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Police: Berkeley man, 21, arrested after stabbing father

Police: Berkeley man, 21, arrested after stabbing father

Isaac Bolton was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and elder abuse. He had been released from jail in June on his own recognizance.
By Emilie Raguso Nov 12, 2025
DOJ to investigate Turning Point event in Berkeley

DOJ to investigate Turning Point event in Berkeley

UC Berkeley said it would cooperate fully with the federal probe and also conduct its own investigation.
By Emilie Raguso Nov 11, 2025
Charlie Kirk event in Berkeley sparks protest against fascism

Charlie Kirk event in Berkeley sparks protest against fascism

"This is the free speech university," one protester said. "This university needs to be a hotbed of resistance."
By Emilie Raguso Nov 11, 2025
UC Berkeley students arrested as Turning Point event nears

UC Berkeley students arrested as Turning Point event nears

Protests are expected Monday night.
By Emilie Raguso Nov 10, 2025
How UC Berkeley is preparing for Turning Point’s final tour stop after Charlie Kirk’s death

How UC Berkeley is preparing for Turning Point’s final tour stop after Charlie Kirk’s death

Kirk's killing intensified concerns about political violence and renewed debate over how universities balance security and free speech.
By CalMatters Nov 10, 2025
Berkeley police investigate sexual battery on College Ave.

Berkeley police investigate sexual battery on College Ave.

The victim was identified as a Berkeley man in his 20s. Authorities said they did not know if he is a Cal student.
By Emilie Raguso Nov 10, 2025
UC Berkeley sorority intruder ID'd as felon with sex crime case

UC Berkeley sorority intruder ID'd as felon with sex crime case

Residents said their underwear and slices of pizza were missing after Courtney Alford left the sorority house Saturday.
By Emilie Raguso Nov 6, 2025

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