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Berkeley cyclist, 75, sustains moderate injuries in crash

Berkeley cyclist, 75, sustains moderate injuries in crash

According to BPD, the cyclist, who had been closer to the curb line, turned in front of a box truck on MLK south of Blake "for unknown reasons."
By Emilie Raguso Jul 28, 2023
Berkeley High mountain biker bikejacked in Tilden park

Berkeley High mountain biker bikejacked in Tilden park

The student was riding near the Tilden golf course parking lot when a black Camry cut him off. Two people in masks ordered him off his bike.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 27, 2023
Magnitude 2.6 earthquake hits Berkeley early Thursday

Magnitude 2.6 earthquake hits Berkeley early Thursday

It was the biggest East Bay quake recorded since April, according to the USGS. Learn how you can prepare for disasters.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 27, 2023
Suspicious fires in Berkeley under investigation as arson

Suspicious fires in Berkeley under investigation as arson

Some units have been red-tagged and residents say they are worried after two fires in a week: "The first time was bad enough. This was far worse."
By Emilie Raguso Jul 26, 2023
In split vote, Berkeley approves license plate readers for police

In split vote, Berkeley approves license plate readers for police

Berkeley police hope to roll out the new license plate reader program in the fall. Locations have not been chosen but will be public when they are.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 26, 2023
Berkeley man, 23, found guilty of human trafficking, pimping

Berkeley man, 23, found guilty of human trafficking, pimping

A woman who helped the man with his prostitution operation was found guilty of pandering and is set to be placed on probation for two years.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 25, 2023
Parking dispute at Alta Bates sends felon with gun to jail

Parking dispute at Alta Bates sends felon with gun to jail

The dispute began when the shuttle driver found a motorist parked at the hospital shuttle stop, Berkeley police said.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 24, 2023

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