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DUI crash sends pedestrian to hospital, driver arrested

DUI crash sends pedestrian to hospital, driver arrested

Driver Carl Barron has multiple DUI convictions and arrests, according to public records, but none previously resulted in injuries.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 29, 2024
Berkeley carjacking case leads to gun seizure, ID theft charges

Berkeley carjacking case leads to gun seizure, ID theft charges

Police recovered not only the stolen car but also a stolen motorcycle, two replica firearms and a loaded Sig Sauer pistol, among other illicit items.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 28, 2024
Oakland man, 28, struck and killed by train in Berkeley

Oakland man, 28, struck and killed by train in Berkeley

The man was identified as Malik Cross, 28, of Oakland, the Alameda County coroner's office said Thursday.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 27, 2024
Berkeley shooting suspect charged in illegal gun case

Berkeley shooting suspect charged in illegal gun case

Police said they seized an assault weapon, high-capacity magazine, body armor and ammunition when they arrested Devonta Butler.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 27, 2024
Female UC Berkeley students awoken by homeless intruder

Female UC Berkeley students awoken by homeless intruder

Both young women, members of Cal's beach volleyball team, said they were still disturbed and traumatized by the incident months later.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 26, 2024
Top deputy for DA Pamela Price resigns amid reorg

Top deputy for DA Pamela Price resigns amid reorg

Otis Bruce Jr. came under scrutiny at his former job in Marin County due to an investigation that found workplace misconduct.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 25, 2024
Triple murder case begins for alleged Berkeley gang member

Triple murder case begins for alleged Berkeley gang member

Authorities say Joe Carroll Jr. was a Waterfront gang member who killed three men and tried to kill three others between 2009 and 2011.
By Emilie Raguso Jun 25, 2024

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