Berkeley woman critical after fire at senior living complex
Paramedics took her to Highland Hospital. Her dog appears to have escaped injury.
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Claremont Avenue traffic safety meeting draws a crowd
Since 2013, there have been seven severe-injury crashes on Claremont Avenue and one, over the summer, that was fatal.
Car crash knocks out power to Berkeley neighborhoods
A reader, who shared a photograph from the scene, told The Scanner the driver struck a power pole near Whole Foods.
Berkeley's Claremont Avenue: Quick fix now, more work later
Share input about Claremont Avenue at a community meeting Oct. 23. Councilman Mark Humbert is also circulating an informal survey.
What's happening with Measure FF, Berkeley's Safe Streets plan?
Measure FF is slated to provide nearly $270 million for Berkeley streets and sidewalks over its 14-year lifespan.
Pedestrian rushed to Highland after Claremont, Ashby crash
The pedestrian, who was 20-30 years old, police said, remained conscious after the collision. The roadway is open.
Zachary's Corner, site of driver attack, already on list for a fix
Zachary's Corner has a history of serious traffic collisions, including the crash that killed 5-year-old Zachary Cruz in 2009.