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Former Cal student Richard You charged with sex crime, DV case

Former Cal student Richard You charged with sex crime, DV case

In 2023, You ran for student government "on platforms of campus safety" and community, the student newspaper reported at the time.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 21, 2025
Two-car crash sends Honda into building, investigation ongoing

Two-car crash sends Honda into building, investigation ongoing

One person described the intersection of Virginia at MLK as "among the sketchiest" single-lane bike boulevard crossings in Berkeley.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 20, 2025
Burglars hit Berkeley Lululemon on Fourth Street overnight

Burglars hit Berkeley Lululemon on Fourth Street overnight

There had been at least 48 commercial burglaries in Berkeley as of March 12, a steep drop from the same period last year.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 20, 2025
Berkeley High arrest tears open old wounds — what's next?

Berkeley High arrest tears open old wounds — what's next?

For the past week, school administrators have prohibited all Berkeley police officers from entering campus without permission, sources said.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 13, 2025
Unprovoked attack at Berkeley homeless camp: Charges filed

Unprovoked attack at Berkeley homeless camp: Charges filed

Police say the victim was walking by when Ruby Valdez came out of her tent, threw plywood at her and pulled her to the ground by her hair.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 13, 2025
Berkeley man charged with felony assault via skateboard

Berkeley man charged with felony assault via skateboard

According to police, the skateboarder was riding home when Mark Buckingham blocked his way and attacked him.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 12, 2025
Berkeley gas station robbery: 100 cigarette cartons taken

Berkeley gas station robbery: 100 cigarette cartons taken

Police say they have not determined whether the robbers followed the owner to his gas station on Solano Avenue. The investigation is ongoing.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 12, 2025

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