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    Berkeley moms raise alarm after man harasses girls, both 15

    Berkeley moms raise alarm after man harasses girls, both 15

    One of the girls photographed the man after he made her uncomfortable. She also told a friend. Weeks later, police say, the man harassed her friend.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 30, 2023
    Men with knife cut and punch man in North Berkeley robbery

    Men with knife cut and punch man in North Berkeley robbery

    The couple spoke only Spanish so they did not immediately respond when the robbers demanded their property, Berkeley police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 29, 2023
    2 men charged with $98,000 'takeover robbery' at 14 Karats

    2 men charged with $98,000 'takeover robbery' at 14 Karats

    Court papers obtained Tuesday reveal new details about the takeover robbery in late November at the 30-year-old jewelry shop.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 27, 2023
    Cops investigate armed robbery series in Berkeley, Oakland

    Cops investigate armed robbery series in Berkeley, Oakland

    Authorities say a group of youth entered liquor stores and smoke shops and robbed employees at gunpoint.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 27, 2023
    Men in gray Maserati attempt robbery in Southside Berkeley

    Men in gray Maserati attempt robbery in Southside Berkeley

    Police believe the Maserati may have been taken during a recent Bay Area carjacking.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 26, 2023
    Police: Sex offender grabbed UC Berkeley student on Haste St.

    Police: Sex offender grabbed UC Berkeley student on Haste St.

    David Prendez has a long rap sheet and has already gotten into trouble for sexual offenses on campus property during the current school year.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 26, 2023
    Police: Man sexually assaulted girl, 14, at Berkeley Hope Center

    Police: Man sexually assaulted girl, 14, at Berkeley Hope Center

    Police say Robert Tushay Miller sexually assaulted the 14-year-old girl twice in January, gave her methamphetamine and also threatened to kill her.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 25, 2023
    Berkeley garbage truck 'paints the town' after recycling mishap

    Berkeley garbage truck 'paints the town' after recycling mishap

    Putting paint in recycling bins is a big no-no, city staff said in response to a recent Berkeley Scanner inquiry about what led to the extensive spill.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 25, 2023
    Man in custody after anti-Asian hate crime report in Berkeley

    Man in custody after anti-Asian hate crime report in Berkeley

    A man threatened a husband and wife with anti-Asian comments and then later punched one of them, according to preliminary reports.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 24, 2023
    Alert: Police warn of kidnapping attempt of UC Berkeley student

    Alert: Police warn of kidnapping attempt of UC Berkeley student

    On Wednesday, police shared a video of the man they say is responsible for trying to kidnap the woman and making sexual threats.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 24, 2023
    Remembering Chris Castle, 36; memorial comes Wednesday

    Remembering Chris Castle, 36; memorial comes Wednesday

    Chris Castle was well-known in Albany and Berkeley as a mechanic and an audiophile. He loved Bay Area rap music and he loved to play it loud.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 24, 2023
    Longtime felon charged with South Berkeley robbery attempt

    Longtime felon charged with South Berkeley robbery attempt

    Police say the woman had returned home to find a man with a gun standing outside her door.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 24, 2023
    Men charged after $7,300 retail theft from Berkeley Lululemon

    Men charged after $7,300 retail theft from Berkeley Lululemon

    Police say the group went into Lululemon, split up and began "grabbing stacks of items" from the high-end yoga gear shop.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 23, 2023
    Family plans memorial for Berkeley woman burned in fire

    Family plans memorial for Berkeley woman burned in fire

    Eighty-year-old Hayot Anebi had lived at Margaret Breland Homes since at least 2018, according to voting records.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 20, 2023
    Man attacked female students at UC Berkeley, put on 5150 hold

    Man attacked female students at UC Berkeley, put on 5150 hold

    Students and parents have expressed frustration this week about the limited information often available about UC Berkeley crime reports.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 20, 2023
    Berkeley police find 'freshly cut' catalytic converter in car stop

    Berkeley police find 'freshly cut' catalytic converter in car stop

    There have already been at least 34 catalytic converter thefts in Berkeley in 2023, according to BPD data. There were 843 last year.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 20, 2023
    What we know about the human skeleton found at UC Berkeley

    What we know about the human skeleton found at UC Berkeley

    The building where the skeleton was found was "unused" and had "not been occupied for many years."
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 19, 2023
    Shasta Road fire: Still no cause, Berkeley Fire Department says

    Shasta Road fire: Still no cause, Berkeley Fire Department says

    A woman in her 60s sustained second-degree burns from the fire and required surgery. She has been in the hospital since Dec. 26.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 19, 2023
    Berkeley neighbors raise alarm after RV fire that likely killed dog

    Berkeley neighbors raise alarm after RV fire that likely killed dog

    Neighbors say they were awoken by dozens of rounds of ammunition exploding and that a pitbull named Chapo was killed in the blaze.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 18, 2023
    Men with gun take Honda from woman in Berkeley carjacking

    Men with gun take Honda from woman in Berkeley carjacking

    Two men approached the woman and one of them had a gun, police said. The man pointed the gun at her and demanded her cellphone and keys.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 17, 2023
    Breaking: 2 people sustain major injuries in Bayer fire in Berkeley

    Breaking: 2 people sustain major injuries in Bayer fire in Berkeley

    One person who was initially trapped inside managed to get outside on their own shortly after 11:20 a.m., according to preliminary reports.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 17, 2023
    What can Berkeley Lab data tell us about this year's rainfall?

    What can Berkeley Lab data tell us about this year's rainfall?

