Female pedestrian, 95, critical after Berkeley crash
An elderly woman was knocked unconscious Monday night when a driver struck her in a Berkeley crosswalk, according to early reports. The crash took place just before 5:15 p.m. at…
Berkeley woman critical after fire at senior living complex
A woman in her 80s was taken to Highland Hospital in critical condition after a fire in her apartment Sunday night, authorities report. The woman's dog managed to escape injury…
Robbery suspect escapes amid Berkeley police search
Berkeley police seized a robbery suspect's vehicle at a local gas station Saturday evening but the suspect himself got away, authorities report. The incident began with a Flock license plate…
What happened in Berkeley crime and safety in 2025?
Most serious crime in Berkeley was down significantly in 2025, according to preliminary data from the Berkeley Police Department. It was the second year crime reports plummeted following an unusual spike…
Berkeley REI has reopened, building is safe, company says
Berkeley REI is back in business just in time for last-minute holiday shopping. "A structural engineer has completed an evaluation and confirmed the building is safe for occupancy," REI Co-op…
Suisun man charged with gun crime after Berkeley police stop
A 38-year-old Suisun City man has been charged with possession of a "ghost gun" after getting pulled over in Berkeley last week, police report. Rencis Jacob was also charged with…
Abandoned building catches fire in northwest Berkeley
Authorities have asked community members to avoid Gilman Street at Second Street due to a building that caught fire shortly before 4 a.m. The Scanner has asked the Berkeley Fire…
Berkeley woman threatened at knifepoint while calling 911
A Berkeley woman who called 911 during an armed conflict in the street Monday became a target of crime herself, authorities said. The incident began shortly after 1 p.m. when…
Rape at Berkeley Way housing complex under investigation
Police arrested a man Sunday in downtown Berkeley in connection with a report of rape at a large affordable and supportive housing complex. Authorities identified the suspect as Charles Bridges,…
Robbery during used car sale led to chaotic police call
The victim in a recent hit-and-run call in Berkeley turned out to be the suspect in a robbery involving a stolen car, authorities report. Days later, many of the details…