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WEB2 days ago · Berkeleyside’s approach to public safety reporting. Our goal is to keep the Berkeley community informed of incidents that may impact their safety while focusing on explanatory and accountability reporting. Berkeleyside is the leading local news source for breaking news, public safety, politics, food, real estate and development, education and ...
Election 2024: Who should lead Berkeley City Council District 3
WEB9 hours ago · Two challengers disagree — and chart different courses for the direction South Berkeley should move instead. “It’s definitely time for a change,” said Deborah Matthews, a realtor who has twice run unsuccessfully for the District 3 seat against Bartlett.. Matthews calls for Berkeley to invest more in its police department and pursue housing policies that help homeowners build on their ...
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WEBADA lawsuit against Berkeley settles with new rules for meeting access. Three disability commissioners, each living with a disability, accused Berkeley — long a flag-bearer for disability rights — of violating landmark federal disability laws. The City Council agreed to add new meeting access policies, ending the lawsuit.
Berkeley City Council District 6: Who's running, where they stand
WEB2 days ago · by Nico Savidge Oct. 1, 2024, 4:36 p.m. Brent Blackaby, left, and Andy Katz, right, are running to represent Berkeley City Council District 6 in the 2024 election. Credit: Submitted photos. The two candidates who want to represent the Berkeley Hills on the City Council take similar stances on a wide range of local issues.
28 fun things to do outdoors in Berkeley
WEBAug 30, 2024 · 📦 A trip to Codornices Park, located across the street from the Rose Garden (they’re connected via a tunnel), isn’t complete without descending the popular 40-foot concrete slide.Bring a flattened cardboard box to sit on to avoid scrapes. Open daily, 6 a.m.-10 p.m. FREE. 🪴The 34-acre UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley, established in 1890, features more than 10,000 types of plants ...
Plan for 2 electric ferries, Berkeley pier rebuild may cost $122M
WEBDec 23, 2021 · The city has chosen a concept called “the sword” as its preferred vision for a new Berkeley pier. Credit: City of Berkeley/Marcy Wong Donn Logan Architects The Berkeley Marina may one day be home to two electric ferries and a pier rebuilt in the shape of a sword — but exactly how the $122 million project will …
Local news site Berkeleyside marks 15 years of serving Berkeley
WEBSep 12, 2024 · In its 15 years, Berkeleyside has published nearly 25,000 stories. Not many independent local news organizations have reached their 15th birthday. Berkeleyside’s community of readers and supporters are an important part of its success. by Berkeleyside staff Sept. 12, 2024, 1:58 p.m.
About Berkeleyside
WEBBerkeleyside is a pioneering nonprofit digital news platform in Berkeley, California, reporting on Berkeley and the East Bay.It was founded in October 2009 by journalists Frances Dinkelspiel, Tracey Taylor and Lance Knobel.In collaboration with new partners and leaders, they launched the Cityside Journalism Initiative to bring more great local journalism to the Bay Area.
Coronavirus — Berkeleyside
WEBJun 27, 2022 · Berkeley Unified loosens COVID-19 guidelines further. In line with new state guidelines, students exposed to the virus no longer need to test or mask, and it’s easier for students still testing positive to return to class. by Ally Markovich January 18, 2024.
Berkeley's Peace and Justice commission calls for cease-fire in Gaza
WEB2 days ago · About 200 people attended a Peace and Justice Commission meeting on Monday night at the North Berkeley Senior Center. Credit: Iris Kwok. Berkeley’s Peace and Justice Commission narrowly voted to pass a resolution calling for a cease-fire in Gaza in front of a packed crowd Monday night, joining the Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board in calling for an end to the war.