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Berkeley REI has reopened, building is safe, company says

Berkeley REI has reopened, building is safe, company says

"A structural engineer has completed an evaluation and confirmed the building is safe," REI Co-op said in a prepared statement.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 24, 2025
Abandoned building catches fire in northwest Berkeley

Abandoned building catches fire in northwest Berkeley

Update: The area was "open to all traffic" as of about 5:20 a.m., authorities announced.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 23, 2025
Robbery during used car sale led to chaotic police call

Robbery during used car sale led to chaotic police call

It took hours for BPD to unravel what happened — in part because the victim waited to call police. Suspect Andy Man has not been charged.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 23, 2025
Rape at Berkeley Way housing complex under investigation

Rape at Berkeley Way housing complex under investigation

Suspect Charles Bridges was not a resident of the complex but had access to an apartment there, authorities said.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 23, 2025
Berkeley woman threatened at knifepoint while calling 911

Berkeley woman threatened at knifepoint while calling 911

Police closed Ninth and Delaware streets during the investigation.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 23, 2025
UPDATE: Berkeley REI closed due to roof issue; structural assessments needed

UPDATE: Berkeley REI closed due to roof issue; structural assessments needed

Customers say they struggled to pick up orders, some of which were dispensed from the side door on Camelia Street on Monday.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 22, 2025
Fire behind Berkeley apartment building under investigation

Fire behind Berkeley apartment building under investigation

Firefighters found flames coming from a shed behind the property.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 20, 2025

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