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Berkeley hit-and-run crash sends pedestrian to hospital

Berkeley hit-and-run crash sends pedestrian to hospital

The man was struck by a driver going approximately 40 mph and flung about 15 feet, according to early reports.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 7, 2026
Naked man with shotgun arrested at Berkeley Tesla

Naked man with shotgun arrested at Berkeley Tesla

Berkeley police identified the suspect as 35-year-old Edward Teece. He has been charged with several gun-related felonies.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 7, 2026
Berkeley can clear Harrison encampment, judge says

Berkeley can clear Harrison encampment, judge says

In a series of orders, the judge also carved out new rights for Berkeley homeless residents. The city did not respond to requests for comment.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 6, 2026
Men charged with 'account takeover' elder abuse scheme

Men charged with 'account takeover' elder abuse scheme

Police say surveillance cameras caught Lawrence Fabiani and Eddie Cheung trying to "acquire power of attorney and take over" a man's account.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 3, 2026
Woman found deceased in the water at Berkeley Marina

Woman found deceased in the water at Berkeley Marina

She had been experiencing suicidal thoughts, authorities said.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 2, 2026
Santa Cruz County earthquake jolts Bay Area

Santa Cruz County earthquake jolts Bay Area

The earthquake's epicenter was in Boulder Creek, about 30 minutes north of the city of Santa Cruz.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 2, 2026
Berkeley stabbing leads to new drug dealing charges

Berkeley stabbing leads to new drug dealing charges

The blade narrowly missed a woman's eye, police said. Herbert Mitchell was identified as the suspect.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 1, 2026

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