Man found dead in tent at People's Park: UC Berkeley police

A man in his 30s was found dead in a tent at People's Park in Berkeley Tuesday. This is the second death in recent months at the park, according to officials.

MyShake app wakes people far from quake's epicenter

The MyShake app designed to give a short warning before a quake hits, sounded the alarm early Tuesday morning when an earthquake centered in Humboldt County hit.

University of California, workers reach deal to end strike

The University of California reached an agreement Friday with some 36,000 graduate student teaching assistants and other academic workers for increased pay and benefits that could potentially end a monthlong strike — the largest of its kind in the nation — at the prestigious state system.

University of California, workers reach deal to end strike
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The University of California reached an agreement Friday with some 36,000 graduate student teaching assistants and other academic workers for increased pay and benefits that could potentially end a monthlong strike ? the largest of its kind in the nation ? at the prestigious state system.

'Tripledemic' prompts change to CDC masking guidance

At San Jose’s Christmas in the Park event, families enjoyed dazzling lights, kiddie rides, and festive performances. The outdoor event is a holiday favorite but this year, some people chose to enjoy the celebration masked up.

Berkeley teacher wins $1K as part of inaugural 'Kindness Award,' aimed at celebrating acts of kindness

A grade school teacher was named the winner of the first ever Chris Kindness Award, an initiative created by a University of California at Berkeley professor to promote acts of kindness in his community.

Meet the 11-year-old football fanatic inspiring Cal's Golden Bears

Even in a sea of Berkeley blue and California gold, you would be hard-pressed to find a fan more focused on the Cal-Stanford game, than 11-year-old Bryson Thompson. 

UC Berkeley's new police chief used to lead US Capitol police

UC Berkeley's police department is getting a new police chief – the former acting police chief at the US Capitol.

Upsurge in staff COVID cases closes popular San Francisco restaurant

Zuni Café on Market Street in San Francisco is temporarily closed due to an upsurge in COVID cases amongst staff. Doctors say four respiratory viruses are currently circulating.

UC Berkeley researchers test-drive new AI cars

UC Berkeley researchers have teamed up with three car companies and Vanderbilt University on new artificial intelligence software for cars aimed at reducing traffic jams, energy use, and accidents. 

California awards $25M to guaranteed income programs across state

The state of California announced Monday $25 million to underwrite the first state-funded guaranteed income pilot programs, which could set a standard for the entire nation.

Cal uses fumble return TD to beat Stanford 27-20 in Big Game

Jackson Sirmon scored on a 37-yard return following a wild play with two fumbles and California rallied from a double-digit deficit in the fourth quarter to beat Stanford 27-20 in the Big Game on Saturday.

UC Berkeley joins Harvard, Yale law schools by quitting US News rankings over equity concerns

The University of California, Berkeley’s law school on Thursday joined the law programs at Harvard and Yale in pulling out of U.S. News & World Report’s rankings over concerns that they punish efforts to attract students from a broad range of backgrounds.

Cal Athletics faces aftermath of cryptocurrency FTX collapse

Cal Athletics appears to be dealing with the aftermath of the recent collapse of cryptocurrency FTX. On Monday, workers were seen removing the FTX logo from the field ahead of Saturday's big game against Stanford.

2nd day of UC academic worker strike; largest work stoppage in university history

The average current pay is about $24,000 annually for student employees across the University of California system. They are seeking minimum annual base salaries of $54,000.

48,000 University of California academic workers on strike across 10 campuses

 Nearly 48,000 unionized academic workers at all 10 University of California campuses walked off the job Monday, calling for better pay and benefits.

Nearly 50,000 UC student employees strike, say they can't afford to live with current wages

Nearly 50,000 UC student employees across the state will be out of class and on the picket lines on Monday; they say they can't afford to live because of skyrocketing costs.