Update: Pedestrian dies after Berkeley car crash
The man who was killed was a 78-year-old Berkeley resident. The driver was a 79-year-old Berkeley woman. It was the fourth traffic fatality this year.
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3 displaced by 2-alarm house fire in South Berkeley
Callers reported "lots of flames and black smoke" on the second floor. Arriving officers saw 10- to 15-foot flames.
Red Flag Warning: Increased fire risk in Berkeley Hills and flats
The greatest risk in Berkeley is expected from Tuesday afternoon to Wednesday morning. Parts of Alameda County may see planned outages.
Extreme fire weather: Berkeley says some should evacuate
The city recommends that residents in fire zones 2 and 3 leave the Berkeley Hills before 8 p.m. Friday through Saturday at 7 a.m.
Red Flag Warning in Berkeley from Thursday to Saturday
The National Weather Service forecasts "critical fire weather conditions" from Thursday night into Saturday evening. Here's what you need to know.
Body found in Berkeley Hills ravine near Codornices Park
Firefighters quickly determined that it was a coroner's case requiring a body recovery from the ravine.
Driver hits man on mobility scooter in Berkeley crosswalk
BPD's Fatal Accident Investigation Team, which handles serious crashes as well as fatal ones, was dispatched to the scene.