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Man, 44, found dead on busy Berkeley sidewalk

Man, 44, found dead on busy Berkeley sidewalk

A downtown worker got worried at about 5:40 p.m. after realizing the man, ID'd as Andrew Nathan Patrick, had not moved for hours, authorities said.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 29, 2025
New Alameda County DA says she'll 'do things a little different'

New Alameda County DA says she'll 'do things a little different'

Ursula Jones Dickson said she'll take a close look at staffing and timely charging, while also ensuring collaborative courts remain an option.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 28, 2025
Alameda County DA decision: Highlights from the meeting

Alameda County DA decision: Highlights from the meeting

Scroll down for live tweets from Tuesday's Board of Supervisors meeting.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 28, 2025
Alameda County's next DA will be Judge Ursula Jones Dickson

Alameda County's next DA will be Judge Ursula Jones Dickson

The vote to fill the vacant DA position following the decisive recall of Pamela Price in November came after hours of public comment.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 28, 2025
Thieves steal $25,000 in gear from Berkeley North Face

Thieves steal $25,000 in gear from Berkeley North Face

Six or more people pulled up to the store in two cars and then ran out with $25,000 in stolen merchandise, according to preliminary reports.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 27, 2025
Are Berkeley and the Bay Area ready for major wildfires?

Are Berkeley and the Bay Area ready for major wildfires?

A UC Berkeley-led team is using simulations to stress-test the region’s preparedness and building games to educate the public about wildfires.
By Guest Contributor Jan 27, 2025
Update: Female pedestrian, 66, dead after Berkeley crash

Update: Female pedestrian, 66, dead after Berkeley crash

The woman who died Sunday was Elise Lusk, a Berkeley native who later moved to Kensington. The driver was an 87-year-old Oakland woman.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 26, 2025

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