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Private security pilot funded by Cal parents starts tonight

Private security pilot funded by Cal parents starts tonight

The safety ambassadors will be easily identifiable by their bright-colored jackets that sport the words "security" and "SafeBears."
By Emilie Raguso Mar 6, 2024
Berkeley police investigate road rage gunfire on MLK

Berkeley police investigate road rage gunfire on MLK

The shooter fled before police arrived and no one was hurt, BPD said.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 5, 2024
Police investigate kidnapping attempt at Berkeley school

Police investigate kidnapping attempt at Berkeley school

Police say someone in a white van or SUV approached a student at Ruth Acty Elementary School on Monday afternoon.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 5, 2024
Price recall campaign turned in 123,000 signatures, group says

Price recall campaign turned in 123,000 signatures, group says

The registrar of voters has 10 days to review the names to determine whether there are enough valid signatures from Alameda County voters.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 4, 2024
DA Pamela Price hit with discrimination, retaliation claims

DA Pamela Price hit with discrimination, retaliation claims

Patti Lee says Price often made anti-Asian remarks and that the DA's office illegally withheld records about The Scanner's exclusion from a press event.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 3, 2024
Berkeley first responders take active shooter 'master class'

Berkeley first responders take active shooter 'master class'

The Berkeley Fire Department secured a $60,000 grant through the Department of Homeland Security to organize the event.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 29, 2024
Berkeley police catch suspect after report of attempted rape

Berkeley police catch suspect after report of attempted rape

The victim pepper-sprayed the suspect and was able to get away to call police, BPD said.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 29, 2024

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