Emilie Raguso has covered Berkeley crime for more than a decade. She was senior news editor at Berkeleyside, and launched and ran Albany Patch. In 2017, she was SPJ NorCal's journalist of the year.
Female burglars caught in the act claim to be house cleaners
Community members say the pair has been linked to other recent crimes and may be targeting Asian households. Police are investigating.
Berkeley officials condemn recent anti-Muslim hate crime
On Monday, dozens of local activists held a vigil against hate to speak out about Islamophobia.
Charges filed after Dream Fluff Donuts armed takeover robbery
Authorities say Jacob Hellman and four other people robbed the cashier at Dream Fluff Donuts in Berkeley one morning in November.
BPD: Homeless housing shooter had 'narco tunnel' under floor
Berkeley police say David Meier, who was prohibited from owning guns due to his criminal record, had ammunition and meth in his room.
Berkeley shootings in 2025: The definitive gunfire map
As of April 13, Berkeley has had six shootings in 2025, including one by police. Last year there were 14 shootings in the same period.
Berkeley gunfight suspects headed for court
One of the men said a car crash led to the shoot-out on Adeline Street, police said. No one was hurt but the neighborhood was rattled.
Berkeley High sexual battery suspect facing new charges
A judge had ordered Audrey Barlow to stay away from Berkeley High when she released him on his own recognizance last month.