Berkeley's popular Echo Lake Camp appears intact

Many of the Camp Echo Lake buildings looked like they had survived the Caldor Fire, mostly unscathed.

Camp Sacramento survives fire, but fate of Berkeley's Echo Lake Camp is unknown

There's no word yet on the level of damage at at Berkeley's Echo Lake Camp. But Berkeley's mayor tweeted Monday night that they hope to assess the grounds on Tuesday.

Alice Waters celebrates 50-year anniversary of Chez Panisse
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KTVU's Frank Mallicoat spoke with Alice Waters, owner of Chez Panisse in Berkeley, on the 50th anniversary of the restaurant.

Berkeley teen hacks social media accounts, uses photos to blackmail young women: police

Investigators say some of Liam Burgmann's alleged victims were students at Berkeley High, where he recently attended classes himself. Police say there are also victims from at least a dozen other high schools in Marin and Contra Costa counties.

UC Berkeley must freeze enrollment following court decision Monday

University of California at Berkeley officials must freeze campus enrollment at the 2020-21 level following a court decision on Monday over the university's impact on nearby neighborhoods.

GPS data sheds new light on Berkeley runner's death: report

GPS readings from Philip Kreycik's smart watch show he began his run at the Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park at the brisk pace of a seasoned athlete, despite the 100 degree heat on July 10.

Family of Zumbi hires lawyers to investigate Bay Area rapper's death

The family of Steve "Zumbi" Gaines is hiring lawyers to investigate the cause of the Bay Area rapper's death under mysterious circumstances at a Berkeley hospital.

Cal hopes full offseason helps quarterback Chase Garbers shine

After a pandemic-shortened 2020 season, the California Golden Bears are excited to show off what they hope will be a much more dynamic offense with respected longtime NFL coordinator Bill Musgrave and veteran quarterback Chase Garbers.

Children want justice after driver kills mother in Berkeley

While two siblings call the fatal case that killed their mother a hit and run, police say the facts don’t back up that claim.

Gov. Newsom helps clean homeless encampment in Berkeley

Gov. Gavin Newsom visited a homeless encampment and helped remove debris in Berkeley on Monday, joining a Caltrans crew cleaning up a long-standing encampment along Interstate 80 at University Avenue.

Preliminary autopsy rules out foul play in runner's death

Preliminary autopsy results are in for the man who went missing after running on an East Bay trail on a day with dangerously hot temperatures last month. 

'Life is truly fragile:' Family of dead East Bay runner thanks community

Through tears, Jen Yao said that she wanted to meet every person who had helped look for her husband, Philip Kreycik, from the volunteer searchers to people who brought her coolers of ice.

Bay Area cities consider vaccine mandate similar to New York City's

Could you be required to be vaccinated to enter an indoor venue in the Bay Area? Some cities are now considering a mandate following New York City’s lead. City leaders in San Francisco and Berkeley are pushing for a mandate.

Body found near East Bay trail believed to be of missing runner Philip Kreycik

Authorities on Tuesday confirmed that a body located near a trail at the Pleasanton Ridge open space area is believed to be that of Philip Kreycik, who was reported missing over three weeks ago.

Authorities resume search for missing runner Philip Kreycik

The Alameda County Sheriff's Office and Pleasanton Police Department said they will again deploy their search and rescue teams to the area over the weekend to look for signs of 37-year-old Philip Kreycik.

1st in nation: Berkeley to offer vegan meals at public events, jail

The measure requires Berkeley to offer plant-based foods, including vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds at public buildings.