Berkeley-Area Unemployment Rate Improved In July: Feds

The Alameda County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.

City Of Berkeley: September 4 - Upcoming Event Reminder, Cal Football Game, Parking Restrictions In Place

Vehicles will be towed to a temporary lot, located at Fulton Street and Bancroft Way (West of Edwards Stadium).

City Of Berkeley: Artists, Cultural Workers Sought For Survey About Affordable Housing Needs

Survey Must Be Completed By Sept. 23

City Of Berkeley: Bay Area Health Officers Reaffirm Support For Full In-Person School

While children can get COVID-19, severe disease among kids is uncommon and deaths are exceedingly rare.

City Of Berkeley: Suspect Charged After “Hacking” Teenage Victims Account's For Photos

On the evening of August 23rd, officers arrested the suspect in Berkeley.

City Of Berkeley: Attempted Robbery Reported In The South Campus

When the vehicle stopped in front of the women, three suspects got out of the vehicle and quickly approached the women.

Berkeley Public Health Recommends Third Dose Of Covid-19 Vaccine For Individuals With Moderately To Severely Compromised Immune Systems

This recommendation and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) only applies to mRNA COVID-19 vaccines.

City Of Berkeley: Drop Off Vote-By-Mail Ballots 24 Hours A Day At One Of 6 Secure Drop Boxes In Berkeley For The Sept. 14 Election

For the September 14 recall election, all registered voters are receiving a vote-by-mail ballot.

City Of Berkeley: Investigation Continues Into The Recent Collision On San Pablo Avenue

The pedestrian (a 59-year-old man) was transported to a local trauma hospital and is in critical, but stable condition.

City Of Berkeley: $50K Reward Offered In The Unsolved Murder Of Alex Goodwin Jr.

Berkeley, California (Thursday, August 19, 2021) - August 19th marks the five-year anniversary of the murder of Alex Goodwin Jr.

City Of Berkeley: Fire Weather And Power Shutoff To Affect Areas Around Berkeley

Red Flag Weather Not Expected In Berkeley Hills

City Of Berkeley: Outdoor Movie At Ohlone Park On Aug. 20: Lady And The Tramp

Enjoy All The Fun Of A Drive-In Movie At Your Local Park

City Of Berkeley: Apply For Housing Down Payment Assistance Before Aug 30

Borrow Up To $210,000 To Buy A Home In Alameda County

City Of Berkeley: Fall Back To School Traffic Safety

Berkeley, California (Monday, August 16, 2021) - Berkeley Schools are beginning to return to in-person instruction.

City Of Berkeley: Learn Your Evacuation Zone To Act Quickly On Evacuation Warnings, Orders

Every Household Should Be Signed Up For AC Alerts

City Of Berkeley: Free Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off In Oakland: Sunday Aug. 15

Untended chemicals can pose a danger to people, animals and your property. Take advantage of this opportunity close to home.

City Of Berkeley: Keep Berkeley Clean As Cal Students Move In

Avoid Illegal Dumping Fines Of Up To $1,000 During This Fall Move In

City Of Berkeley: Employers Should Encourage, Use All Tools Available To Have Employees Vaccinated

"Vaccines are already keeping workers, patrons and visitors safer and lowering the risk of outbreaks," said Dr. Lisa Hernandez

City Of Berkeley: Suspect Arrested For A Hate Crime

The suspect (a 37-year-old man) was arrested on suspicion of willfully threatening a person based on their perceived characteristics.

City Of Berkeley: Tools, Workshops To Help You Make A Fire Weather Plan

Use Workshops On Aug. 10, 18 Or 26 To Fine-Tune Your Plan

Berkeley PD Receives Grant To Fight Alcohol-Related Harm

The grants strengthen local law enforcement efforts by combining the talents of local police officers and ABC agents.

City Of Berkeley: Outdoor Movie at James Kenney Park On Aug. 6: Smallfoot

The film will be shown on a large portable 20'x12' inflatable movie screen with premium audio visual movie equipment for outdoor cinemas.

Berkeley-Area Unemployment Rate Worsened In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Prepare Now For Fire Season: Berkeley Fire Department Recommends Hills Residents Plan To Stay Elsewhere During “Extreme Fire Weather”

Severe fire weather conditions are now more common and as a result, so are catastrophic wind-driven fires.

City Of Berkeley: National Night Out Is Tonight, August 3! Meet Neighbors, Build Community!

This remains an active investigation and therefore there are some details we are unable to share at this time.

City Of Berkeley: National Night Out Is Tonight, August 3! Meet Neighbors, Build Community!

Help Berkeley build a stronger, more resilient community

City Of Berkeley: Outdoor Movie At Grove Park On Aug. 6: Smallfoot

Enjoy This Summer Movies Series At Your Local Park

Bay Area Health Officials Urge Immediate Vaccination & Issue Orders Requiring Use Of Face Coverings Indoors To Prevent The Spread Of COVID19

"Adding a face covering when indoors with others, gives us all an easy, familiar and powerful tool."

Alameda County Coronavirus Transmission 'High': CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Berkeley residents.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Alameda County

A new analysis found more than 6 million nationwide are behind on rent, owing a total of $23 billion.

Berkeley: As Schools Reopen For In-Person Learning, BPD Encourages Drivers, Parents, And Student To “Go Safely”

Drivers should do their best to avoid blocking the crosswalk when making a right-hand turn.

City Of Berkeley: Fatal Collision In The Area Of Ashby Avenue And Newbury Street

Despite life-saving measures taken at the hospital, one of the women (a woman in her 50’s) passed away.

City Of Berkeley: Suspect Arrested After Missing Teen Was Located At His Residence

During the investigation, detectives learned that their daughter was possibly with a 25-year-old man in the City of Stockton.

Berkeley: July 23 Outdoor Movie At Grove Park: Akeelah And The Bee - Enjoy This Free Movie At Your Local Park

Our summer of free Friday night movies in Berkeley parks continues this week with a showing of Akeelah and the Bee at Grove Park.

Berkeley City Offices Expanding Hours Starting July 19 Wear A Mask When You Come, And Stay Home If Sick

Make an appointment when possible, especially if you are looking to meet someone specific.

Unemployment Rate Improves In Berkeley Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Alameda County is lower than the California average.

New Police Accountability Board Has Greater Powers To Investigate Misconduct In City Of Berkeley

People seeking to file a complaint about Berkeley Police misconduct or a commendation for good actions.

Help Shape The Future Of Berkeley's Council Districts

'Join us July 10 as we kick off the once-a-decade process of redrawing Berkeley's City Council district boundaries.'

Berkeley Sales Tax Hike Takes Effect

Cities across Alameda County saw sales tax rates increase Thursday. Here's what you need to know about the tax hike.

Berkeley City Council Approves $673M Budget

The budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year goes into effect July 1.