Commercial burglary spike in Berkeley; Creekwood hit again

"It impacts customers’ perception of safety," said Creekwood Restaurant owner Greg Poulios. "People may not come in."

Chase Bank stabbing suspect charged with attempted murder

The victim said he did not know why suspect Wayne Johnson stabbed him and had never seen Johnson before, police wrote in court papers.

Man shot on Harrison is first Berkeley shooting of the year

The call initially came in as an active shooter situation. Authorities ultimately determined that was not the case.

UC Berkeley clears People's Park with eye on housing plans

Park supporters have staunchly opposed the plans, citing the park's long history as a community space and cultural landmark.

Alameda DA's office recused from Butch Ford case

The judge said DA Price's "overarching comments" about the case had been "outside the realm of what is normal in a criminal proceeding."

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Berkeley police make arrest tied to November shooting

BPD arrested Rashad Christopher on suspicion of assault with a firearm on a person, conspiracy and shooting at an inhabited vehicle or dwelling.