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UC Berkeley police report armed robbery near Greek Theatre

UC Berkeley police report armed robbery near Greek Theatre

Police also called BFD for a male battery victim who was reportedly struck in the ribs with a baseball bat in the Foothill lot.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 24, 2024
Police: Woman stole thousands from REI in repeat visits

Police: Woman stole thousands from REI in repeat visits

Chrise McMahan told police she took "orders" for jackets and other clothing and would sell it at half-price at an outdoor market in Oakland.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 24, 2024
Men brandish gun while taking catalytic converter in Berkeley

Men brandish gun while taking catalytic converter in Berkeley

The incident took place around 3:50 a.m. on Regal Road near Marin Avenue.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 24, 2024
Berkeley man arrested after gunfire during parking dispute

Berkeley man arrested after gunfire during parking dispute

The non-injury shooting took place on Channing Way just feet from a mother pushing a baby stroller at about 1 p.m. April 11, police said.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 23, 2024
Alameda County death penalty cases under review over alleged misconduct

Alameda County death penalty cases under review over alleged misconduct

The death penalty audit may be just the start, DA Pamela Price said: Other Alameda County cases "may be implicated."
By Emilie Raguso Apr 23, 2024
Berkeley officials urge PG&E to underground local power lines

Berkeley officials urge PG&E to underground local power lines

A California Senate bill approved in 2023 made federal money available for projects to underground utility lines.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 22, 2024
Man charged with groping girl, 11, at Berkeley music club

Man charged with groping girl, 11, at Berkeley music club

Police say Kevin Luzzi was "fixated" on the girl, then created a mosh pit so he could get close enough to grope her, leaving bruises.
By Emilie Raguso Apr 22, 2024

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