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Looking Glass Photo fans rally to save shop after 'violent break-in'

Looking Glass Photo fans rally to save shop after 'violent break-in'

"Even in this dark moment, we have felt the light of our community," the shop wrote. Supporters have already donated more than $50,000.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 18, 2025
Homeless camp poses 'clear and present danger' to BHS: Op-ed

Homeless camp poses 'clear and present danger' to BHS: Op-ed

"Unhoused people deserve to be treated with dignity and care, and children deserve to be safe," the authors say: Both are true.
By Guest Essay Feb 18, 2025
Woman rappelled into North Face for burglary, police say

Woman rappelled into North Face for burglary, police say

BPD says Brezjana Wilson and two accomplices stole merchandise valued at $20,000 — but left another $30,000 in goods and a safe behind.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 13, 2025
Man charged in UC Berkeley sex crime case

Man charged in UC Berkeley sex crime case

Police said Andrew McNear pulled a woman off her bike and threatened her while she was riding near University Village in Albany.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 13, 2025
Remembering Elise Lusk: 'Always striving to get better'

Remembering Elise Lusk: 'Always striving to get better'

The Berkeley native was a vivacious and caring woman who brought others together. She was also a cancer survivor and a lifelong swimmer.
By Kate Darby Rauch Feb 10, 2025
How a Berkeley grandma, 84, saved family members from fire

How a Berkeley grandma, 84, saved family members from fire

She pushed through burning flames to rouse her daughter and son-in-law. BFD rescued another daughter, who was bedridden, but she later died.
By Frances Dinkelspiel Feb 7, 2025
Berkeley sexual battery suspect released, may get diversion

Berkeley sexual battery suspect released, may get diversion

Berkeley PD's Bike Patrol picked up Audrey Barlow last week just a day after a teenager said he slapped her buttocks on her way to school.
By Emilie Raguso Feb 6, 2025

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