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Group of 7, ages 12-18, robs Berkeley Walgreens via knife

Group of 7, ages 12-18, robs Berkeley Walgreens via knife

When a store clerk confronted the group, one of its members threatened the clerk with a knife, according to the Berkeley Police Department.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 14, 2023
Bayer fire cause still unknown but records reveal new details

Bayer fire cause still unknown but records reveal new details

Fundraisers have been launched for both men, who were flooring contractors working at a Bayer building under renovation.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 13, 2023
Berkeley Police: Man hit North Face Outlet twice in 1 day, took $5,500 in goods

Berkeley Police: Man hit North Face Outlet twice in 1 day, took $5,500 in goods

The shop did not report the theft during the first incident because it's so commonplace, authorities said.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 13, 2023
Judge in Oakland murder case: 'I have never seen a case pled down like this before'

Judge in Oakland murder case: 'I have never seen a case pled down like this before'

Delonzo Logwood had potentially been facing a sentence of 75 years to life had he been convicted.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 9, 2023
Feb. 9: Learn about the SCU, Berkeley's new 24/7 crisis team

Feb. 9: Learn about the SCU, Berkeley's new 24/7 crisis team

The 2-year pilot program is designed to provide a non-police response for people in crisis due to mental health and substance use issues.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 9, 2023
Pamela Price's first month as Alameda County DA sees big moves, leaves many questions

Pamela Price's first month as Alameda County DA sees big moves, leaves many questions

Pamela Price has declined to talk about her biggest decisions, citing confidentiality around pending investigations and personnel matters.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 7, 2023
UPDATE: Police use fake date to snag home-invasion suspects

UPDATE: Police use fake date to snag home-invasion suspects

Berkeley police say a woman used a dating app to target the victim. Officers then set up a fake date with her to capture the culprits, BPD said.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 6, 2023

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