Housing-and-hotel combo among new buildings proposed in South Berkeley
Local developers have set their eyes on South Berkeley and put forward their vision for at least two new buildings where Walgreens and True Value now operate.
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The It List: Five things to do this weekend, Feb. 15-16
There’s a wealth of choice this weekend.
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Popoca brings chef Anthony Salguero’s California-Salvadoran vision to light
The chef’s hearty and uncommon Salvadoran fare awaits diners at Classic Cars West beer garden in Uptown Oakland.
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Superintendent, principal respond to Berkeley High students’ sexual assault protests
In messages emailed to families, Brent Stephens and Erin Schweng tried to convey that they’re taking action in response to days of unrest and student demands.
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Council votes to launch nightly RV parking program in some municipal lots
The city of Berkeley is moving ahead with a plan to grant three-month renewable permits to 25 RV dwellers so they can stay overnight at certain municipal parking lots once the program is up and running.
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Berkeleyside is expanding: Hiring for 9 journalism and 4 business jobs
At a time when many local newspapers and digital news sites across the country are closing or shrinking, Berkeleyside is thrilled to announce that we are expanding.
Schools
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Protesters interrupt an open house on building student dorms at People’s Park
A meeting to gather input on Cal’s plans to create up to 1,200 beds for students at the Southside park drew some curious community members, a few students and also protesters who oppose construction on the historic site.
City
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Some Berkeley 2020 races are already bringing in big bucks
Campaign finance reports show 2020 races for mayor, City Council and more are heating up. Plus, there are three school measures on the March primary ballot.
Crime & Safety
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El Sobrante horse trainer charged with sexual assault near Golden Gate Fields
An El Sobrante man was charged this week with sexually assaulting an unconscious woman last year near the Golden Gate Fields racetrack where he worked, authorities report.
Real Estate
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KPFA’s building in Berkeley set to be auctioned off for non-payment of taxes
The progressive radio station has not paid property taxes since December 2013 and owes $486,751. The Pacifica Foundation, which owns the station, is not revealing whether it has a rescue plan.
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Arts
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Berkeley Law puts Shylock in the docks
Everyone needs a good lawyer. But Shylock, one of Shakespeare’s most historically fraught villains, is a special case. On Sunday, Berkeley Law takes over the Freight to give the old usurer another shot at justice.
Business
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Bites: Arizmendi Emeryville is back; the latest update on Smokehouse in Berkeley
Catch up on the latest East Bay food news and events.
Community
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The many fashion-forward hats of Myra Melford
From the stage to the classroom to the Cal Performances offices, the composer, bandleader and educator brings a bracing shot of improvisational energy to Berkeley.
The Berkeley Wire: 02.14.20
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