Stolen U-Haul with family memorabilia found in Oakland
Scott Eidson says luckily, the things that were taken can be replaced.
Scott Eidson says luckily, the things that were taken can be replaced.
Berkeley schools superintendent to recommend distance learning for school year's start
A letter sent to Berkeley Unified School District families and staff from the superintendent on Monday indicates a recommendation will be made to start the school year with distance learning in place.
A letter sent to Berkeley Unified School District families and staff from the superintendent on Monday indicates a recommendation will be made to start the school year with distance learning in place.
University of California plans to sue federal government over new international student guidelines
The University of California said Wednesday it plans to sue the federal government over new guidelines that bar international students from staying in the U.S. if they attend universities that only offer online courses this fall.
The University of California said Wednesday it plans to sue the federal government over new guidelines that bar international students from staying in the U.S. if they attend universities that only offer online courses this fall.
Grizzly Peak Blvd. closed to bikes, cars and pedestrians for July 4 weekend to prevent fires
Grizzly Peak Boulevard will be closed between Skyline Boulevard in Oakland and Centennial Drive in Berkeley for 24 hours starting at 5 a.m. Saturday due to fire danger and to ensure emergency access, Oakland fire officials said.
Grizzly Peak Boulevard will be closed between Skyline Boulevard in Oakland and Centennial Drive in Berkeley for 24 hours starting at 5 a.m. Saturday due to fire danger and to ensure emergency access, Oakland fire officials said.
Man's U-Haul full of memories stolen in Berkeley; surveillance video shows suspects taking off
"Everything had sentimental value and was connected to generations of my family," said Scott Eidson.
"Everything had sentimental value and was connected to generations of my family," said Scott Eidson.
Berkeley city council amends ordinance to help tenants; landlords can still collect damages
(UPDATE 7/2/20): The Berkeley City Attorney's office has evaluated the city council's amended emergency ordinance attempting to make it easier for tenants to break leases and offered clarification for understanding. The clarification points to California civil code which permits a landlord the right to pursue unpaid/lost rent over the duration of the lease term. It vastly reduces the scope and impact of the changes the council made. Below is from the updated ordinance:
(UPDATE 7/2/20): The Berkeley City Attorney's office has evaluated the city council's amended emergency ordinance attempting to make it easier for tenants to break leases and offered clarification for understanding. The clarification points to California civil code which permits a landlord the right to pursue unpaid/lost rent over the duration of the lease term. It vastly reduces the scope and impact of the changes the council made. Below is from the updated ordinance:
Berkeley City Council cuts $9 million from police funding
The killing of George Floyd sparked demands across the nation for police reform and Berkeley leaders took heed.
The killing of George Floyd sparked demands across the nation for police reform and Berkeley leaders took heed.
Berkeley to consider removing police from traffic and parking enforcement
The City of Berkeley on Monday announced the city council will consider a first-of-its-kind proposal next month to remove the police department from traffic and parking enforcement.
The City of Berkeley on Monday announced the city council will consider a first-of-its-kind proposal next month to remove the police department from traffic and parking enforcement.
After three months, Berkeley restaurateur welcomes customers back for outdoor dining
After three months, the owner of La Note finally got to welcome back customers for outdoor dining.
After three months, the owner of La Note finally got to welcome back customers for outdoor dining.
Demonstrations of all kinds on full display around the Bay Area
The events were held on Saturday, June 20, 2020.
The events were held on Saturday, June 20, 2020.
Berkeley police announce $50K reward for information leading to suspects in murder of Cal student
Smith was shot and killed on Monday night on Dwight Way near Valley Street. Berkeley police believe there may be individuals who have information about Smith's murder.
Smith was shot and killed on Monday night on Dwight Way near Valley Street. Berkeley police believe there may be individuals who have information about Smith's murder.
Cal student shot and killed, family searches for answers
Loved ones of Smith describe the Sacramento-area native as brilliant and smart.
Loved ones of Smith describe the Sacramento-area native as brilliant and smart.
UC Berkeley outlines fall semester plans for students amid COVID-19 pandemic
While in-person classes will be limited to small numbers, students will be allowed to take nearly every class remotely during the semester if they choose.
While in-person classes will be limited to small numbers, students will be allowed to take nearly every class remotely during the semester if they choose.
Police seek woman who pushed man onto tracks at Downtown Berkeley BART station
BART police are seeking a woman who pushed a man onto the tracks as a train was approaching at the Downtown Berkeley station Monday night.
BART police are seeking a woman who pushed a man onto the tracks as a train was approaching at the Downtown Berkeley station Monday night.
Man fatally shot in Berkeley, police seeking suspect
A man was found fatally shot in Berkeley late Monday night, a police spokesman said.
A man was found fatally shot in Berkeley late Monday night, a police spokesman said.
Berkeley may ease business operating restrictions, but advises caution
The determination will be made closely following state guidelines and with the warning that there is no vaccine or treatment for the novel coronavirus, meaning precautions such as distancing and wearing a face covering when within 30 feet of someone should be followed.
The determination will be made closely following state guidelines and with the warning that there is no vaccine or treatment for the novel coronavirus, meaning precautions such as distancing and wearing a face covering when within 30 feet of someone should be followed.
Berkeley votes to ban tear gas, San Francisco and Oakland considering too
Throughout the country and Bay Area, other cities are also re-examining the tools and tactics police use with demonstrating crowds.
Throughout the country and Bay Area, other cities are also re-examining the tools and tactics police use with demonstrating crowds.
Coroner rules Gulf War veteran's death at Santa Rita Jail a homicide
The coroner's report states Hermon -- a military veteran, father of three, and a former professor -- died by homicide, though no one will be charged for his death, the Alameda County District Attorney said.
The coroner's report states Hermon -- a military veteran, father of three, and a former professor -- died by homicide, though no one will be charged for his death, the Alameda County District Attorney said.
UC Berkeley professor who won Nobel Prize dies at 87
Oliver Williamson, who died Thursday at the age of 87, won the Nobel Prize in 2009 for what UC Berkeley officials said were his insights into what is known as the "make or buy" decision, in which businesses choose whether to outsource a process, service or other function or keep the work in-house.
Oliver Williamson, who died Thursday at the age of 87, won the Nobel Prize in 2009 for what UC Berkeley officials said were his insights into what is known as the "make or buy" decision, in which businesses choose whether to outsource a process, service or other function or keep the work in-house.
Amid pandemic, UC Berkeley livestreams virtual graduation with live speakers for class of 2020
All over the country, and right here in the Bay Area, students experienced a different kind of graduation, one separated from students and friends.
All over the country, and right here in the Bay Area, students experienced a different kind of graduation, one separated from students and friends.