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Berkeley police seek tips after robbery, pistol-whipping

Berkeley police seek tips after robbery, pistol-whipping

When the victim did not turn over his property, the assailant struck him in the head with a gun and took his phone.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 24, 2023
Price critic facing misdemeanor blasts DA for security breach

Price critic facing misdemeanor blasts DA for security breach

The DA's office made Butch Ford's address public, in violation of state law and the union contract, when it charged him with a misdemeanor this week.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 21, 2023
Elmwood Theatre is back! Online tickets are on sale again

Elmwood Theatre is back! Online tickets are on sale again

A city inspection found no structural damage to the movie house after Wednesday's crash, the Elmwood Theatre said.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 21, 2023
No arrest quotas, no racial bias: Berkeley police bike team cleared of claims by fired cop

No arrest quotas, no racial bias: Berkeley police bike team cleared of claims by fired cop

The former sergeant of the bike unit remains on paid leave pending the completion of a misconduct investigation into his text messages.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 20, 2023
Man wounded in northwest Berkeley shooting

Man wounded in northwest Berkeley shooting

A man with a gunshot wound showed up in a local hospital several hours after gunfire reports on Fifth Street.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 20, 2023
Man struck on Berkeley freeway after sheriff's office chase

Man struck on Berkeley freeway after sheriff's office chase

Authorities say the incident followed a pursuit into Alameda County by the Contra Costa County sheriff's office.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 19, 2023
Berkeley's Elmwood Theatre temporarily closed by car crash

Berkeley's Elmwood Theatre temporarily closed by car crash

"We will reopen as quickly as possible and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to the movies," said Ky Boyd, Rialto Cinemas owner.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 19, 2023

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