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Shasta Road fire: Still no cause, Berkeley Fire Department says

Shasta Road fire: Still no cause, Berkeley Fire Department says

A woman in her 60s sustained second-degree burns from the fire and required surgery. She has been in the hospital since Dec. 26.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 19, 2023
Berkeley neighbors raise alarm after RV fire that likely killed dog

Berkeley neighbors raise alarm after RV fire that likely killed dog

Neighbors say they were awoken by dozens of rounds of ammunition exploding and that a pitbull named Chapo was killed in the blaze.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 18, 2023
Men with gun take Honda from woman in Berkeley carjacking

Men with gun take Honda from woman in Berkeley carjacking

Two men approached the woman and one of them had a gun, police said. The man pointed the gun at her and demanded her cellphone and keys.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 17, 2023
Breaking: 2 people sustain major injuries in Bayer fire in Berkeley

Breaking: 2 people sustain major injuries in Bayer fire in Berkeley

One person who was initially trapped inside managed to get outside on their own shortly after 11:20 a.m., according to preliminary reports.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 17, 2023
What can Berkeley Lab data tell us about this year's rainfall?

What can Berkeley Lab data tell us about this year's rainfall?

Berkeley Lab weather data includes everything from rainfall charts and 15-minute precipitation totals to storm preparation tips and more.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 17, 2023
Berkeley Hills mudslide: 1 home damaged, 4 others red-tagged

Berkeley Hills mudslide: 1 home damaged, 4 others red-tagged

No injuries were reported, but 14 people were evacuated from eight homes, BFD said. Five of the homes were ultimately red-tagged.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 16, 2023
Siblings launch fundraiser, plan memorial for Reemajah Pollard

Siblings launch fundraiser, plan memorial for Reemajah Pollard

"I just want to make sure that his legacy lives on in the brightest way," Remone Pollard-Ireland, Pollard's older brother, told The Berkeley Scanner.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 12, 2023

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