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In split vote, Berkeley approves license plate readers for police

In split vote, Berkeley approves license plate readers for police

Berkeley police hope to roll out the new license plate reader program in the fall. Locations have not been chosen but will be public when they are.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 26, 2023
Berkeley man, 23, found guilty of human trafficking, pimping

Berkeley man, 23, found guilty of human trafficking, pimping

A woman who helped the man with his prostitution operation was found guilty of pandering and is set to be placed on probation for two years.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 25, 2023
Parking dispute at Alta Bates sends felon with gun to jail

Parking dispute at Alta Bates sends felon with gun to jail

The dispute began when the shuttle driver found a motorist parked at the hospital shuttle stop, Berkeley police said.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 24, 2023
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

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