Berkeley shootings in 2026: The definitive gunfire map
The Berkeley Scanner has created a comprehensive interactive gunfire map so you can stay informed about shootings in the city and in your neighborhood. As of Jan. 10, Berkeley has…
Berkeley police to hold forum on drones, cameras, ALPRs
Berkeley police are holding a community conversation next week on their use of "public safety technology" — and what they hope will be more of it. In recent months, the Berkeley…
Berkeley man, 76, crashes into tree on Marin Avenue
A man was taken to the hospital Wednesday night after crashing into a tree on a steep section of Marin Avenue in the Berkeley Hills. The crash report came in…
Catalytic converter theft is having a moment in Berkeley
Just one week into 2026, Berkeley has already had at least nine catalytic converter thefts, according to police and community reports. The spike comes after a decrease last year that…
Man dies 1 month after scooter crash on UC Berkeley campus
A local father who lost control of his electric scooter while riding through the UC Berkeley campus in December has died, authorities report. Kenneth Wade, a 59-year-old Berkeley resident, died…
Resident threatened at gunpoint during catalytic converter theft
Catalytic converter thieves brandished a gun at a Berkeley resident early Monday morning on Tremont Street, authorities report. The incident happened at Essex and Tremont streets at about 2:20 a.m.,…
Berkeley Cotopaxi closed after drive-through burglary
A burglary crew in a pickup truck rammed its way into the Berkeley Cotopaxi on Fourth Street early Monday morning and stole more than $20,000 in merchandise, authorities report. Limited…
2 arrested with drugs, cash after Flock traffic stop in Berkeley
Berkeley police arrested two people Monday afternoon after getting a Flock alert about their wanted vehicle, authorities report. A reader who saw the arrest underway just south of the police…
City considers 10% budget cuts, with $29M deficit possible
With a potential budget deficit of $29 million looming, Berkeley leaders are looking at how to cut General Fund spending by 10% across the board. In the coming months, departments…
Learn skills to help Berkeley get through disasters
Note: This post originally appeared on the city of Berkeley website and has been reprinted with minor edits. Take emergency preparedness classes with fellow Berkeleyans to learn practical skills you can use…