Berkeley fire chief on why he backs measures V and U: Op-ed
Emergency response times and aging fire stations are at stake, writes Berkeley Fire Chief David Sprague in this guest essay.
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PG&E shutoff could leave parts of Berkeley dark for 2 days
The Public Safety Power Shutoff in Berkeley would last from Thursday at 5 a.m. through Saturday at 2 p.m. Scroll down for updates.
Update: GoFundMe launched for woman displaced by fire
Wanda Stewart hosted weekly free food giveaways at her South Berkeley home. Now she needs help. Scroll down for the update.
Berkeley to consider ban on encampments near preschools
Some residents are calling for an outright camping ban. The city says it could not enforce it.
Divided Berkeley council upholds police tear gas ban
"Now is not the time," said Mayor Adena Ishii. "I think it's really important to take a look at where we are in our history."
Update: Berkeley vegetation fire prompts air quality alert
Police closed West Frontage Road between Gilman Street and University Avenue during the fire response. Scroll down for updates.
A hotel, a spa, EV parking? New visions for Golden Gate Fields
Residents shared ideas for a waterfront park while pressing to preserve racetrack landmarks and replace revenue for Albany services and schools.