'One-stop shop' for homeless health care opens in Berkeley
The new Berkeley Trust Health Center, from LifeLong Medical Care, has been years in the making, officials said this week.
Community
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Berkeley encampment fire puts the focus on Codornices Creek
Community members are concerned about impacts on businesses and protected steelhead trout. They say Berkeley must do more.
Mentally ill, homeless, arrested in Berkeley? New program to offer treatment over jail
CareBridge "is a post-arrest diversion and reentry initiative for individuals experiencing homelessness and behavioral health needs."
Berkeley officials offer stern rebuke to police oversight chief
"It just feels like … you're in constant opposition with what we're recommending to you," Mayor Adena Ishii told Hansel Aguilar.
City officials might actually let Berkeley police get drones
A Berkeley City Council vote on drones could come by the end of the year.
North Berkeley: 3 crashes on Rose Street in just 4 days
One longtime resident called it "worrisome news for walkers and bikers."
Bike plan must balance street infrastructure with emergency response, accessibility: Op-ed
It's the last day to submit input on the draft Berkeley Bike Plan.