    Berkeley Lab weather data includes everything from rainfall charts and 15-minute precipitation totals to storm preparation tips and more.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 17, 2023
    Berkeley Hills mudslide: 1 home damaged, 4 others red-tagged

    Berkeley Hills mudslide: 1 home damaged, 4 others red-tagged

    No injuries were reported, but 14 people were evacuated from eight homes, BFD said. Five of the homes were ultimately red-tagged.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 16, 2023
    Siblings launch fundraiser, plan memorial for Reemajah Pollard

    Siblings launch fundraiser, plan memorial for Reemajah Pollard

    "I just want to make sure that his legacy lives on in the brightest way," Remone Pollard-Ireland, Pollard's older brother, told The Berkeley Scanner.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 12, 2023
    UPDATE: Berkeley woman, 80, dies after cooking fire

    UPDATE: Berkeley woman, 80, dies after cooking fire

    The woman's robe appears to have caught on fire from an electric hot plate that was plugged in and sitting on the floor, authorities report.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 11, 2023
    Berkeley tenants charged with burglarizing their own landlord

    Berkeley tenants charged with burglarizing their own landlord

    The landlord, a Berkeley woman in her 70s, was not home but had installed security cameras after being targeted by burglars repeatedly in 2022.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 11, 2023
    Winter storms bring hailstones and a rainbow to Berkeley

    Winter storms bring hailstones and a rainbow to Berkeley

    A rainbow graced Berkeley after a heavy round of hail in the afternoon.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 10, 2023
    Robbers strike man, break his leg during Elmwood carjacking

    Robbers strike man, break his leg during Elmwood carjacking

    The attack began in the Elmwood Laundry, where the robbers pepper-sprayed the business owner.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 10, 2023
    Judge: Dana Rivers was sane during murder of Oakland family

    Judge: Dana Rivers was sane during murder of Oakland family

    Dana Rivers said she was insane when she killed a lesbian couple and their son in 2016. An Alameda County Superior Court judge disagreed.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 9, 2023
    Berkeley weather alerts: Flood watch, wind advisory

    Berkeley weather alerts: Flood watch, wind advisory

    The Berkeley Scanner will monitor weather impacts closely Sunday night with live updates on Twitter.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 8, 2023
    Another power outage hits Berkeley during latest storm

    Another power outage hits Berkeley during latest storm

    Power outage reports began coming in to The Berkeley Scanner just after 11:30 p.m. Saturday as wind and rain picked up around the city.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 7, 2023
    Berkeley mother of 2 charged with felony child abuse, trying to kill police officer during arrest

    Berkeley mother of 2 charged with felony child abuse, trying to kill police officer during arrest

    Police say the woman ran at a Berkeley police detective while wielding a large knife, then thrust the blade toward his chest from over her head.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 6, 2023
    Lightning strikes Berkeley during 'bomb cyclone' storm

    Lightning strikes Berkeley during 'bomb cyclone' storm

    According to the National Weather Service, there were three lightning "flashes" — two that hit the ground and a "cloud pulse."
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 5, 2023
    Update: Thousands lose power from the Berkeley Hills north to Kensington, El Cerrito

    Update: Thousands lose power from the Berkeley Hills north to Kensington, El Cerrito

    A massive power outage left more than 5,500 PG&E customers, mostly in the Berkeley Hills and to the north, without electricity.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 4, 2023
    Update: Missing Berkeley woman has been found

    Update: Missing Berkeley woman has been found

    The missing woman has been located, police said Wednesday morning.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 4, 2023
    Berkeley Police Chief Jen Louis faced harassment claims in 2017. Should city officials have been told?

    Berkeley Police Chief Jen Louis faced harassment claims in 2017. Should city officials have been told?

    There is often tension between what people want to know about police misconduct and what legally can be shared about the confidential process.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 3, 2023
    UPDATE: Malik Djoumi ID'd as man who died at People's Park

    UPDATE: Malik Djoumi ID'd as man who died at People's Park

    UCPD was notified Tuesday just before 12:10 p.m. about a possible fatality in People's Park.
    By Emilie Raguso Jan 3, 2023
    Update: Power restored after outage hits nearly 1,500 PG&E customers in Berkeley

    Update: Power restored after outage hits nearly 1,500 PG&E customers in Berkeley

    PG&E said the power came back just after 7:45 p.m. Bonus: Don't miss dramatic videos of Berkeley creeks overflowing.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 31, 2022
    Plan to shift Berkeley crisis calls from police to SCU nears launch

    Plan to shift Berkeley crisis calls from police to SCU nears launch

    The 2-year, $4.5 million pilot program is designed to provide an alternative response for people in crisis due to mental health and substance use issues.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 30, 2022
    Man charged with arson after Berkeley trash bin fires

    Man charged with arson after Berkeley trash bin fires

    Police say Nicholas Tabor had a lighter in his pocket when he was arrested and that he made spontaneous statements about his fascination with fire.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 28, 2022
    BPD: Berkeley burglary suspects arrested after hitting police car

    BPD: Berkeley burglary suspects arrested after hitting police car

    The incident began Friday just after 3:20 a.m. when a police officer on patrol spotted three people burglarizing United Pharmacy on Telegraph Avenue.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 27, 2022
    2-alarm fire destroys Shasta Road home in the Berkeley Hills

    2-alarm fire destroys Shasta Road home in the Berkeley Hills

    A woman in her 60s sustained second-degree burns and her adult son sustained minor burns. Two firefighters also sustained minor burns.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 26, 2022
    Remembering Reemajah Pollard, 20, a Berkeley High alum who beat the odds to get into Cal

    Remembering Reemajah Pollard, 20, a Berkeley High alum who beat the odds to get into Cal

    Reemajah Pollard, who graduated from Berkeley High in 2020, died this week after being found unresponsive on Telegraph Avenue.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 23, 2022
    After early-morning police chase into Berkeley, 1 arrested

