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Berkeley officials offer stern rebuke to police oversight chief

Berkeley officials offer stern rebuke to police oversight chief

"It just feels like … you're in constant opposition with what we're recommending to you," Mayor Adena Ishii told Hansel Aguilar.
By Emilie Raguso Oct 1, 2025
City officials might actually let Berkeley police get drones

City officials might actually let Berkeley police get drones

A Berkeley City Council vote on drones could come by the end of the year.
By Emilie Raguso Oct 1, 2025
UC Berkeley hate crime report: BB gun shooting, racial slurs

UC Berkeley hate crime report: BB gun shooting, racial slurs

"This kind of violence has no place in our community," said Cecilia Lunaparra, Berkeley City Council rep for the Southside district.
By Emilie Raguso Sep 30, 2025
The Berkeley Scanner turns 3: Help us celebrate

The Berkeley Scanner turns 3: Help us celebrate

We've published more than 1,200 stories and now have nearly 1,400 members. Show your support today for our unmatched coverage.
By Editor's desk Sep 29, 2025
Berkeley PD: Pot deal robbery led to gunfire outside Malcolm X

Berkeley PD: Pot deal robbery led to gunfire outside Malcolm X

During the deal, police said, the driver hit the gas, leaving alleged shooter Saul Camacho Ballesteros "hanging out the driver's side window."
By Emilie Raguso Sep 29, 2025
North Berkeley: 3 crashes on Rose Street in just 4 days

North Berkeley: 3 crashes on Rose Street in just 4 days

One longtime resident called it "worrisome news for walkers and bikers."
By Emilie Raguso Sep 29, 2025
Bike plan must balance street infrastructure with emergency response, accessibility: Op-ed

Bike plan must balance street infrastructure with emergency response, accessibility: Op-ed

It's the last day to submit input on the draft Berkeley Bike Plan.
By Emilie Raguso Sep 26, 2025

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