Police: 2 drivers arrested in hit-and-run DUI crashes
One collision sounded like a gunshot. In another, BPD said a driver ran a red light while flashing his brights.
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Teenage cyclist injured in crash on his way to Berkeley High
The 16-year-old was taken to Highland Hospital for assessment.
Update: GoFundMe launched for woman displaced by fire
Wanda Stewart hosted weekly free food giveaways at her South Berkeley home. Now she needs help. Scroll down for the update.
Flock alert leads Berkeley police to wanted man with gun
The unregistered loaded handgun had a switch that allowed it to fire automatically, police said.
Man charged with stalking ex after hundreds of phone calls
Police arrested Derrick Sparks, 44, after Flock alerts in two cities.
Alleged ‘Om’ cult leader, son arrested in sex abuse case
William Brumfield, 90, was arrested on suspicion of lewd and lascivious conduct, records show. His son Marbel Om faces even more serious charges.
Once underground, Berkeley cannabis pioneers get their due
Berkeley Patients Group and Cannabis Buyers Club of Berkeley will be honored Friday in a cultural landmark ceremony at Chapel of Flowers.