    After early-morning police chase into Berkeley, 1 arrested

    The incident began around 4 a.m. when a group of people, who were armed and used multiple vehicles, burglarized a dispensary in Richmond.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 23, 2022
    Cyclist still unconscious after Nov. 25 crash on San Pablo

    Cyclist still unconscious after Nov. 25 crash on San Pablo

    The cyclist had been eastbound on Virginia Street crossing San Pablo Avenue when a southbound driver struck him just after 7 p.m.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 21, 2022
    Masked men steal 40+ iPhones from Berkeley Apple store

    Masked men steal 40+ iPhones from Berkeley Apple store

    It's the second grand theft at the Berkeley Apple store in less than a week.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 21, 2022
    Berkeley police retail theft operation at REI nets 2 arrests

    Berkeley police retail theft operation at REI nets 2 arrests

    One of the men stole about $1,500 in goods and the other stole about $500 worth of property from REI, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 20, 2022
    Young man found unresponsive on Telegraph Avenue has died

    Young man found unresponsive on Telegraph Avenue has died

    Berkeley police performed CPR until firefighters arrived. BFD rushed the man to the hospital shortly before 4 p.m. Tuesday but he did not survive.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 20, 2022
    Video: Burglars hit Creekwood restaurant in South Berkeley

    Video: Burglars hit Creekwood restaurant in South Berkeley

    The circumstances were unusual, as the restaurant generally does not have much cash on site, said Greg Poulios, one of Creekwood's owners.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 19, 2022
    Magnitude 3.6 earthquake shakes Berkeley, Bay Area

    Magnitude 3.6 earthquake shakes Berkeley, Bay Area

    The quake came at 3:39 a.m. with the epicenter in El Cerrito.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 17, 2022
    Man arrested after firing gun on Telegraph near UC Berkeley

    Man arrested after firing gun on Telegraph near UC Berkeley

    No one was wounded by gunfire but a woman was physically assaulted during the dispute, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 17, 2022
    Possible gunfire during catalytic converter theft in Berkeley

    Possible gunfire during catalytic converter theft in Berkeley

    The report came in around 10:30 p.m. in the area of Ashby Avenue and Acton Street, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 16, 2022
    Berkeley police arrest 3 teens after carjacking attempt

    Berkeley police arrest 3 teens after carjacking attempt

    An off-duty police officer from a different East Bay law enforcement agency witnessed the carjacking attempt and reported it to BPD.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 15, 2022
    Police: Alert witness helped avert stabbing on Center Street

    Police: Alert witness helped avert stabbing on Center Street

    Police say Dawn Carraway ran toward a stranger, holding a knife in her hand, and planned to stab him from behind in the neck.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 15, 2022
    Police Accountability Board text scandal review has begun

    Police Accountability Board text scandal review has begun

    The board will soon seek applications from members of the public who wish to join the police misconduct inquiry.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 15, 2022
    Intruder surprises Cal students inside Dwight Way apartment

    Intruder surprises Cal students inside Dwight Way apartment

    Anthony Carl Maxwell is being held at Berkeley Jail on $152,500 bail and is scheduled for arraignment Friday.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 14, 2022
    Felon charged with shooting at off-duty Berkeley police officer

    Felon charged with shooting at off-duty Berkeley police officer

    Authorities believe Marzel Parker used an automatic weapon based on "audio recording from nearby security video and the volume of rounds fired."
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 14, 2022
    Update: Missing Berkeley woman has been found

    Update: Missing Berkeley woman has been found

    The missing woman has been located and is safe, police said at about 12:25 a.m.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 14, 2022
    Update: Gunfire strikes home, cars on Grant Street in Berkeley

    Update: Gunfire strikes home, cars on Grant Street in Berkeley

    Police found no victims at the scene, but witnesses told officers they heard a woman screaming when the shots rang out at about 8:30 p.m.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 13, 2022
    Chief: Berkeley police have a 'severe staffing crisis'

    Chief: Berkeley police have a 'severe staffing crisis'

    Berkeley is authorized to hire as many as 181 police officers but has fewer than 120 officers available for full duty as of this month.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 13, 2022
    Berkeley police: Man arrested after threatening toddler at park

    Berkeley police: Man arrested after threatening toddler at park

    Abdurrahman Butler made a hand signal in the shape of a gun and pointed it at the child, saying, "I'm going to kill you," his nanny told Berkeley police.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 13, 2022
    Police: DUI driver hits Emerson Elementary School in Berkeley

    Police: DUI driver hits Emerson Elementary School in Berkeley

    The driver appears to have backed into a doorway leading to a stairwell on the Garber Street side of the building. No one was hurt in the crash.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 12, 2022
    The Berkeley Scanner shooting and gunfire map for 2022

    The Berkeley Scanner shooting and gunfire map for 2022

    Three people have been killed and 16 wounded in shootings in Berkeley in 2022, making it much more violent than last year.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 12, 2022
    Swanson & McNamara to run police misconduct probe

    Swanson & McNamara to run police misconduct probe

    Staff released a statement about the contract Thursday in response to an inquiry from The Berkeley Scanner about the status of the investigation.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 8, 2022
    Police arrest suspect after chase through People's Park

    Police arrest suspect after chase through People's Park

    The man had punched a young female Taco Bell Cantina worker multiple times during a robbery attempt Tuesday night, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 7, 2022
    Driver who ran over homeless woman while fleeing UCPD held on murder charge

    Driver who ran over homeless woman while fleeing UCPD held on murder charge

    Alexander McGee, now 32, ran over 58-year-old Bernadette Young Bear while fleeing from a UCPD officer nearly three years ago.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 7, 2022
    Thief steals DoorDash driver's car during Berkeley delivery

