Berkeley fire chief asks for urgent action to snag new HQ
The monthly rent for the 55,000-square-foot facility in West Berkeley is projected to reach about $121,000.
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Driver taken to Highland after rollover crash in Berkeley
The man was driving a BMW, which sustained major damage in the crash and came to rest on the passenger side.
Berkeley officials urge PG&E to underground local power lines
A California Senate bill approved in 2023 made federal money available for projects to underground utility lines.
Man's body recovered from steep canyon in Berkeley Hills
Update: The coroner's office identified the man as 60-year-old Lenard Andrus.
Man, 61, in critical condition after BART incident
As of 4:30 p.m., BART said there was "limited service" on the red and orange line and that BART is working to restore full service.
Hotel arson suspect was free pending parole revocation
Two people were in the lobby when the fire was set. Repairs are expected to cost more than $100,000, police said.