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West Berkeley
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Man found dead on Berkeley sidewalk
He's been identified as Reed McNally Geritz, 37, of Berkeley. There were no obvious signs of foul play, police said.
Berkeley robbery probe nets unrelated armed suspect
The investigation began Saturday shortly before 3 p.m. when a group of people robbed a pedestrian at gunpoint near Strawberry Creek Park.
Man, woman found dead in car at Aquatic Park in Berkeley
Update: The deceased individuals were identified as Nicol Simmons, 44, of Oakland and Ben Diarra, 25 (address unknown).
Woman found deceased in the water at Berkeley Marina
She had been experiencing suicidal thoughts, authorities said.
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."
10 families displaced by Berkeley apartment fire
One of the residents said he woke to the sound of shouting and saw flames almost to his bedroom door.