Berkeley Animal Shelter fire under investigation
Update: As of Monday, the city said it had no estimate as to when the shelter would re-open to the public.
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Berkeley pushes 911 revamp to improve emergency response
The Communications Center has a 70% to 80% attrition rate for new dispatchers. The city hopes Priority Dispatch will help change that.
How will Berkeley budget cuts affect Berkeley Fire?
The worst impacts have been staved off for now, but CERT and the city's new Street Trauma Prevention program are still at risk.
Berkeley garbage truck fire snarls North Shattuck traffic
The incident unfolded at Shattuck Avenue and Vine Street on Saturday morning. Many readers shared photos and tips with TBS.
New East Bay fire training center lands $500K federal grant
The central hub (location TBD) will let fire crews practice fighting structure fires and wildfires, cleaning up hazmats and more, officials said.
Berkeley Fire handles EV battery fire at Webster, Benvenue
Readers shared photos and videos and asked The Scanner to learn more.
Man, woman found dead in car at Aquatic Park in Berkeley
Update: The deceased individuals were identified as Nicol Simmons, 44, of Oakland and Ben Diarra, 25 (address unknown).