    Thief steals DoorDash driver's car during Berkeley delivery

    The driver had left his doors unlocked with the engine running and the keys in the ignition, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 6, 2022
    Police Accountability Board hit with unfair labor practice claims by state officials

    Police Accountability Board hit with unfair labor practice claims by state officials

    If the allegations are found true, all of the PAB's misconduct findings to date could be voided, the police union has said.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 5, 2022
    Suspect in 1997 Berkeley Hills stranger rape of teen ordered to stand trial

    Suspect in 1997 Berkeley Hills stranger rape of teen ordered to stand trial

    DNA tested decades after the rape led police to Kevin Davis, court records show. His DNA was on file because he had been in prison in another state.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 2, 2022
    BMW driver T-bones Tesla in Berkeley; minor injuries to 4

    BMW driver T-bones Tesla in Berkeley; minor injuries to 4

    The crash happened just after 10:20 p.m. Wednesday at Berryman and Henry streets, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 2, 2022
    Man grabs student in sexual battery at UC Berkeley dorm

    Man grabs student in sexual battery at UC Berkeley dorm

    The student felt the stranger grab her buttocks with both hands. Then he ran away.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 1, 2022
    Police: Woman fired gun after trying to give child marijuana

    Police: Woman fired gun after trying to give child marijuana

    Tiffany Payne fired her gun into the air and threatened the child's mother saying, "the next one is for you,'" Berkeley police wrote in court papers.
    By Emilie Raguso Dec 1, 2022
    Berkeley police: Auto burglar shot at off-duty officer

    Berkeley police: Auto burglar shot at off-duty officer

    The officer was not harmed. Police found 22 casings at the shooting scene, which was near Sylvia Mendez Elementary.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 30, 2022
    Police: Girlfriend helped hide gun after Telegraph homicide

    Police: Girlfriend helped hide gun after Telegraph homicide

    Police say Marianna Romero returned to the crime scene with her boyfriend, Andy Gutierrez-Rebollo, to retrieve one of the murder weapons.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 29, 2022
    Police: Nursing aide spent $11K using dementia patient's cards

    Police: Nursing aide spent $11K using dementia patient's cards

    BPD says Kyiesha Carter worked at Kyakameena Care Center for decades and that there could be other victims.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 29, 2022
    CHP, Berkeley police respond to gunfire on I-80 west

    CHP, Berkeley police respond to gunfire on I-80 west

    No injuries had been reported as of about midnight.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 27, 2022
    Cyclist in critical condition after car crash in Berkeley on Friday

    Cyclist in critical condition after car crash in Berkeley on Friday

    Police are still working to determine the circumstances of the crash on San Pablo Avenue near Virginia Street.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 26, 2022
    2 displaced in West Berkeley RV fire; 1 RV lost, 1 damaged

    2 displaced in West Berkeley RV fire; 1 RV lost, 1 damaged

    The American Red Cross responded to Grayson Street to help with temporary shelter.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 24, 2022
    Berkeley jewelry shop in the Elmwood robbed at gunpoint

    Berkeley jewelry shop in the Elmwood robbed at gunpoint

    The men pistol-whipped a store employee, smashed display cases and made off with the jewelry from 14 Karats, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 23, 2022
    A final farewell: Youth pastor Isamaeli 'Eli' Mata'afa laid to rest

    A final farewell: Youth pastor Isamaeli 'Eli' Mata'afa laid to rest

    "He wanted to be a part of change," his sister said. "He wanted to offer everybody in our community what we were offered. It was his passion."
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 23, 2022
    Police: Man with BB gun shoots UC Berkeley student security officers

    Police: Man with BB gun shoots UC Berkeley student security officers

    The students, who are UC Berkeley community service officers, were in uniform as part of the BearWalk night safety escort program.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 21, 2022
    UPDATE: Berkeley police bomb squad says package 'proves OK'

    UPDATE: Berkeley police bomb squad says package 'proves OK'

    As of 12:45 p.m. all lanes are now open to vehicles and pedestrians.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 21, 2022
    Jury finds Hosea Askew guilty of Berkeley road rage murder

    Jury finds Hosea Askew guilty of Berkeley road rage murder

    "At least we have some closure and we feel like some justice has been served," Diante Craig's mother told The Berkeley Scanner.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 21, 2022
    BUSD: Reports of gun, lockdown at Berkeley High unfounded

    BUSD: Reports of gun, lockdown at Berkeley High unfounded

    According to BUSD, several students "said they were joking when they made comments about a potential weapon on campus."
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 18, 2022
    Charges expected in Oakland birthday party shooting that left brothers dead

    Charges expected in Oakland birthday party shooting that left brothers dead

    At least two people have been arrested in connection with the Apgar Street homicide investigation.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 17, 2022
    CHP K-9 helps arrest 3 who fled in stolen car on I-80 in Berkeley

    CHP K-9 helps arrest 3 who fled in stolen car on I-80 in Berkeley

    Pinole police ultimately took all three people into custody in connection with a burglary or robbery in that city, authorities said.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 17, 2022
    Man killed on I-80 in Berkeley motorcycle crash

    Man killed on I-80 in Berkeley motorcycle crash

    Update: The motorcycle rider was identified as 53-year-old Rafael Cubero of Brentwood, the coroner's office said Friday.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 17, 2022
    Police chief vote put on hold due to officer misconduct claims

    Police chief vote put on hold due to officer misconduct claims

    The leaked texts and allegations, put forward by terminated Berkeley Police Officer Corey Shedoudy, have led to BPD's biggest scandal in years.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 15, 2022
    Update: Berkeley police union president steps down, put on leave amid text scandal

    Update: Berkeley police union president steps down, put on leave amid text scandal

