TBS Today, May 23
Two stories for you today as we head into the weekend.
- The CHP arrested three people in Berkeley on Friday in connection with a carjacking case from San Francisco, according to early reports. If you wondered about a hovering helicopter — here's what we know.
- And the latest Scanner exclusive: On Friday, a judge ordered a man who was shot by police during a standoff in Berkeley to be assessed by a psychiatrist before his case can proceed. TBS was the only news outlet in the room.
CHP catches SF carjacking suspects in Berkeley
CHP units, including a law enforcement helicopter, followed the suspects into Berkeley on Friday.
Emilie Raguso
Ricardo Ruiz case: Judge orders psych review to avoid ‘fiasco’
The judge told Ruiz he was jeopardizing his case by demanding to move forward when his attorney wasn’t ready.
Emilie Raguso
In other news
Thursday was a long day, with a detailed city budget meeting followed by a large community meeting about Ohlone Park. We have stories on both in the works. Stay tuned.
In case you missed it
Ohlone Park encampment is a public health and public safety emergency: Op-ed
Berkeley’s “continued inaction regarding the Ohlone Park encampment speaks volumes about where its priorities lie,” today’s authors argue.
Guest Essay
Cousins charged with stabbing of Berkeley High student
The attack may have been a case of mistaken identity related to a feud between Hispanic gangs at Berkeley High, police wrote.
Emilie Raguso
Berkeley faces ‘tough choices’ as budget talks continue
Money for an affordable housing program may be on the chopping block. A citywide hiring freeze is already in place.
Emilie Raguso
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