TBS Today, Feb. 20
Several news briefs and a court story for you today.
Also, just a reminder: If you're ready to start learning about Berkeley mayoral candidates, there's a forum coming Thursday.
The in-person event is sold out but you can watch online live at 5 p.m. or catch the recording later.
If you happened to snag a ticket, be sure to say hello if you spot TBS there!
Berkeley police interrupt sex crime caught live on camera
As of Tuesday, Zhe Wang remained in custody at Berkeley Jail, according to booking records. He was arrested on suspicion of three felony sex crimes.
Emilie Raguso
Killer with 114-year sentence now poised for new plea deal
Lilron Jones — now 28 — was 17 when he murdered 15-year-old Jubrille Jordan in Oakland in 2012. Jones already had a strike at the time.
Emilie Raguso
Berkeley woman in her 80s scares off would-be intruder
The woman was napping at her home near Oxford and Virginia when the sound of breaking glass woke her up.
Emilie Raguso
Berkeley police: Man arrested after attack via metal scooter
The assailant left the scene but police found him about a block away and took him into custody.
Emilie Raguso
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UC Berkeley to review WarnMe alert system after gun scare
UC Berkeley will now “take a closer look at our WarnMe protocols including messaging and expanding the list of campus officials with access.”
Emilie Raguso
2024 Election Guide for Berkeley and Alameda County
From the March 5 primary to the November general election, here are many of the key races you’ll find on the ballot in 2024.
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