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Speedy plea deal for brothers, Berkeley gun case dropped

The Alameda County DA's office dismissed multiple felony charges against both men just one week after filing a case against them.

Police investigate SUV fire, suspected arson on Encina

Firefighters extinguished the blaze quickly, thanks in part to a nearby hydrant. Many details remain unknown.

Cyclist death prompts lawsuit, traffic safety questions

Yuan Cong never regained consciousness after a car crash on Nov. 25, 2022. Buddhist monks prayed by his side for months.

Byron DeCles to stand trial after stabbings at Berkeley home

After hearing evidence in the case, an Alameda County Superior Court judge reduced several of the charges against Byron DeCles.

Berkeley police: Man tried to set woman, RV on fire on Harrison

When the woman went outside to confront Dicarlo Scott Sr., "he poured gasoline on her while holding a lit cigarette," police wrote.

Indecent exposure charges after downtown Berkeley disturbance

Officers made a separate arrest downtown at the same time after noticing a man who was wanted in connection with burglary and assault.

Driver who killed pedestrian gets probation, GPS tracker

Barry Bull, then 65, had alcohol in his system when he hit Vincent Koehler in the crosswalk at San Pablo Avenue and Oregon Street in 2021.