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With Price gone, new Alameda DA should oversee fatal police shooting case, AG says

Under Pamela Price, the courts recused her office twice in less than three months from high-profile cases. Such extreme remedies are rare.

2 men charged with gun crimes after Gilman shooting

Berkeley police say Alex Foster fired a gun through his ceiling into his neighbor's apartment at Gilman and Curtis. No one was hurt.

Ricardo Ruiz case: Judge orders psych review to avoid 'fiasco'

The judge told Ruiz he was jeopardizing his case by demanding to move forward when his attorney wasn't ready.

Lawyer for Berkeley man shot by police has asked to withdraw

Judge David Pereda rejected the request, saying the attorney must continue to represent Ricardo Ruiz — at least for now.

UC Berkeley stabbing: Suspects 'known for violent crimes'

Officers from the Woodland police gang unit said they had "multiple prior contacts" with the men, one of whom tried to flee to Mexico, UCPD said.

Driver found guilty in vehicular manslaughter of Julia Elkin

The crash that killed Elkin, on Feb. 12, 2024, was one of several fatal pedestrian collisions in Berkeley involving elderly drivers.

Stalker reports alarm neighbors of homeless camp at city park

Reports about Steven Hall have drawn the attention of Berkeley leaders — particularly against the backdrop of growing concerns at Ohlone Park.