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Man arrested in Berkeley on kidnapping, sex crime charges

Man arrested in Berkeley on kidnapping, sex crime charges

The suspect was identified as 40-year-old Jorge Molina Rodriguez of Hayward, BPD said.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 30, 2026
Fire extinguisher robbery of Cal student: Suspect charged

Fire extinguisher robbery of Cal student: Suspect charged

Miles Anderson, a suspect in an attempted murder case from Oakland, was already on supervised release for gun possession, police said.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 27, 2026
Rolex, gold coins snatched in 'follow-home' robbery

Rolex, gold coins snatched in 'follow-home' robbery

According to Berkeley police, $45,000 in gold coins and $3,000 in cash were taken during the robbery, among other items.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 26, 2026
Berkeley delays controversial Flock vote to June 2

Berkeley delays controversial Flock vote to June 2

"Fatigue and time constraints do not support thoughtful, sound decision-making," the mayor's office said Wednesday.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 25, 2026
Berkeley mayor says no to Flock. Will council follow suit?

Berkeley mayor says no to Flock. Will council follow suit?

A new proposal from Mayor Adena Ishii "opposes the renewal, approval, or authorization of any contract with Flock Safety."
By Emilie Raguso Mar 23, 2026
Berkeley Flock hit leads to arrest in local home-invasion case

Berkeley Flock hit leads to arrest in local home-invasion case

The case involved allegations of gunfire amid the robbery of an inhabited home in Oakland, according to available data.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 23, 2026
Berkeley Hills fire: 'One of the scariest 30 minutes of my life'

Berkeley Hills fire: 'One of the scariest 30 minutes of my life'

The fire burned through two homes and took out a gas meter as well as a power line. Five people were displaced, authorities said.
By Emilie Raguso Mar 19, 2026

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