    "We condemn in the strongest terms any negative comments concerning the housing status or ethnicity of those we police and serve," the police union said Tuesday night.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 15, 2022
    Berkeley Police Accountability Board to council: Police chief vote must wait

    Berkeley Police Accountability Board to council: Police chief vote must wait

    Council is slated to vote Tuesday night to appoint Interim Berkeley Police Chief Jen Louis to the permanent position.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 15, 2022
    Fired Berkeley cop leaks texts alleging bias, asks officials to put off police chief vote

    Fired Berkeley cop leaks texts alleging bias, asks officials to put off police chief vote

    Officers said they were disappointed their union president had written the unprofessional messages, but deny having arrest quotas or illegal practices.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 14, 2022
    Years after Oakland killing, Dana Rivers murder trial nears an end

    Years after Oakland killing, Dana Rivers murder trial nears an end

    Charlotte Reed, Patricia Wright and Benny Wright were killed at their home Nov. 11, 2016. Dana Rivers walked outside soon after police arrived.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 14, 2022
    Berkeley police help de-escalate call of suicidal man with knife

    Berkeley police help de-escalate call of suicidal man with knife

    When police arrived, they found the man holding a knife to his own neck. He said he planned to hurt himself.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 11, 2022
    Gun, meth seized in Berkeley car stop; 6 kids were also in the car

    Gun, meth seized in Berkeley car stop; 6 kids were also in the car

    Jasmine Glasper and Victor Malaki are no longer in custody, according to booking records online. All of the children, ages 1-11, were taken to CPS.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 11, 2022
    Testimony: Killer was 'incredibly calm' after Berkeley shooting

    Testimony: Killer was 'incredibly calm' after Berkeley shooting

    Witness testimony has continued this week in the trial of a Berkeley "road rage murder" case from March 2020.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 9, 2022
    Forget something? Thief drops gun during catalytic converter theft attempt in the Elmwood

    Forget something? Thief drops gun during catalytic converter theft attempt in the Elmwood

    A man taking a walk heard someone "speaking with an urgent tone as well as the sound of metal being cut," police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 8, 2022
    Victim's sister testifies in Berkeley 'road rage murder' case

    Victim's sister testifies in Berkeley 'road rage murder' case

    During a brief confrontation on Chestnut Street, Hosea Askew got out of his car and shot Diante Craig once through Craig's open driver's side window.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 8, 2022
    Berkeley police seek driver who tried to hit recycling center staff

    Berkeley police seek driver who tried to hit recycling center staff

    Staff closed the exit gate to stop the driver from leaving, but he burst through the gate and escaped. "It was like a movie," one officer said.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 7, 2022
    Police find gun during arrest of passed-out driver in Berkeley

    Police find gun during arrest of passed-out driver in Berkeley

    Passers-by called Berkeley police when they saw the man slumped over in the driver's seat on Adeline Street on Saturday night.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 5, 2022
    Man found dead at People's Park near UC Berkeley

    Man found dead at People's Park near UC Berkeley

    The man was identified as 31-year-old Tyler Dodd Cary. His last known residence was in Berkeley, the coroner's office said.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 4, 2022
    Too much crime, too little action: Berkeley merchants raise alarm

    Too much crime, too little action: Berkeley merchants raise alarm

    "We have an email chain that includes two years of merchants reporting crime to the mayor and City Council," said Eduardo Perez of Sliver. "No one does anything."
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 3, 2022
    Charges filed in catalytic converter theft case where man shot at resident

    Charges filed in catalytic converter theft case where man shot at resident

    Oscar Cerrato-Garcia was wearing an ankle monitor related to a prior catalytic converter theft case during the Berkeley crimes, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 2, 2022
    'A driver killed our neighbor here': Berkeley holds vigil for Bill Evans

    'A driver killed our neighbor here': Berkeley holds vigil for Bill Evans

    Bill Evans, 72, was a Marine who lost his legs in the Vietnam war and was medically retired from the service.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 1, 2022
    Man charged with attacking 2 UC Berkeley students

    Man charged with attacking 2 UC Berkeley students

    Last week, The Berkeley Scanner wrote about Lucas Glassy's arrest, but more information became available after charges were filed against him.
    By Emilie Raguso Nov 1, 2022
    It took 20 months, but Berkeley has picked its new police chief

    It took 20 months, but Berkeley has picked its new police chief

    Jen Louis has served as interim police chief since March 2021. A City Council vote to make the decision final is set for Nov. 15.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 31, 2022
    Help The Berkeley Scanner reach 500 members by Oct. 31

    Help The Berkeley Scanner reach 500 members by Oct. 31

    Update: We did it! Thank you to everyone who answered the call, and to those of you who have been with me from the beginning.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 31, 2022
    Hit-and-run car dumped on UC Berkeley's Clark Kerr Campus

    Hit-and-run car dumped on UC Berkeley's Clark Kerr Campus

    The crash mangled the front of a blue sedan at Dwight Way and College Avenue, but no injuries were reported.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 30, 2022
    'Hot prowl' burglary call leads to parolee bike chase, arrest

    'Hot prowl' burglary call leads to parolee bike chase, arrest

    The burglary report turned out to be trespassing at an abandoned home — but officers did not initially know that. Kenji Thompkins was arrested.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 30, 2022
    'Unprovoked attack' reported Sunday on UC Berkeley campus

    'Unprovoked attack' reported Sunday on UC Berkeley campus

    The victim is not affiliated with UC Berkeley, the University of California Police Department told The Berkeley Scanner on Sunday night.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 30, 2022
    UC Berkeley student robbed at gunpoint near campus Saturday

    UC Berkeley student robbed at gunpoint near campus Saturday

    There have been at least 21 other robberies in Southside Berkeley since early August, according to CrimeMapping.com.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 29, 2022
    David DePape's current links to Berkeley appear thin

