Under Pamela Price, his murder charge became manslaughter. Now he is free.

Alameda County DA Pamela Price said James Vega should not spend decades behind bars "for a tragic mistake." Now he's out after 2.5 years.

Man, 26, shot in Berkeley

A gunshot victim showed up at Highland Hospital. Police found evidence of gunfire at the scene.

Berkeley police: Tenant asked for repair work before shooting

When the victim tried to flee, the tenant followed him into the hallway and shot him, police said, before calling BPD to report an attempted burglary.

Update: Tenant arrested after shooting maintenance man

The incident happened in the 2500 block of Hillegass Avenue near Dwight Way not far from the UC Berkeley campus.

Robbery in Rockridge: Women recount back-to-back crimes

Two women share their experiences of violent crime in Oakland: "It’s everywhere," one said. "People are acting with impunity like it's a sport."

Berkeley Fire Ready Fest comes to Live Oak Park on Sunday

With activities for all ages, Fire Ready Fest will have interactive games and demos to teach practical tips to prepare your home and family for fires.

Man, 50s, stabbed overnight at Berkeley bank

A man in his 50s was found in the bank ATM vestibule with "numerous stab wounds," police said.