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."
Homeless encampments
Authoritative, independent news coverage of crime and safety related to homelessness and encampments in Berkeley, California.
Berkeley can clear small part of homeless camp, judge says
The city can clean up part of the Harrison corridor encampment but must leave eight homeless individuals and their property alone if they are there.
Man hospitalized after self-injury at Berkeley cafe
Neighborhood surveillance footage showed him collapsing on the ground after leaving the cafe.
Berkeley man recounts how he stopped alleged kidnapping
"I could see the fear in his eyes," the witness said, of the 10-month-old baby who was nearly taken. "I was trying to calm him down."
Police: Woman arrested after trying to take baby from stroller
Update: The arrested woman was identified as Leana McShane, 49. Police described her as unhoused.
Sex offender hit with 2 new Berkeley arson cases
Authorities say Lavell Young was caught on camera setting a tent on fire, threatening buildings on Channing Way.
Man charged with robbery attempt in Berkeley parking lot
Police say Christian Jensen admitted to "asking people for money with his lighter, which was shaped like a firearm."