UC Regents delay decision on reinstating SAT, ACT requirement until 2027

The University of California system has postponed a decision on whether to bring back standardized testing requirements for student applications, giving itself until June 2027 to make a final call. The UC Board of Regents made the announcement at their meeting this week, which non-profit education news reporters from EdSource.org covered. 

People urged to vote for best public art in the world, featuring Bay Area nominees

An international contest for the best public art and design in the world has narrowed its field to 100 nominees, and four of them are located in the Bay Area.

Police search Berkeley campus, advise public to secure in place

Officers with the University of California Berkeley Police Department conducted a search of campus buildings on Tuesday in what was called a "critical alert." 

Nancy Pelosi's next career move: Teaching at UC Berkeley

After House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi retires from Congress next year, she will move on to her next gig: teaching at her eponymous center at the University of California, Berkeley.  

UC Berkeley community honors student, mother killed in solo crash

Friends, family and classmates gathered at UC Berkeley to remember Paloma Foster, a student, mother and advocate who died in a solo crash Sunday. Loved ones say her compassion left a lasting impact.

Southwest Airlines captain makes heartwarming final flight to Oakland with his daughter as co-pilot

It was a deeply meaningful flight on so many levels. A Southwest Airlines pilot makes a moving announcement ahead of joining the captain in the cockpit for his final flight before retirement.

These 2 Bay Area universities ranked top in the world

U.S. News and World Report shared this week their 2026 to 2027 report on top global universities. Stanford University and University of California, Berkeley were ranked in the top ten of this prestigious list.

Stanford, UC Berkeley ranked in top ten of global universities
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U.S. News and World Report shared this week their 2026 to 2027 report on top global universities. Stanford University and University of California, Berkeley were ranked in the top ten of this prestigious list. 

UC Berkeley graduate denied diploma scroll while holding Palestinian flag on stage

Videos circulating on social media show the moment a University of California, Berkeley graduate student was temporarily denied his diploma scroll for holding a Palestinian flag during a commencement ceremony.

Pope Leo warns of AI dangers; UC Berkeley Law adopts strict new policy

Pope Leo XIV called for stronger oversight of artificial intelligence as universities like UC Berkeley Law move to limit how students use AI in the classroom.

Formerly incarcerated, homeless, at 43, UC Berkeley senior graduates with top honor

He was formerly incarcerated and homeless, and at 43, Charles Long Jr. marked a proud, major milestone in his life, graduating from UC Berkeley with the highest honor awarded to a graduating senior at the university.

Cal Performances presents, This Land: Reflections on America
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Cal Performances at UC Berkeley presents pianist Lara Downes in This Land: Reflections on America at Zellerbach Hall on Saturday, May 9 at 8PM. Joined by folk singer Judy Collins, poet Tarriona, string ensemble Invoke Quartet, and the multicultural Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir.

California billionaires could face one-time tax to fund healthcare emergency

A proposed November ballot initiative seeks a one-time 5% emergency tax on the net worth of Californians with more than $1 billion in assets.

Voter Apathy: new study lists reasons as June 2 primary nears

A new study seeks to uncover the reasons behind voter apathy, as early voting is set to begin within days for the June 2 California primary.

Man's body discovered on UC Berkeley campus; no indication of foul play, officials say

The body of a man was discovered on UC Berkeley's campus Wednesday afternoon. Campus police say the person found does not appear to be affiliated with the university. 

Indigenous remains found at UC Berkeley construction site

Skeletal remains discovered Wednesday at a University of California, Berkeley construction site belong to an Indigenous person, university officials confirmed.

Gathering, a story of memory, resilience and community
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Gathering by Yaa Samar! Dance Theatre is an immersive performance that tells the story of Israa, a young woman confronting fragmented memories after an attack on her village. Samar Haddad King, the artistic director gives insight. Performances run from February 27- March 1 at UC Berkeley's  Zellerbach Playhouse.

Missing UC Berkeley student found dead

Authorities have confirmed that the body of a missing University of California, Berkeley student has been recovered.

Berkeley’s chocolate masterpieces
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The Xocolate Bar is a Latina-owned family business founded by Malena Lopez-Maggi and Clive Brown. What began in arts and crafts evolved into a celebration of chocolate as art, with hand-crafted bonbons that are as beautiful as they are delicious.