TBS Today, April 24
An electric vehicle battery fire sent "toxic smoke" into a Berkeley neighborhood this week, prompting a shelter-in-place alert for residents.
We also have a reminder about how to sign up for the city's emergency alerts.
Berkeley Fire handles EV battery fire at Webster, Benvenue
Readers shared tips, photos and videos and asked The Scanner to learn more.
Emilie Raguso
Sign up for AC Alert for official emergency advisories
Berkeley uses Alameda County’s alerting system to send texts, emails and calls during critical incidents.
City of Berkeley
In case you missed it: Journo honor
The Daily Californian has named me "Friend of the Year," part of its annual Hall of Fame event honoring distinguished alumni and other supporters. More details in our recent monthly recap.
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UC Berkeley student arrested after slashing boyfriend: Police
Laisha Ajtun, 20, was arrested Thursday on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and domestic violence.
Emilie Raguso
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