Prefab housing complex for UC Berkeley students goes up in four days
A four-story apartment building destined to house grad students went up in four days in July, including beds, sinks, sofas, and stoves. It is slated to open this month.
Co-housing project for South Berkeley voted down by zoning board
A much-revised proposal for 3000 Shattuck Ave., which features dorm-like larger units, was rejected by ZAB on June 28 — its third time before the board.
Ash from Yolo County fire dusts East Bay, prompting officials to warn of health risks
Ash from a wildfire is creating hazy skies and a dusting of ash on cars, decks, and yards. Air quality officials advise that people stay indoors and shut their windows.
Could third review be the charm for this South Berkeley co-living project?
Like other large development proposals in Berkeley, this unusual dorm-like co-living project is testing opinions on what’s needed to best solve the city’s housing crisis.
Proposed addition on Berkeley’s historic Greenwood Common fuels controversy
The owners of a 1950s home on the landmarked North Berkeley common want to build a partial second-story using the original architect's plans.
New home for a Sufi meditation, cultural center in South Berkeley
The old Looking Glass Photo building will be home to a Berkeley location for the MTO Center, an international nonprofit organization that centers on teaching Sufi meditation.
Group tries to landmark Golden Gate views from UC Berkeley
After being defeated two years ago, a group of Berkeley residents is trying once more to landmark the view from the base of Cal's Campanile.
Did property owners group violate election laws? Hearing has been set
Berkeley's watchdog campaign committee will hold a hearing to see if a property owners group violated election filing laws in 2016.
City and students collaborate to address fire safety at Cal parties
In recent months, the city and campus community have worked together to improve fire safety in large group homes, in particular, before special events or parties.
Berkeley Type-In draws tickled typewriter fans, and teases new documentary
A new documentary about California Typewriter, a store on San Pablo Avenue, opens Friday. To celebrate that and typewriters, in general, the store held a typing gathering.
Berkeley firefighters on back-to-back hurricane disaster work
A group of Berkeley firefighters are among those assisting with the rescue and cleanup efforts post-Hurricane Irma.
Plans for artificial turf at woodsy John Hinkel Park spark debate
The North Berkeley park has a natural feel. Some neighbors fear that will be impacted if Berkeley installs a patch of artificial grass for a swing set.
