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Berkeley police investigate armed robbery on Russell

Berkeley police investigate armed robbery on Russell

The robbery took place during a sale arranged on social media, Berkeley police said in response to a Scanner inquiry.
By Emilie Raguso May 29, 2026
Remembering Reed Geritz: 'He loved everyone and made sure we all knew it'

Remembering Reed Geritz: 'He loved everyone and made sure we all knew it'

Geritz was found dead on a Berkeley sidewalk 28 days ago. He had a heart condition but, for now, cause of death remains pending.
By Kate Darby Rauch May 28, 2026
Solano Stroll in peril in Berkeley without $300K from city

Solano Stroll in peril in Berkeley without $300K from city

Organizers say security measures, including street barricades, have driven up costs and may threaten the event's survival.
By Emilie Raguso May 27, 2026
Berkeley Flock alert leads to North Face theft arrest

Berkeley Flock alert leads to North Face theft arrest

Police say Anthony Kerman returned to Berkeley about 24 hours after taking $2,400 in coats from the North Face outlet store.
By Emilie Raguso May 26, 2026
Emilie Raguso honored as Daily Cal 'Friend of the Year'

Emilie Raguso honored as Daily Cal 'Friend of the Year'

Listen to speeches from the event and learn how to support student journalism.
By Editor's desk May 25, 2026
Berkeley stabbing sends man to hospital, 1 arrested

Berkeley stabbing sends man to hospital, 1 arrested

Suspect James Jones was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon, police said.
By Emilie Raguso May 23, 2026
How will Berkeley budget cuts affect Berkeley Fire?

How will Berkeley budget cuts affect Berkeley Fire?

The worst impacts have been staved off for now, but CERT and the city's new Street Trauma Prevention program are still at risk.
By Guest Contributor May 21, 2026

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