Man tied to New York roof repair scams busted again in Berkeley
Terry McDonagh failed to appear in court after being released on his own recognizance. He is now wanted on a bench warrant, police said.
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Pamela Price recall update: Signature count still underway
If the group falls short of valid signatures, it will have 10 days to make up the difference, the recall campaign said Friday.
Attempted murder case nears end with poisoning plea deal
The victim used a spy camera in her office to catch David Xu in the act, police said when he was arrested in 2019.
Berkeley man charged with sex crimes against teenage girl
AC Transit surveillance footage corroborated the girl's account of what happened, according to Berkeley police.
Berkeley police catch 'prolific' North Face retail theft suspect
Maljanae Williams was part of an "organized retail theft crew" in San Francisco known as the Rainbow Crew, according to BPD.
Judge denies DA motion to reduce charges in murder case
The prosecutor asked to reduce the charges "per the instructions I received from our administration."
Alameda County DA recused from fatal police shooting case
It's the second time this year that the Alameda County DA's office under Pamela Price has been recused from a case.