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Driver found guilty in vehicular manslaughter of Julia Elkin

Driver found guilty in vehicular manslaughter of Julia Elkin

The crash that killed Elkin, on Feb. 12, 2024, was one of several fatal pedestrian collisions in Berkeley involving elderly drivers.
By Emilie Raguso May 8, 2025
Berkeley police release video of officer-involved shooting

Berkeley police release video of officer-involved shooting

CORRECTION: The bodycam of the officer who shot Ricardo Ruiz shut down abruptly before the shooting. It did not appear to be due to anything the officer did, sources familiar with the investigation said.
By Editor's desk May 6, 2025
Albany, CA, group wants to 'bring local news back' to town

Albany, CA, group wants to 'bring local news back' to town

If you live or work in Albany, California, and have thoughts about your local news needs, consider filling out this short survey.
By Editor's desk May 6, 2025
Authorities investigate RV trailer fire in northwest Berkeley

Authorities investigate RV trailer fire in northwest Berkeley

"We have one [reporting party] saying it's a tree next to a building and another saying a trailer is exploding," a dispatcher told police.
By Emilie Raguso May 6, 2025
Berkeley police find missing boy, 6, reading in Mr. Mopps'

Berkeley police find missing boy, 6, reading in Mr. Mopps'

An officer with kids of his own found the little boy by thinking about where a child might go, BPD said in response to a Scanner inquiry.
By Emilie Raguso May 5, 2025
UC Berkeley stabbing: Exclusive new details

UC Berkeley stabbing: Exclusive new details

The victim was reportedly stabbed more than a dozen times. Police are investigating reports about a disgruntled ex.
By Emilie Raguso May 5, 2025
Homeless man stabbed amid dispute over public urination

Homeless man stabbed amid dispute over public urination

Ali Davis, who got upset after seeing the man peeing in public in the neighborhood where he works, told police he stabbed him in self-defense.
By Emilie Raguso May 5, 2025

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