Mark Bingham honored by friends for Flight 93 heroism on 9/11
On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, two former Cal rugby teammates of Mark Bingham shared remembrances Friday of the man who helped fight back against terrorists aboard Flight 93.
On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, two former Cal rugby teammates of Mark Bingham shared remembrances Friday of the man who helped fight back against terrorists aboard Flight 93.
Cal QB Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele opens up about expectations, pre-game TikTok
All eyes across the Atlantic Coast Conference and college football are fixed on California quarterback Jaron-Keave Sagapolutele as he returns for his second year under center.
All eyes across the Atlantic Coast Conference and college football are fixed on California quarterback Jaron-Keave Sagapolutele as he returns for his second year under center.
UC Berkeley suspends some international internships after threats from feds
International students at UC Berkeley might struggle to find internships after the school announced its suspending work programs after threats from the federal government.
International students at UC Berkeley might struggle to find internships after the school announced its suspending work programs after threats from the federal government.
UC Berkeley grad behind a multi-cancer screening tool harnessing a dog's superpower: its sense of smell
A UC Berkeley graduate is behind a new early detection, multi-cancer screening tool that pairs the incredible scent-tracking ability of dogs with artificial intelligence.
A UC Berkeley graduate is behind a new early detection, multi-cancer screening tool that pairs the incredible scent-tracking ability of dogs with artificial intelligence.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Summer camp staffer, 27, arrested in sexual assault of girl, 11, at UC Berkeley dorm
A 27-year-old man is in jail, accused by UC Berkeley police of sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl at a campus residence hall over the weekend.
A 27-year-old man is in jail, accused by UC Berkeley police of sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl at a campus residence hall over the weekend.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.