It took 20 months, but Berkeley has picked its new police chief
Jen Louis has served as interim police chief since March 2021. A City Council vote to make the decision final is set for Nov. 15.
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Berkeley police use Narcan to revive unresponsive man
At one point, the man was able to say he had taken fentanyl. Police talked to him, urging him to stay awake, and rubbed his body to keep him breathing.
Berkeley police staffing at historic low, officers say
Police in Berkeley say they are feeling the impacts of the staffing crunch.
Resource Guide: Where to find Berkeley police data online
Berkeley police data is online — but you need to know where to look.