Day: April 1, 2026

Recently, we asked Scanner readers if we should open comments to all registered subscribers. Nearly 60% said yes. After reviewing your feedback carefully, we're moving forward with a one-month "open…

A plan is afoot to buy Golden Gate Fields, the sprawling former horse racing track on the Berkeley-Albany border, and turn it into a park. Officials announced the effort Tuesday,…

A fire in two West Berkeley apartment buildings early Tuesday morning left 10 families without shelter, authorities said. One of the residents said he woke to the sound of shouting…

A man police say grabbed a UC Berkeley student on campus earlier this month is heading for trial. On March 14, officers were dispatched shortly after 8 p.m. to investigate…