lee gives upbeat State of the City speech as unions increase pressure for deal - Radisson Hotel owner will pay major wage theft settlement to Oakland workers - Data center moratorium approved by Oakland amid AI backlash **Oakland’s new fire boat**  - New fireboat makes debut in Oakland, will help safeguard the waterfront **NOSH** - Eli’s Mile High Club starts closure countdown, and Seniore’s Pizza shutters Berkeley branch - Oakland airport welcomes Trader Vic’s and new market, while Berkeley gets a new sub shop **Find all these stories and more at** oaklandside.org**. Have feedback or story ideas? Email us at** [**editors@oaklandside.org**](mailto:editors@oaklandside.org)**.**