TBS Today, Dec. 26
Most serious crime in Berkeley was down significantly in 2025, according to preliminary data from BPD.
It was the second year crime reports plummeted following an unusual spike in 2023.
Don't miss our recap.
What happened in Berkeley crime and safety in 2025?
For the second year running, Berkeley crime was down — a lot. Here’s our 2025 recap along with the biggest stories.
Emilie Raguso
In other news: Trapped Tesla
A reader shared this photograph of a Tesla trapped by a fallen tree on Christmas morning on Keith Avenue. Workers have since removed the limbs, said a Scanner reader who shared this photo on condition of anonymity.
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In case you missed it
Suisun man charged with gun crime after Berkeley car stop
Suspect Rencis Jacob was also charged with driving without a license, court records show.
Emilie Raguso
Berkeley REI has reopened, building is safe, company says
“A structural engineer has completed an evaluation and confirmed the building is safe,” REI Co-op said in a prepared statement.
Emilie Raguso
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