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Uber driver has wallet, cash snatched while returning phone

Uber driver has wallet, cash snatched while returning phone

Police say suspect Tariq Ahmad reached into the Uber and grabbed several items when the driver tried to return a woman's lost property.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 3, 2026
Police investigate robbery via knife at Berkeley business

Police investigate robbery via knife at Berkeley business

The clerk "suffered minor injuries" but "did not require medical attention," police said.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 3, 2026
Man struck by driver in Berkeley crosswalk, taken to Highland

Man struck by driver in Berkeley crosswalk, taken to Highland

When Berkeley police and firefighters arrived, the pedestrian was bleeding from the head but conscious.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 31, 2026
Police oversight board members resign: PAB has 'been ignored'

Police oversight board members resign: PAB has 'been ignored'

Their decision leaves just four members on the nine-member advisory body, which has been plagued by vacancies for much of its tenure.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 30, 2026
Berkeley motel will house new post-arrest diversion program

Berkeley motel will house new post-arrest diversion program

The city hopes the new diversion and reentry program will reduce recidivism. Participants must be nonviolent and need no medical attention.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 28, 2026
BPD: More details about this week's hazmat on Colusa

BPD: More details about this week's hazmat on Colusa

In an official statement, Berkeley police provided more insight into how it approached Monday's operation.
By City of Berkeley Jan 28, 2026
Huge warehouse fire breaks out in Berkeley overnight

Huge warehouse fire breaks out in Berkeley overnight

Firefighters reported "strange-looking flames" and possible hazardous materials at the site.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 27, 2026

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