Berkeley Voter Guide 2026: What's On The Ballot, Voting & More

From where to cast an early ballot to deciding on local and statewide candidates — here’s your Berkeley voter guide.

Berkeley Residents Push For City Council To Help Oppose Coal Terminal

The idea of establishing a coal transport base next to the Port of Oakland isn't new, and neither is the fight it caused in West Oakland.

Battle Over Longtime Berkeley Homeless Encampment Coming To A Head As Removal Notices Are Posted

The next chapter in the ongoing fight over Berkeley's Harrison Street homeless encampment is taking shape.

Drive To Double 'Soda Tax' To 2 Cents Will Be On Ballot After Procedural Vote By City Council

A citizen-led initiative triggering the measure was formally placed on the ballot by the City Council at its regular meeting Tuesday.

Real-Time Results: Berkeley Primary Election 2026

The polls are closed in Berkeley, and voters have had their say on the congressional race and who will face off for governor in November.

Election Day In Berkeley: What’s On The Ballot For June 2 Primary

The top-of-ticket contest has been plagued by scandal, partisan infighting, and a lack of clear frontrunners.

Berkeley Voter Guide: What's On The June 2 Ballot

The top-of-ticket contest has been plagued by scandal, partisan infighting, and a lack of clear frontrunners.

East Bay Could Get New Regional Park At Site Of Golden Gate Fields

"You can see the San Francisco skyline. It's just a beautiful place to walk," Albany resident Joy Kawaguchi said.

No Kings Protests Planned In Berkeley Saturday

The upcoming demonstrations come amid heightened political tensions.

Berkeley Adopts Policy Focused On Ethical, Human-Centered Use Of AI

The policy sets 10 principles for using AI in government operations, with an emphasis on transparency, accountability, and human oversight.

Berkeley City Council Weighs Increasing Landmark Requirements To Minimize Building Delays

The changes would raise the number of signatures required for a landmark petition from 50 to 200.

DOJ Vows To Investigate UC Berkeley Over Turning Point Protest

Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon said Tuesday that Berkley should expect to hear from her department "and more."

Final Stop Of Turning Point USA Tour Draws Protesters At UC Berkeley

One protester said attending the demonstration was an opportunity to stand up for people who are erased by Turning Point USA's rhetoric.

Cal Lecturer Suspends Hunger Strike In Support of Gaza: 'Difficult Decision'

"I take this action with a great sense of guilt, knowing that the people in Gaza do not have a choice to stop," he said online.

Berkeley's Cash-For-RV Program Helps Clear Encampment, Offers Model For Homeless Solutions

"The program chose me, I won't say I chose the program, they came around, they had a plan, and I needed change," said Mike Jones.

East Bay Nabs Millions In Federal Grants

Congressmember Simon Lateefah announced that the East Bay will receive over $45 million in federal funding.

Berkeley's Minimum Wage Is Going Up On July 1

Minimum wage hikes will hit 10 CA communities July 1, with new rates for hotel, airport and fast-food workers in some areas.

Berkeley Homeless Encampment Cleared In Surprise Sweep

The sweep began about 6:00 in the morning, and the people living in the encampment said it came as a complete surprise to them.

As University Funding Is Slashed, Gavin Newsom Wants More Tax Credits For Hollywood

The governor's latest budget proposal lays out deep cuts to public universities. More tax credits for Hollywood studios advance.

Rate Hike Pain: Berkeley Residents Brace For New Increases

East Bay MUD is seeking rate hikes for both drinking water and wastewater. What it will cost you.

Californians Think Newsom’s Priority Is Running For President

New poll: Newsom more focused on political future "...than governing the state and helping to solve its problems."

Water Deliveries Increase, Reflecting Wet Winter

Allocations range from 50 to 100 percent, depending on the state or federal agency. See what's happening in NorCal.

Councilman Proposing More Defensible Space For Berkeley Hills Homes

Bert Monroy, whose home is located within the proposed limits, would have to remove virtually all of the plants in his garden.

Achieving The ‘Abundance Agenda' In California Will Require More Than Just Efficiency

California’s leaders should embrace the abundance framework to solve our scarcity problem — it requires investing in people.

RealPage Sues Berkeley City Officials Over Rental Algorithm Ban

Berkeley's decision followed moves by cities around the country, including San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose and Philadelphia.

Berkeley Nonprofit Sues Over Funding For Undocumented

The law firm and 10 other Help unaccompanied foreign-born minors who arrived in the United States without parents or caregivers.

Berkeley City Council Takes Action Against Rent Pricing Technology

The council claims the tech is driving up rental costs.

$2.2 Million Allocated To Protect Immigrants And Refugees

The money is on top of $1.3 million the Alameda County Board of Supervisors approved in February.

Union Sues Over Homeless Sweeps

Berkeley posted a notice that said officials had visited the site and found "significant health and safety hazards."

Small Claims Court Streamlines Use For Berkeley Residents

Claimants may now submit evidence electronically.

Mental Health Clinicians Struggle To Help Immigrants

"We're not equipped for this. We're not lawyers."

Berkeley Wants Residents To Prepare For Disaster

The city is offering free classes to learn practical skills that can be put into action during and after disasters.

Amnesty Program Opens For Unpermitted ADUs In Berkeley

Getting units up to housing code will improve the likelihood that insurance will cover damages.

Berkeley Leads The Way In Housing Reforms: Commentary

"It’s time for Democrats to get real on housing."

Berkeley Workers To Vote On New Contract This Week

The City of Berkeley gave union workers a 14.5 percent pay raise and 2 new paid holidays.

Former Warriors Exec Bob Myers Appointed To UC Board Of Regents

UC board chair Janet Reilly and UC president Michael Drake welcomed Myers as UC's newest regent in a statement Thursday.

Adena Ishii Elected Mayor Of Berkeley

"The results of this race are clear: Adena Ishii has been chosen by the people of Berkeley to be your next Mayor."

UC Faces Half-Billion-Dollar Budget Shortfall And Increases Tuition For New Nonresident Students

The University of California anticipates more than a $500 million budget gap next summer.

Tenants Union Accuses Property Owners Of Violating Campaign Laws

The Berkeley union is filing a complaint against a landlord group over its initiative practices and campaign funding.

New Mayor, Tax Hikes, DA Recall: Berkeley Election Results

Voters have had their say on Berkeley tax hikes, rent control, a new mayor, recalling the district attorney, and more local races.