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.
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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.
E-bike rider taken to hospital after crash at Cedar, San Pablo
The cyclist, a man in his 50s who was not wearing a helmet, hit a car and went over his handlebars, according to early reports.
Exclusive: Rashi Kesarwani will not seek re-election
In a deep-dive interview with The Scanner, she looked back at her nearly eight years as the Berkeley City Council member for District 1.
Naked man with shotgun arrested at Berkeley Tesla
Berkeley police identified the suspect as 35-year-old Edward Teece. He has been charged with several gun-related felonies.
Berkeley can clear Harrison encampment, judge says
In a series of orders, the judge also carved out new rights for Berkeley homeless residents. The city did not respond to requests for comment.
Golden Gate Fields deal set to create sweeping public park
Officials announced the effort Tuesday, calling it a "dream come true" and a "once-in-a-generation opportunity."