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Berkeley police arrest Richmond man linked to armed robberies

Berkeley police arrest Richmond man linked to armed robberies

Police wrote that cellphone data put Joseph Cardenas in the area of at least two robberies in Berkeley on April 22 and say witnesses also identified him.
By Emilie Raguso May 4, 2023
BPD: Student fell off 3-story frat house during Cal Day party

BPD: Student fell off 3-story frat house during Cal Day party

On Wednesday, BPD said the woman's fall was "looking like an accident." She suffered broken bones and internal injuries but was stable as of last week.
By Emilie Raguso May 4, 2023
Three 'witches' convicted in unusual Berkeley trial

Three 'witches' convicted in unusual Berkeley trial

In unorthodox proceedings before a federal judge, the defendants were found guilty of improper use of body parts.
By Guest Contributor May 3, 2023
Man smashes 8 car windshields in the Elmwood district, arrested

Man smashes 8 car windshields in the Elmwood district, arrested

The man told police he was angry and was taking his frustration out on inanimate objects, BPD said.
By Emilie Raguso May 3, 2023
2 blocks of Gilman closed for roundabout work through June

2 blocks of Gilman closed for roundabout work through June

This round of work is expected to last for about two months, Caltrans said. The whole project is slated to be done next year, "weather permitting."
By Emilie Raguso May 2, 2023
Update: Deceased man found in bay ID'd as Vittorio Marianecci

Update: Deceased man found in bay ID'd as Vittorio Marianecci

Marianecci had been reported missing and was considered at-risk due to statements he made that indicated he was a danger to himself, SFPD said.
By Emilie Raguso May 1, 2023
Court records shed new light on UC Berkeley sex crime series

Court records shed new light on UC Berkeley sex crime series

UCPD has linked Daniel Condronimpuno with nine attacks from April 2 through April 11, new court papers show.
By Emilie Raguso May 1, 2023

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