Berkeley sued over Hopkins bike lane plan
Plaintiffs say the bike lanes violate the 2026 Bicycle Plan and run contrary to Measure FF, a parcel tax to improve streets and sidewalks.
City budget
Authoritative, independent reporting on the city budget in Berkeley, California.
Berkeley has a 30-year plan. Its leadership must match: Op-ed
Berkeley has a plan to tackle its $2 billion infrastructure backlog. The authors say it needs strong leadership to see it through.
After years of debate, Berkeley approves Hopkins bike lanes
The plan, which includes paving and pedestrian safety improvements, is estimated to cost up to $20 million.
Op-ed: Berkeley sent its police a message. They’re getting it.
Authorized Berkeley police staffing has been reduced from 181 to 164 officers, with mandatory overtime straining morale, the police union says.
Berkeley approves balanced budget with unanimous vote
" The last several months have been nothing short of heart-wrenching," said Berkeley City Councilman Igor Tregub.
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.
Solano Stroll in peril in Berkeley without $300K from city
Organizers say security measures, including street barricades, have driven up costs and may threaten the event's survival.