Did Newsom’s $3.8 billion hotels-to-housing program pay off? CalMatters filed 100 records requests to find out
Some projects were huge successes. Others were total failures. Dozens remain stuck in limbo. There’s been little accountability.
Community
As of 2025, when resources allow, The Scanner is branching out to cover newsworthy stories that don't involve public safety, particularly when they are the issue of the day or the most significant item at city meetings.
When construction shuts down sidewalks, we all lose: Op-ed
"When sidewalks and bike lanes disappear, everyone who is not in a car is forced into unsafe situations," says Erik Knaresboro in today's guest essay.
Berkeley extends Flock camera contract; drones postponed
Council put off giving drones and fixed cameras to police but said officers can use Flock license plate readers for another year.
New East Bay fire training center lands $500K federal grant
The central hub (location TBD) will let fire crews practice fighting structure fires and wildfires, cleaning up hazmats and more, officials said.
Berkeley officials make the case for Flock, as vote nears: Op-ed
Council members Shoshana O’Keefe, Mark Humbert, Rashi Kesarwani and Terry Taplin explain their stance on Flock. The vote comes Thursday.
Man found dead on Berkeley sidewalk
He's been identified as Reed McNally Geritz, 37, of Berkeley. There were no obvious signs of foul play, police said.
Update: Suspicious package was smoke alarm, police say
Police reopened the roadway at about 3:30 p.m.