Police: Teen sparking inappropriate conversations with young boys at Berkeley park
Berkeley police are asking people to be cautious when visiting Codornices Park after they received several reports of a teenage boy initiating sexual conversations with children.
Berkeley man dies after 400-foot fall from one of California's highest mountains
A 23-year-old Berkeley man died last weekend while hiking on Mount Sill in Inyo County, according to the county sheriff's office.
Berkeley reconfiguring Shattuck Avenue, residents asked to chime in
The altered route will result in a new name for a tiny stretch of Shattuck Ave.
Shattuck Avenue reconfiguration project underway in Berkeley
Under the new plan, northbound traffic on Shattuck will split at Center Street. Greg Liggins reports.
Homelessness: A round table discussion with Bay Area leaders
Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf, San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, Berkeley Mayor Jesse Arregu?n and Director of the San Francisco Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing Jeff Kositsky sit down with KTVU's Frank Somerville to discuss homelessness in their respective cities and what they're doing to make an impact on this important issue.
Cal Fire preemptively clears brush in Tilden Park
It was hot and dry in the East Bay's Tilden Park on Tuesday. KTVU's Rob Roth reports Cal Fire was on hand for a fuel break, which basically means they were clearing brush as a preemptive measure during the height of fire season.
Berkeley teachers rally; demand raise, new contract
Hundreds of teachers, parents, staff and students marched through the streets of Berkeley on Wednesday. They demanded higher wages and a new contract for educators. KTVU's Paul Chambers reports they're making a familiar argument about surviving as a teacher in the high-priced Bay Area.
Berkeley bans gender-specific words from city code
Berkeley City Council has voted to eliminate gender-specific words from its municipal code. Some of the changes include the word, "manhole" that will now be "maintenance hole." KTVU's Amber Lee reports on local residents reaction.
Berkeley ranked as worst medium-sized city for 1st time home buyers
Financial website, Wallethub, has ranked Berkeley as the worst medium-sized city in the U.S. for first-time home buyers. KTVU's Rob Roth spoke with Berkeley real estate agents who weighed in with their own opinions.
Berkeley considers natural gas ban on new constructions
If passed, Berkeley's proposed natural gas ban in new buildings would be the first of its kind in the country. KTVU's Amber Lee reports not everyone is embracing this idea.
Advisory issued for Berkeley Bowl after city says resident contracted measles
The city of Berkeley announced Friday that a resident has contracted measles. While the person is no longer contagious, city officials have advised anyone who visited Berkeley Bowl at 2020 Oregon St. May 7 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. who is not immune to look for the first stage of symptoms: runny nose, red eyes, cough, and fever.
Bloody Thursday 50 years later: Unseen photos of Berkeley People?s Park Protest
50 years have passed since protests over the future of People's Park in Berkeley turned deadly. Now, a new book with personal accounts of that day and never-before-published photos is out. KTVU's Amber Lee spoke to the photographer who captured many of the images on that day in 1969.
UC Berkeley police seeking man suspected of photographing people in restroom
The University of California Police Department is still searching for a man who photographed people in a campus restroom in March.
Sean Spicer speaks at Cal, advises students: 'Think before you tweet'
Former White House press secretary Sean Spicer spoke at UC Berkeley Wednesday night, but his appearance was muted compared to other conservatives on the speaking circuit. There were no barricades, no protesters but there was a good turnout. KTVU's Debora Villalon reports.
Berkeley students encounter mice, mold, bed bugs in dorms
UC Berkeley is working to address a rodent issue at two dormitories after students complained of mice, bed bugs, and other living conditions on Facebook. KTVU's Cristina Rendon reports.
Berkeley mayor explains new RV parking permit system
Berkeley Mayor Jesse Arreguin explains a new RV parking permit system, adopted after a contentious meeting, where the city voted to ban overnight RV parking. The renewable 3-month permit system will include homeless outreach and delays enforcement of the parking ban for up to 6 to 8 months.
Berkeley could ban overnight RV parking after over 1,000 complaints
Protesters attended Tuesday?s Berkeley City Council meeting, as city leaders considered giving final approval to ban overnight RV parking. If approved, the ban would go into effect immediately. KTVU's Azenith Smith reports.
Berkeley police seek help in identifying sexual battery suspect
Berkeley police are asking for the public's help in identifying and locating a suspect in the sexual battery of a woman last month. KTVU's Rob Malcolm reports.
Berkeley complaints over RV dwellers amidst housing crisis
Berkeley City Council called a meeting Thursday night to discuss what to do about an increasing number of people living in RVs along city streets. KTVU's Jana Katsuyama reports.
Berkeley unanimously passes fee on disposable cups at cafes, coffee shops
Berkeley City Council unanimously passed the strongest food-ware law in the nation with a 25 cent surcharge on paper and plastic beverage cups from cafes and coffee shops. KTVU's Debora Villalon reports.



