    David DePape's current links to Berkeley appear thin

    Update: DePape was living in Richmond prior to his arrest, the San Francisco Chronicle and other news outlets reported Saturday.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 28, 2022
    Men charged with murder after shooting near UC Berkeley

    Men charged with murder after shooting near UC Berkeley

    Berkeley police found 17 shell casings at the scene. Andy Gutierrez-Rebollo and Michael Monrroy-Ramos have been charged with murder.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 28, 2022
    Remembering Jazy and Angel: 'Forever in our hearts'

    Remembering Jazy and Angel: 'Forever in our hearts'

    "When we try to make sense of this, it’s just hard and it hurts," said Aaron Lechuga, a Berkeley Unified School District counselor, from the lectern.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 27, 2022
    BPD: 2 men incited fight, opened fire during Telegraph shooting

    BPD: 2 men incited fight, opened fire during Telegraph shooting

    Police say the Oct. 8 shooting was "one of the most horrific acts of violence our community has experienced in recent memory."
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 27, 2022
    Police respond to shooting on Oakland-Berkeley border

    Police respond to shooting on Oakland-Berkeley border

    A mother and daughter were in their backyard in Berkeley when a bullet hit their house just 5 feet in front of them, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 26, 2022
    Police arrest 3 people after homicide near UC Berkeley

    Police arrest 3 people after homicide near UC Berkeley

    Authorities arrested Andy Gutierrez-Rebollo, Michael Monrroy-Ramos and Jessyca Monrroy during parallel operations in Oakland and Union City.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 26, 2022
    Cargo train hit semi-truck in Berkeley; no injuries reported

    Cargo train hit semi-truck in Berkeley; no injuries reported

    As of about 2:10 p.m., BPD said the Union Pacific train was moving again.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 26, 2022
    Police: Homeless man assaults woman after water use dispute

    Police: Homeless man assaults woman after water use dispute

    Police say Nathaniel Girard got upset when the woman asked him not to leave her water running.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 25, 2022
    People's Park near UC Berkeley plagued by violent crime reports

    People's Park near UC Berkeley plagued by violent crime reports

    A sexual assault, arson, threats via knife and a violent robbery have all been reported around the park over the past month.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 25, 2022
    Magnitude 5.1 earthquake in San Jose shakes Berkeley

    Magnitude 5.1 earthquake in San Jose shakes Berkeley

    Some Berkeley residents said they felt the earthquake. Others said it was "barely noticeable."
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 25, 2022
    Berkeley police seize loaded gun, marijuana, $6K in cash after crash

    Berkeley police seize loaded gun, marijuana, $6K in cash after crash

    Antonio Simpson Jr. was convicted of DUIs in 2011 and 2014 and, earlier this year, of possession of a concealed firearm, according to court records.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 24, 2022
    Homeless man arrested after attack on teen near UC Berkeley

    Homeless man arrested after attack on teen near UC Berkeley

    Police say Lucas Glassy punched a UC Berkeley student multiple times in late September and stabbed a man in the hand that same night.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 24, 2022
    Tesla driver strikes pedestrian north of UC Berkeley campus

    Tesla driver strikes pedestrian north of UC Berkeley campus

    The pedestrian had a scraped elbow, an injured leg and a chipped tooth, a witness to the immediate aftermath of the crash told The Berkeley Scanner.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 24, 2022
    Berkeley mayor: Gun violence 'cannot be the new normal'

    Berkeley mayor: Gun violence 'cannot be the new normal'

    Sunday's rally offered a rare chance to see city and School Board officials come together on the same stage to urge action against gun violence.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 23, 2022
    Police respond to gunfire calls in West Berkeley

    Police respond to gunfire calls in West Berkeley

    One caller told police they heard a dozen shots in the area of San Pablo Avenue and Haskell Street.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 21, 2022
    Fight at Berkeley homeless camp leads to head injury, arrest

    Fight at Berkeley homeless camp leads to head injury, arrest

    When officers arrived at Eighth and Harrison, they found two axes on the ground and blood in the street. They arrested Andrew Cooley.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 21, 2022
    Berkeley police use Narcan to revive unresponsive man

    Berkeley police use Narcan to revive unresponsive man

    At one point, the man was able to say he had taken fentanyl. Police talked to him, urging him to stay awake, and rubbed his body to keep him breathing.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 21, 2022
    Man charged with punching 4 people, including Cal students

    Man charged with punching 4 people, including Cal students

    Police say 52-year-old James Rainey Jr. had begun punching people on Telegraph Avenue near Channing and worked his way up to Durant.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 21, 2022
    Cyclist taken to hospital after crash with pickup in Berkeley

    Cyclist taken to hospital after crash with pickup in Berkeley

    The cyclist crash happened just after 5:30 p.m. at University Avenue and Seventh Street, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 20, 2022
    Person dies after being hit by train in West Berkeley

    Person dies after being hit by train in West Berkeley

    The man was identified as 71-year-old John Means, the coroner's office told The Berkeley Scanner on Nov. 7.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 20, 2022
    Man arrested after following girls near North Berkeley school

    Man arrested after following girls near North Berkeley school

    Police said Micheal Humphrey smiled and waved at a 12-year-old girl walking alone and told her to come to him.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 20, 2022
    UPDATE: Man struck by dump truck driver dies after crash

    UPDATE: Man struck by dump truck driver dies after crash

    He was identified as 72-year-old William Evans of Berkeley.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 20, 2022
    Shooter fires gun at witness of catalytic converter theft attempt

    Shooter fires gun at witness of catalytic converter theft attempt

    Berkeley has had about 50 confirmed gunfire reports this year.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 20, 2022
    Berkeley officials to hold 'Stop the Violence' rally Sunday

