Crime

Elderly woman reports hot prowl burglary at Elmwood home

The burglars, who wore masks, "were aware of the woman's presence" and walked past her during the break-in, police said.

Armed takeover robbery at Berkeley cannabis dispensary

The group threatened the victims and held them at gunpoint throughout the robbery, Berkeley police said.

Berkeley police investigate necklace 'chain snatch' case

Authorities said this type of crime happens more often than people realize.

Berkeley police hope to seek bids soon for drones, cameras

Tuesday night's council agenda includes a request from police to solicit proposals for the new suite of tools, estimated to cost up to $2.4 million.

Music teacher sent to prison in student sexual assault case

"Our family will carry the weight of what was done here long after the defendant has walked free," the victim's mother told the court.

Berkeley standoff suspect freed on mental health grounds

Ricardo Ruiz had been charged with 11 felonies stemming from an armed standoff with Berkeley police in April 2025.

Police: Pokemon card stolen in Facebook Marketplace setup

Berkeley police say Flock license plate data and cellphone records linked suspect Zavier Alvarez to the crime.