Crime

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.

Photolab holds 'break-in sale' after crash-and-grab burglary

"I was very determined not to let this get us down," manager Melissa Smith said Tuesday in an exclusive interview.

Update: Former Berkeley gang member arrested after chase

Neighbors heard "a large boom that shook their house and found a two- to three-car pileup with multiple officers responding," one man said.