    Berkeley officials to hold 'Stop the Violence' rally Sunday

    Sunday's rally will be a chance to talk about "what has been done, what is being done and who really wants to dive deeper into this work."
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 19, 2022
    Hey Berkeley, get ready now for the next emergency

    Hey Berkeley, get ready now for the next emergency

    Learn how to stop bleeding and how to use fire extinguishers this Saturday. The first 300 families get a free emergency kit.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 19, 2022
    Berkeley police seek driver who struck cyclist, fled scene

    Berkeley police seek driver who struck cyclist, fled scene

    Witnesses said the motorist who struck the cyclist was driving a white sedan, BPD said.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 19, 2022
    UC Berkeley launches private security patrols near campus

    UC Berkeley launches private security patrols near campus

    UC Berkeley said the Treeline Security patrols would operate daily from 6 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. for "at least one month and possibly longer."
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 18, 2022
    Drink with Berkeley firefighters, Gilman Brewing at charity beer collab party

    Drink with Berkeley firefighters, Gilman Brewing at charity beer collab party

    Proceeds from the beer sale will fund scholarships for the fire academy and EMT training.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 17, 2022
    Man shot in the leg outside West Berkeley liquor store

    Man shot in the leg outside West Berkeley liquor store

    The man turned up at a local emergency room seeking treatment after the shooting, which happened just before 10 p.m.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 15, 2022
    2 pedestrians taken to hospital after Southside Berkeley crash

    2 pedestrians taken to hospital after Southside Berkeley crash

    One woman reported a leg injury and one said she had pain in her shoulder, police said. They were taken to Kaiser Oakland for treatment.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 14, 2022
    Community grieves for Eli Mata'afa: 'I don’t know how we’re going to let him go'

    Community grieves for Eli Mata'afa: 'I don’t know how we’re going to let him go'

    "He always wanted to take the burden off of someone else," one friend said.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 14, 2022
    Berkeley High refused to let a reporter on campus. That may violate state law, experts say

    Berkeley High refused to let a reporter on campus. That may violate state law, experts say

    BUSD's media access policy appears to run "counter to what the law says," said David Snyder, executive director of the First Amendment Coalition.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 13, 2022
    Berkeley collision sends cyclist to Highland with broken leg

    Berkeley collision sends cyclist to Highland with broken leg

    The 66-year-old man was taken to Highland Hospital with a compound fracture to the lower leg, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 13, 2022
    Berkeley mayor to Cal parents: Safety around campus is 'our top priority'

    Berkeley mayor to Cal parents: Safety around campus is 'our top priority'

    "It is a serious wake-up call," one UC Berkeley parent told city officials. "The streets of Berkeley are not safe."
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 12, 2022
    Man killed in shooting near UC Berkeley identified as Isamaeli Mata'afa

    Man killed in shooting near UC Berkeley identified as Isamaeli Mata'afa

    Mata'afa was pronounced dead at Highland Hospital shortly after 6:30 a.m. Saturday. He had been walking with family members when a stranger shot them.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 11, 2022
    Witness to Berkeley shooting: Gunman 'seemed so calm'

    Witness to Berkeley shooting: Gunman 'seemed so calm'

    "To shoot into a crowd of people like that," she said, "there must have been more than one person involved. Or he was just trying to shoot anybody."
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 8, 2022
    UPDATE: 1 dead, 3 wounded in shooting near UC Berkeley

    UPDATE: 1 dead, 3 wounded in shooting near UC Berkeley

    One of the men was pronounced dead at Highland Hospital in Oakland, The Berkeley Scanner learned shortly before 8 a.m.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 8, 2022
    Driver takes out traffic signal in North Berkeley solo crash

    Driver takes out traffic signal in North Berkeley solo crash

    The driver appears to have escaped the crash uninjured, authorities said.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 7, 2022
    Police arrest 17-year-old boy with knife at Berkeley High

    Police arrest 17-year-old boy with knife at Berkeley High

    He "had been warned on several previous occasions" not to come onto campus, BPD said in response to a Berkeley Scanner inquiry.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 7, 2022
    Police: 'Get in my car, you're gonna like it,' attempted kidnapping suspect told boy

    Police: 'Get in my car, you're gonna like it,' attempted kidnapping suspect told boy

    Police say Dominique Walker promised a 12-year-old boy she would drive him home and offered a girl a dollar to come over to her car.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 7, 2022
    Great ShakeOut earthquake drill comes to Berkeley on Oct. 20

    Great ShakeOut earthquake drill comes to Berkeley on Oct. 20

    "Learning and practicing how to 'drop, cover, and hold on' is a brief commitment that can save your life," the city said this week.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 7, 2022
    Classmates create 'Jazy and Angel' scholarship to honor brothers after tragedy

    Classmates create 'Jazy and Angel' scholarship to honor brothers after tragedy

    Students in the Bridge program who were part of Jazy's cohort came up with the scholarship to honor the boys.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 6, 2022
    Police: Woman arrested after approaching 4 Berkeley children

    Police: Woman arrested after approaching 4 Berkeley children

    Police identified the woman Thursday as 36-year-old Dominique Walker. She is a Berkeley resident.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 6, 2022
    Culprits fire gun during Berkeley Hills catalytic converter theft

    Culprits fire gun during Berkeley Hills catalytic converter theft

    Berkeley police say they are also looking into whether a catalytic converter theft nearby on Spruce Street may be related.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 6, 2022
    Teens attack homeless man, woman at Berkeley BART plaza

    Teens attack homeless man, woman at Berkeley BART plaza

    "There's some crazy stuff that happens in the plaza, but that was the first time I saw that," one local worker told The Berkeley Scanner.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 5, 2022
    BPD: Alert teens helped catch man who exposed his genitals

