'Future of Food' exhibit to open at UC Berkeley's Lawrence Hall of Science

The future of food is here, and it's sustainable. The University of California, Berkeley's Lawrence Hall of Science is opening a new exhibit titled the "Future of Food", and it's highlighting the scientists and companies on the forefront of that effort.

UC Berkeley botanical gardens declare 'Newtapalooza'

While some might say no newts is good newts, the folks at UC Berkeley's Botanical Garden disagree, even going so far as to declare a Newtapalooza at the garden in February.   

Sociologists mourn retired UC Berkeley professor killed in hit-and-run crash

Sociologists across the country are mourning the loss of retired UC Berkeley Professor Michael Burawoy, who was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Oakland.

East Bay man pleads guilty to firebombing Oakland federal building, UC Berkeley police car

An East Bay man pleaded guilty Tuesday to federal arson charges related to a series of firebombings in Oakland and Berkeley last summer, the U.S. Department of Justice announced. 

'Full Measure' documentary released on former Cal crew coach

Film director Jean Strauss rowed at Cal in the 70s, and thought that crew coach Steve Gladstone’s career needed to be showcased in a documentary. 

UC approves nearly 10% tuition hike for out-of-state students

Tuition for most University of California students will be more expensive next year, with out-of-state students paying the highest costs.

Cal women's basketball has eyes on March Madness

The Golden Bears no longer want to be just a feel good story. They are ready to exceed expectations.

Sierra sees its first snow of the season

While much of Northern California is seeing a Red Flag Warning, the first snow of the season fell in the Sierra on Thursday. 

Cal student wins $100K in field goal kick during ESPN Game Day

Instead of white Vans, Daniel Villasenor was wearing gray ones when he made the 33-yard field goal kick that won him $100,000 Saturday afternoon during ESPN College GameDay.

U.S. News college rankings are out, here's how California colleges fared

U.S. News & World Report has released its closely followed annual college rankings, with California universities again topping the list.