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.

CA Property Sells For $10 Despite Being Valued At $900K — But There's A Catch

The plan is to use the land for affordable housing, according to KQED.

Convicted Georgia Murderer Found In East Bay After Skipping BART Fare: Officials

The man was convicted in Georgia of killing a transgender woman, according to a Georgia news site.

Horse Trainer Accused Of Sexually Abusing 14-Year-Old At East Bay Stables: Report

The 37-year-old trainer is facing 21 felony charges, including possessing child pornography, according to an East Bay Times report.

4 Berkeley Businesses Make 'Best Of The East Bay' List

See which Berkeley businesses Diablo Magazine readers voted the best in the region.

Fake Homeless Encampment| Cat Survives Harrowing Journey | Arrest Made In Racist Bomb Threats: Patch PM

Deputy Accused Of Groping Inmate | FBI Impersonator Scams Woman | Child Murder Case Finally Closed | Fire Prompts Countywide Evacuation

Cherished Berkeley High School Basketball Coach Dies

"His influence will continue to live on," Berkeley Unified School District officials said.

Coast Guard Suspends Search For Missing East Bay Canoer

"The decision to suspend a search is never an easy one," a search and rescue mission coordinator said.

Attempted Rape Suspect Cornered And Attacked Woman On Berkeley Elevator: Police

The 40-year-old was charged Tuesday with several crimes.

Berkeley Police Cracks Down On Speeding Drivers

"Slowing down is a simple, effective way to prevent tragedies on our roads," police said.

Gunman Abducts Woman During Violent Kidnapping Investigation In East Bay

Police say an armed suspect pistol-whipped a woman, forced her into a sedan, and drove away from East Oakland.

Man Suspected Of Driving Into Crowd Faces Attempted Murder Charges Today In Alameda County Court

Suspect charged in Oakland First Fridays vehicle attack is set to be arraigned after prosecutors say seven pedestrians were injured.

Squatters Battle Family For Slain UC Berkeley Professor's Home: Report

Family says alleged squatters remain in slain UC Berkeley professor's Berkeley home as eviction case drags through court.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Berkeley For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Berkeley.

July 4th Road Closures In Berkeley. What To Know

City officials say the closures are to help keep Berkeley safe.

3 Arrested After Fireworks Investigation Leads Berkeley Officers To Ghost Gun

Police took the arrest as an opportunity to remind people that fireworks are illegal in Berkeley.

Nancy Pelosi Will Teach At UC Berkeley After Retiring From Congress

UC Berkeley announced the congresswoman would establish the Nancy Pelosi Institute for Representative Democracy after her retirement.

'Betrayal Of Trust': Ex-Berkeley Teacher Gets Prison For Sexually Abusing Student

Prosecutors say the teacher exploited his position to commit the crimes

Vigil Tonight As New Clues Emerge In Search For Amy Hillyard, Farley's Coffee Owner

New evidence prompts a fresh search as community marks three months since Amy Hillyard vanished.

2 Historic Bay Area Ice Cream Shops Ranked Among Most Popular In Nation: Yelp

"One thing is clear: When it comes to ice cream, people have opinions," according to Yelp.

UC Berkeley Student Killed In Crash On Bay Area Interstate: CHP

Friends remembered the 35-year-old mother as a first-generation college student dedicated to helping others.

Petting Zoos, Sport Zones: Here's What The Berkeley Community Carnival Has In Store

The event returns on July 1 at Grove Park.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Berkeley

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Berkeley.

Prominent Bay Area Cartoonist Secretly Recorded Guests In Bathroom At Berkeley Party: Police

He was arrested earlier this month at his home, according to a report by the Berkeley Scanner, which cited court records.

'An Unimaginable Void': Community Mourns UC Berkeley Scholar Killed In Crash

"She was the sweetest, most loving, and caring soul, always ready to offer a helping hand to anyone in need," her friend said.

Weed Dealer Accused Of Raping Berkeley High Student Trying To Buy From Him: Report

The Vallejo man has been charged with sexual abuse, according to an East Bay Times report.

Body Found At Bay Area Landfill Facility Identified As Missing Man

On June 2, San Leandro police said they responded to the waste management facility at 2615 Davis Street for a report of a body.

Berkeley Council Seeks Sales Tax Increase Matching Highest In Bay Area

The proposed 0.5% increase would align Berkeley with most of Alameda County, including Oakland.

Beachgoer Who Died After Being Swept Out To Sea Identified As Berkeley Student: Report

They were swept into the water near Panther Beach in Santa Cruz, according to an ABC7 report.

Child Molester Who Staged Their Suicide Before Sentencing Found After 10 Months: Sheriff

A jury convicted Carl Cacconie in July 2025 of six counts of committing lewd acts upon a child under the age of 14.

Watch: Rapper Icon E-40 Co-Owned Restaurant Hit By Burglars Before FIFA World Cup Watch Parties

Thieves steal equipment, food, and merchandise from The Lumpia Company, disrupting plans for FIFA World Cup watch parties and events.

Child Sexually Assaulted During Summer Camp At UC Berkeley: Report

The child was staying overnight in a university dorm when they were sexually assaulted, according to a Berkeley Scanner report.

Suspect In Custody After Attempted Sexual Assault On UC Berkeley Campus

The attempted sexual assault allegedly occurred in a residence hall and was reported to police at 2 a.m.

Oakland Athletic Club Reopens Under New Ownership 4 Months After Closing

On Thursday night, a business that closed four months ago, reopened its doors.

Animal Shelter Arson Suspect Arrested In Berkeley

Police arrest Berkeley man after investigators link him to animal shelter fire and alleged animal cruelty offenses.

Berkeley Resident Dies From Rare Rat-Borne Disease: Officials

Another person who contracted the disease recovered after a lengthy hospital stay, city officials said.

Dangerous Wildfire Conditions Prompt Warning For East Bay Hills, Power Shutoffs Possible

Strong winds, low humidity prompted a Red Flag Warning for East Bay Hills, raising concerns about rapid wildfire spread and power outages.

Free Summer Movie Nights In Berkeley Return Friday

The series runs through August at parks across the city.

Why Google Wants To Release 32M Mosquitoes Across CA

The project is part of the tech giant’s Debug program that aims to eliminate a deadly threat invading the Golden State.

Man Accused Of Killing Girlfriend At Berkeley Apartments

The woman was found dead in her apartment in the 1900 block of California Street on Saturday, authorities said.