    BPD: Alert teens helped catch man who exposed his genitals

    Alert teenagers called 911 and helped officers find Michael Henderson to make an arrest, BPD said.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 5, 2022
    Driver strikes woman, 52, in University Avenue crosswalk

    Driver strikes woman, 52, in University Avenue crosswalk

    The woman was taken to Highland Hospital, the regional trauma center in Oakland, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 4, 2022
    Nanny taken to hospital after driver struck her, toddler in crosswalk

    Nanny taken to hospital after driver struck her, toddler in crosswalk

    The toddler was not harmed and was released to their parents, police said.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 4, 2022
    'Your pain is ours': Berkeley mourns slain brothers

    'Your pain is ours': Berkeley mourns slain brothers

    "I know they wouldn’t like to see us like this," said Josué, a brother of the boys who died. "Everyone should see this as a wake-up call."
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 4, 2022
    Berkeley school 'conflict' led to killing of brothers at Oakland birthday party

    Berkeley school 'conflict' led to killing of brothers at Oakland birthday party

    Saturday night's shooting was not related to gangs, Oakland police said Monday.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 3, 2022
    Police search for man who punched Cal student on campus

    Police search for man who punched Cal student on campus

    The unprovoked attack occurred Thursday night on the Cal campus on Lower Sproul Plaza.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 3, 2022
    Brothers killed at Oakland party were Berkeley High students

    Brothers killed at Oakland party were Berkeley High students

    A relative identified the brothers as 15-year-old Angel and 17-year-old Jayz in a GoFundMe campaign launched to help the boys' mother.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 2, 2022
    PETA brings Starbucks vegan milk pricing protest to Berkeley

    PETA brings Starbucks vegan milk pricing protest to Berkeley

    During the event, "costumed 'cows'" dumped wheelbarrows of manure outside a Starbucks executive's home.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 1, 2022
    Students walk past The Standard student housing complex on Bancroft Way in Berkeley.

    Gunfire at private student housing complex by UC Berkeley

    No one was wounded, but the incident comes just one day after hundreds of parents attended a meeting with Cal officials about campus safety concerns.
    By Emilie Raguso Oct 1, 2022
    Police: Man arrested after threatening Southside residents

    Police: Man arrested after threatening Southside residents

    David Denton has come into regular contact with Berkeley police, including last year when he reportedly committed three antisemitic hate crimes in 24 hours.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 30, 2022
    Sparks, Nevada, police ask for help to find homicide suspect (again)

    Sparks, Nevada, police ask for help to find homicide suspect (again)

    BPD arrested Jovon Woodard just days after the fatal shooting in Nevada, but Sparks police who had come to Berkeley did not take him into custody.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 30, 2022
    Man charged after Berkeley shootout on San Pablo Avenue

    Man charged after Berkeley shootout on San Pablo Avenue

    No one was wounded, but gunfire struck a USPS truck driving through the area. BPD identified the shooter as Laroy Beamon.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 29, 2022
    Berkeley police staffing at historic low, officers say

    Berkeley police staffing at historic low, officers say

    Police in Berkeley say they are feeling the impacts of the staffing crunch.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 29, 2022
    Resource Guide: Where to find Berkeley police data online

    Resource Guide: Where to find Berkeley police data online

    Berkeley police data is online — but you need to know where to look.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 29, 2022
    Woman charged with assaulting police at Berkeley park

    Woman charged with assaulting police at Berkeley park

    Dawn Carraway was holding a box cutter, BPD said, and was "noticeably agitated" when officers tried to arrest her.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 26, 2022
    Police: Unknown woman has tried to kidnap 2 children in Berkeley

    Police: Unknown woman has tried to kidnap 2 children in Berkeley

    Police said both children, a 12-year-old boy and a 13-year-old girl, have escaped unharmed. But the woman is still at large.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 26, 2022
    18-year-old charged with armed robbery near UC Berkeley

    18-year-old charged with armed robbery near UC Berkeley

    Irvin Garcia-Ramirez has asked to be released on his own recognizance and is slated to appear before a judge on that request Oct. 4.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 26, 2022
    Man charged with attacking 2 people in downtown Berkeley

    Man charged with attacking 2 people in downtown Berkeley

    Chiazo Onwuasoeze Jr. had been placed on probation in January after a woman said he touched her chest without permission.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 26, 2022
    Berkeley Way apartment fire damage estimated at $100,000

    Berkeley Way apartment fire damage estimated at $100,000

    Three people sustained injuries related to minor smoke inhalation. Some 25 adults and two children were displaced.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 25, 2022
    BPD arrests DUI driver, tickets 33 during pedestrian safety operation

    BPD arrests DUI driver, tickets 33 during pedestrian safety operation

    Police said they arrested one person on suspicion of driving under the influence and wrote 33 tickets for pedestrian safety violations.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 23, 2022
    'Anti-Asian hate crime' reported near UC Berkeley

    'Anti-Asian hate crime' reported near UC Berkeley

    According to Berkeley police data, there have been at least 14 hate crime reports to BPD this year in addition to the incident near campus.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 20, 2022
    Woman shoots man during downtown Berkeley bar fight

    Woman shoots man during downtown Berkeley bar fight

    When police arrived, they did not know anyone had been shot: The victim had already left, and the other patrons had scattered.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 19, 2022
    Magnitude 2.9 earthquake gives Berkeley a shake

    Magnitude 2.9 earthquake gives Berkeley a shake

    Berkeley and the city's nearest East Bay neighbors have not experienced much earthquake activity this year, according to USGS reports.
    By Emilie Raguso Sep 11, 2022

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