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The Gene Ransom I knew: More than a basketball player

The Gene Ransom I knew: More than a basketball player

Ransom's former partner, Paula Gerstenblatt, wrote this remembrance in 2022. TBS has published it along with an update about the case.
By Guest Contributor May 21, 2024
Driver hits woman in Berkeley crosswalk

Driver hits woman in Berkeley crosswalk

Police said the woman, a Berkeley resident in her 20s, was taken to Highland Hospital with what appeared to be moderate injuries.
By Emilie Raguso May 21, 2024
Teen on e-bike taken to Highland after Berkeley crash

Teen on e-bike taken to Highland after Berkeley crash

Police said the driver made an unexpected turn, causing the teenager — who had the right-of-way — to run into him.
By Emilie Raguso May 17, 2024
Police arrest protesters who took over UC Berkeley building

Police arrest protesters who took over UC Berkeley building

From the start, UC Berkeley made it clear that the occupation would be treated as a crime scene rather than First Amendment activity.
By Emilie Raguso May 16, 2024
Preservationists worry about fate of occupied Cal building

Preservationists worry about fate of occupied Cal building

Paul Chapman’s group is asking UC Berkeley to take action to minimize damage to Anna Head and move swiftly to end the occupation.
By Frances Dinkelspiel May 16, 2024
Gun brandished during catalytic converter theft attempt

Gun brandished during catalytic converter theft attempt

There were also reports that they pushed a garbage bin into the man, denting his car, where his 2-year-old grandson was sitting.
By Emilie Raguso May 16, 2024
Activists take over UC Berkeley building near People's Park

Activists take over UC Berkeley building near People's Park

UC Berkeley put out a WarnMe alert urging people to avoid the area around Anna Head, at Channing Way and Bowditch Street.
By Emilie Raguso May 15, 2024

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