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Oakland man, 28, struck and killed by train in Berkeley

Oakland man, 28, struck and killed by train in Berkeley

The man was identified as Malik Cross, 28, of Oakland, the Alameda County coroner's office said Thursday.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 27, 2024
Berkeley shooting suspect charged in illegal gun case

Berkeley shooting suspect charged in illegal gun case

Police said they seized an assault weapon, high-capacity magazine, body armor and ammunition when they arrested Devonta Butler.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 27, 2024
Female UC Berkeley students awoken by homeless intruder

Female UC Berkeley students awoken by homeless intruder

Both young women, members of Cal's beach volleyball team, said they were still disturbed and traumatized by the incident months later.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 26, 2024
Top deputy for DA Pamela Price resigns amid reorg

Top deputy for DA Pamela Price resigns amid reorg

Otis Bruce Jr. came under scrutiny at his former job in Marin County due to an investigation that found workplace misconduct.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 25, 2024
Triple murder case begins for alleged Berkeley gang member

Triple murder case begins for alleged Berkeley gang member

Authorities say Joe Carroll Jr. was a Waterfront gang member who killed three men and tried to kill three others between 2009 and 2011.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 25, 2024
Speedy plea deal for brothers, Berkeley gun case dropped

Speedy plea deal for brothers, Berkeley gun case dropped

The Alameda County DA's office dismissed multiple felony charges against both men just one week after filing a case against them.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 24, 2024
BFD puts out encampment fire on Harrison Street

BFD puts out encampment fire on Harrison Street

The fire broke out shortly before 7:30 a.m., creating a column of heavy black smoke visible from Albany to the Berkeley Hills.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 21, 2024

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