Berkeley man, 60, sustains serious injuries in apartment fire
A 911 caller reported "dark smoke" coming from the second-story window of the building on Colusa Avenue, BFD said.
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Man pronounced dead next to Ohlone Greenway in Berkeley
His name has not been released.
Berkeley names new interim director of police accountability
Kathy Lee helped get the Police Accountability Board off the ground after overseeing the city's Police Review Commission for years.
Berkeley ceiling collapse sends woman to hospital
UPDATE: Despite initial reports that the roof or entire building had collapsed, firefighters determined that only the ceiling was impacted.
Auditor: Whistleblower reveals unauthorized ambulance buy
The investigation highlights "gaps in communication and oversight and … the need for a clearer process" around City Council notification.
Berkeley sets March 9 deadline to leave Harrison encampment
Eight people seeking disability accommodations are excluded from the order, which declares the Harrison Street corridor a "no-lodging area."
Female burn victim found in Berkeley dies at hospital
The investigation is ongoing. Limited details were available.