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Man charged with retail thefts from Berkeley Lululemon

Man charged with retail thefts from Berkeley Lululemon

Police say Charles Scott and associates took about $13,000 in leggings in early October then went back later that month and stole more clothing.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 3, 2025
Woman reports kidnapping attempt of boy, 10, in Berkeley

Woman reports kidnapping attempt of boy, 10, in Berkeley

Authorities said they "do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the greater community’s safety" at this time.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 2, 2025
Berkeley police seize gun, arrest man, woman after ALPR hit

Berkeley police seize gun, arrest man, woman after ALPR hit

Mustafa Aqa and Jessica Villalobos were arrested in a stolen car where officers found a loaded firearm and more than 24 grams of meth, police say.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 2, 2025
Update: Woman, 30, arrested after New Year's Eve gunfire

Update: Woman, 30, arrested after New Year's Eve gunfire

A caller told police the shooter was a white woman with facial piercings and neck tattoos who fired the gun in an apartment on Addison Street.
By Emilie Raguso Jan 1, 2025
Last chance! Help The Scanner plan for 2025

Last chance! Help The Scanner plan for 2025

Today is your last chance to become a monthly member or give a one-time gift to support our end-of-year fundraising campaign.
By Editor's desk Dec 31, 2024
Don't forget to park 20 feet from crosswalks starting Jan. 1

Don't forget to park 20 feet from crosswalks starting Jan. 1

Parking too close to a crosswalk will soon risk a $64 ticket — even if there's no red curb. There's a grace period until April 1.
By City of Berkeley Dec 31, 2024
2024 Berkeley crime snapshot: Most crimes saw steep drops

2024 Berkeley crime snapshot: Most crimes saw steep drops

In 2023, Berkeley saw a significant spike in serious crime reports, but nearly all the numbers plummeted in 2024.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 27, 2024

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