Homeless encampments

Berkeley police investigate encampment arson report

One witness said a man in his 30s threw a burning object into an occupied SUV before leaving the area, police said over the radio.

Unprovoked attack at Berkeley homeless camp: Charges filed

Police say the victim was walking by when Ruby Valdez came out of her tent, threw plywood at her and pulled her to the ground by her hair.

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 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.

City says Civic Center Park encampment has its attention

Staffers say they're working to get up to speed and added that, if the city finds grounds to take action, it will likely face another lawsuit.

Homeless camp poses 'clear and present danger' to BHS: Op-ed

"Unhoused people deserve to be treated with dignity and care, and children deserve to be safe," the authors say: Both are true.

Berkeley sexual battery suspect released, may get diversion

Berkeley PD's Bike Patrol picked up Audrey Barlow last week just a day after a teenager said he slapped her buttocks on her way to school.