California's swarm of potholes will continue to grow

Potholes continue to plague Bay Area roadways. A Caltrans spokesperson said through mid January they're already working on 400 different locations, compared to 209 this time last year.

Landslide cancels activities at Cal's Golden Bear Rec Center

Another landslide came down this week near the Golden Bear Rec Center at UC Berkeley on the Clark Kerr Campus.

Massive mudslide prompts evacuations in Berkeley Hills

A mudslide in the Berkeley Hills prompted the evacuation of about ten homes on Monday morning. 

UC Berkeley snow lab detects 8 more inches of snow in Sierra Nevada

Researchers at the UC Berkeley Central Sierra Snow Lab said they detected 8.5 inches of new snow in the 24 hours between Saturday and Sunday morning. 

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.