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UC Berkeley stabbing: Exclusive new details

UC Berkeley stabbing: Exclusive new details

The victim was reportedly stabbed more than a dozen times. Police are investigating reports about a disgruntled ex.
By Emilie Raguso May 5, 2025
Homeless man stabbed amid dispute over public urination

Homeless man stabbed amid dispute over public urination

Ali Davis, who got upset after seeing the man peeing in public in the neighborhood where he works, told police he stabbed him in self-defense.
By Emilie Raguso May 5, 2025
Update: Driver tossed grenade during CHP chase into Berkeley

Update: Driver tossed grenade during CHP chase into Berkeley

After spotting the grenade, officers immediately closed traffic and began evacuating people from the area. The driver was ID'd as Carlos Kuceja.
By Emilie Raguso May 2, 2025
Berkeley postpones EMBER vote, announces workshops

Berkeley postpones EMBER vote, announces workshops

District 6 Councilman Brent Blackaby shared the following announcement Thursday. It has been reprinted with permission.
By Guest Contributor May 2, 2025
Our spring campaign ends today: Consider a one-time gift

Our spring campaign ends today: Consider a one-time gift

New members will get Scanner Partner benefits for a year.
By Editor's desk May 2, 2025
Another Berkeley stabbing under investigation

Another Berkeley stabbing under investigation

Police said the victim declined to provide much detail but said he had been stabbed while sitting on the steps outside a homeless shelter.
By Emilie Raguso May 2, 2025
Berkeley Scanner a finalist for California Journalism Awards

Berkeley Scanner a finalist for California Journalism Awards

The Scanner is also under consideration for a general excellence award for its coverage last year.
By Editor's desk May 2, 2025

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