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Bomb prop for project prompted Berkeley High evacuation

Bomb prop for project prompted Berkeley High evacuation

BUSD said it was eventually able to determine that the suspicious device was a prop for a class project. Scroll down for multiple updates.
By Emilie Raguso Nov 5, 2024
Boy and girl, both 14, arrested after Flock hit on stolen car

Boy and girl, both 14, arrested after Flock hit on stolen car

The City Council approved the Flock camera contract about a year ago. Many of the license plate readers came online last month.
By Emilie Raguso Nov 5, 2024
Berkeley police staffing still a struggle, consultant says

Berkeley police staffing still a struggle, consultant says

The analysis found that officers are often spread thin with little time for proactive policing, particularly as calls for service have rebounded.
By Emilie Raguso Nov 4, 2024
Red Flag Warning: Increased fire risk in Berkeley Hills and flats

Red Flag Warning: Increased fire risk in Berkeley Hills and flats

The greatest risk in Berkeley is expected from Tuesday afternoon to Wednesday morning. Parts of Alameda County may see planned outages.
By Emilie Raguso Nov 4, 2024
Update: Vespa scooter rider killed in solo crash in Berkeley

Update: Vespa scooter rider killed in solo crash in Berkeley

The Alameda County coroner's office identified the man who died as Nathaniel R. Bell, 36, of Oakland.
By Emilie Raguso Nov 1, 2024
New lawsuit alleges anti-Asian discrimination by Pamela Price

New lawsuit alleges anti-Asian discrimination by Pamela Price

Craig Chew says he was fired after raising concerns about Price's attempts to get around legally mandated background checks.
By Emilie Raguso Oct 31, 2024
Another armed carjacking on Gilman Street in Berkeley

Another armed carjacking on Gilman Street in Berkeley

Berkeley police said three people, each carrying a gun, approached the victim and took their car, a metallic Dodge Charger.
By Emilie Raguso Oct 30, 2024

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