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Golden Gate Fields deal set to create sweeping public park

Golden Gate Fields deal set to create sweeping public park

Officials announced the effort Tuesday, calling it a "dream come true" and a "once-in-a-generation opportunity."
By Emilie Raguso Mar 31, 2026
UC Berkeley sexual battery case already headed for trial

UC Berkeley sexual battery case already headed for trial

Jonathan Rosales Contreras followed separate UC Berkeley students on campus on the same night this month, police said.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 31, 2026
10 families displaced by Berkeley apartment fire

10 families displaced by Berkeley apartment fire

One of the residents said he woke to the sound of shouting and saw flames almost to his bedroom door.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 31, 2026
Man arrested in Berkeley on kidnapping, sex crime charges

Man arrested in Berkeley on kidnapping, sex crime charges

The suspect was identified as 40-year-old Jorge Molina Rodriguez of Hayward, BPD said.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 30, 2026
Fire extinguisher robbery of Cal student: Suspect charged

Fire extinguisher robbery of Cal student: Suspect charged

Miles Anderson, a suspect in an attempted murder case from Oakland, was already on supervised release for gun possession, police said.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 27, 2026
Rolex, gold coins snatched in 'follow-home' robbery

Rolex, gold coins snatched in 'follow-home' robbery

According to Berkeley police, $45,000 in gold coins and $3,000 in cash were taken during the robbery, among other items.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 26, 2026
Berkeley delays controversial Flock vote to June 2

Berkeley delays controversial Flock vote to June 2

"Fatigue and time constraints do not support thoughtful, sound decision-making," the mayor's office said Wednesday.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 25, 2026

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