Ohlone Park encampment is a public health and public safety emergency: Op-ed

Berkeley's "continued inaction regarding the Ohlone Park encampment speaks volumes about where its priorities lie," today's authors argue.

Berkeley faces 'tough choices' as budget talks continue

Money for an affordable housing program may be on the chopping block. A citywide hiring freeze is already in place.

Lawyer for Berkeley man shot by police has asked to withdraw

Judge David Pereda rejected the request, saying the attorney must continue to represent Ricardo Ruiz — at least for now.

UC Berkeley stabbing: Suspects 'known for violent crimes'

Officers from the Woodland police gang unit said they had "multiple prior contacts" with the men, one of whom tried to flee to Mexico, UCPD said.

Man charged with carjacking 2 cannabis delivery drivers

Berkeley police say Larue Henderson carjacked both drivers in April and took nearly $10,000 in cannabis products from them.

BPD: Skateboarder chased driver before road rage stabbing

The skateboarder pursued the driver for more than a mile and then stabbed him when he got out of his car, police said.

Are meetings with Mayor Adena Ishii Berkeley's hottest ticket?

Appointments for the next round of office hours, on July 1, will open the week of June 9.