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Update: Tenant arrested after shooting maintenance man

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.
By Emilie Raguso Sep 18, 2023
Robbery in Rockridge: Women recount back-to-back crimes

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."
By Emilie Raguso Sep 15, 2023
Berkeley Fire Ready Fest comes to Live Oak Park on Sunday

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.
By City of Berkeley Sep 14, 2023
Man, 50s, stabbed overnight at Berkeley bank

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.
By Emilie Raguso Sep 14, 2023
'Don’t give me that Black crap': Video from 2017 shows embattled Berkeley sergeant

'Don’t give me that Black crap': Video from 2017 shows embattled Berkeley sergeant

A Berkeley police sergeant is facing a federal lawsuit over alleged racist conduct last year. Video of a police stop in 2017 has added fuel to the fire.
By Emilie Raguso Sep 13, 2023
Oakland crime concerns prompt community rally, church forum

Oakland crime concerns prompt community rally, church forum

Officials spoke candidly Saturday about the need to address lawless behavior in the city.
By Emilie Raguso Sep 11, 2023
Berkeley police: DUI cyclist hits car, breaks leg at Marin Circle

Berkeley police: DUI cyclist hits car, breaks leg at Marin Circle

Police said the cyclist came down the steep hill on Marin Avenue without a helmet and was blowing stop signs "at a high rate of speed."
By Emilie Raguso Sep 10, 2023

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