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Man, 20, caught on UC Berkeley campus after robbery attempt

Man, 20, caught on UC Berkeley campus after robbery attempt

The arrest comes amid a robbery spike, with reports up 29% over last year. Two late-night shops were also robbed at gunpoint this week.
By Emilie Raguso Nov 2, 2023
Halloween hit-and-run sends boy to hospital with broken leg

Halloween hit-and-run sends boy to hospital with broken leg

Authorities said the boy was trick-or-treating with his parents when he ran out between two parked cars and was struck by a driver who kept going.
By Emilie Raguso Oct 31, 2023
Barback at Tigerlily in Berkeley charged with sexual assault

Barback at Tigerlily in Berkeley charged with sexual assault

Berkeley police wrote that Carlos Salgado Cruz II pushed the teenager into a corner and told her, "You know you want it."
By Emilie Raguso Oct 31, 2023
Berkeley couple carjacked while arriving home with baby

Berkeley couple carjacked while arriving home with baby

The carjacking took place in the 2700 block of Acton Street, near Oregon Street, shortly before 9 p.m.
By Emilie Raguso Oct 30, 2023
Gunfire near UC Berkeley prompts WarnMe alert

Gunfire near UC Berkeley prompts WarnMe alert

Authorities said gunfire broke out during a conflict between the occupants of two vehicles near College and Derby on Monday at about 7:45 p.m.
By Emilie Raguso Oct 30, 2023
Alameda County aims to alter election rules amid Price recall

Alameda County aims to alter election rules amid Price recall

The changes might make it tougher to recall Pamela Price. It's on the ballot as Measure B.
By Emilie Raguso Oct 30, 2023
Magnitude 3.7 earthquake at SFO shakes Berkeley

Magnitude 3.7 earthquake at SFO shakes Berkeley

The quake had a depth of about 8.1 miles, according to the U.S. Geological Service.
By Emilie Raguso Oct 27, 2023

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