Berkeley approves 'challenging' budget for the next 2 years "We had to really struggle to close this deficit," said Councilwoman Rashi Kesarwani. "We can't do that every time."
Cyclist death prompts lawsuit, traffic safety questions Yuan Cong never regained consciousness after a car crash on Nov. 25, 2022. Buddhist monks prayed by his side for months.
Update: New Berkeley security cameras have been approved That would bring the number of locations where the city has surveillance cameras to 11, with 18 more in the pipeline pending further review.
Berkeley police annual report: Violent crime rose 15% in 2023 Crime levels are "returning to or surpassing pre-pandemic levels," with increases across nearly all major violent and property crimes, BPD said.
Berkeley first responders take active shooter 'master class' The Berkeley Fire Department secured a $60,000 grant through the Department of Homeland Security to organize the event.
Berkeley mayor forges coalition to take on rising East Bay crime Jesse Arreguín, who convened the group, said it will meet quarterly and partner more closely to address public safety challenges.
Berkeley police may get more surveillance cameras "I heard loud and clear from my neighbors… they want to feel safe throughout the city that we all share," said Councilman Mark Humbert.