Berkeley robbery probe nets unrelated armed suspect

The investigation began Saturday shortly before 3 p.m. when a group of people robbed a pedestrian at gunpoint near Strawberry Creek Park.

Berkeley Fire handles EV battery fire at Webster, Benvenue

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Sign up for AC Alert for official emergency advisories

Berkeley uses Alameda County's alerting system to send texts, emails and calls during critical incidents.

UC Berkeley student arrested after slashing boyfriend: Police

Laisha Ajtun, 20, was arrested Thursday on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and domestic violence.

Deceased man found in bushes on UC Berkeley campus

Authorities said they do not believe the man was affiliated with the university. There were no obvious signs of foul play, UCPD said.

Update: UC Berkeley student identified as fatal fall victim

The student has been identified as William Yi Lu, 21, the coroner's office said. He was majoring in Theater & Performance Studies.

Man, woman found dead in car at Aquatic Park in Berkeley

There were no clear signs of trauma at the scene, and indications of a possible overdose, according to early reports.