Berkeley freeway overpass response: 'Patient is safe'
Update: A person in crisis is being taken to the hospital after a large emergency response Monday on the University Avenue freeway overpass in Berkeley. "Patient is safe," first responders…
Bryn Walker designer, CEO identified in fatal shooting
Neighbors have identified the married couple found deceased outside their Oakland home on Panoramic Hill on Friday as Michelle and Bryan Walker. Without naming the victims Friday morning, Oakland police…
Fatal crash closes freeway lanes in Berkeley
A fatal crash on I-80 in Berkeley closed three lanes of the freeway Friday afternoon. The crash was reported just before 3:30 p.m. on I-80 West near University Avenue. A…
TBS turns 4 with record membership and $9K in gifts
This week, The Berkeley Scanner officially turned 4. We asked readers to celebrate with us, with the hope of raising at least $5,000 from 40 or more members. Good news:…
2 people shot on Panoramic Way in Oakland
Authorities have responded to Panoramic Hill after a man and woman were shot Friday morning, according to early reports. The incident took place in the 400 block of Panoramic Way…
Divided Berkeley council upholds police tear gas ban
Berkeley officials voted 5-4 Tuesday to uphold the city's ban on police use of tear gas, in place since 2020. Councilman Terry Taplin cast the decisive fifth vote, urging his…
Vegetation fire underway in Berkeley
The Berkeley Fire Department is responding to a quarter-acre vegetation fire in West Berkeley on Wednesday afternoon. According to the Watch Duty app, police have closed Frontage Road between Gilman…
A hotel, a spa, EV parking? New visions for Golden Gate Fields
A mini golf course, a swimming clubhouse, a wedding venue: Albany residents shared visions for the future of Golden Gate Fields on Monday night. Other ideas included a conference center,…
Four years of stories. Thanks to you.
Four years ago today, I launched The Berkeley Scanner. I’ve now spent 14 years covering Berkeley news. This past week, we've prioritized City Council Q&As to help you get informed…
Who is Berkeley City Council candidate Mark Humbert?
Name: Mark Humbert Age: 72 Occupation: Berkeley City Councilmember, Lawyer: ERISA, Taft-Hartley Trust, and employee benefits mediation and arbitration What office are you are running for? Berkeley City Council District…