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Berkeley police annual report: Violent crime rose 15% in 2023

Crime levels are "returning to or surpassing pre-pandemic levels," with increases across nearly all major violent and property crimes, BPD said.

Berkeley mayor forges coalition to take on rising East Bay crime

Jesse Arreguín, who convened the group, said it will meet quarterly and partner more closely to address public safety challenges.

State sends attorneys to help DA Pamela Price fight crime

Several people familiar with the Alameda County DA's office said they saw the move as a vote of no confidence in the leadership of DA Pamela Price.

Spring 2024 Election Guide for Berkeley and Alameda County

From the March 5 primary to the November general election, here are many of the key races you'll find on the ballot in 2024.

Berkeley police may get more surveillance cameras

"I heard loud and clear from my neighbors… they want to feel safe throughout the city that we all share," said Councilman Mark Humbert.

UPDATE: Kate Harrison resigns from Berkeley City Council

“I’ve had it with this place,” Harrison said, once she stepped off the dais. "These processes are broken." Watch video of the resignation here.

Halloween hit-and-run spurs traffic safety audit on Derby

"I just grabbed him up onto my body and just held him, screaming," the mother of the boy who was hit said Wednesday. The driver "never stopped."