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Berkeley and Oakland now have two of the strongest emergency protections for residential renters and small businesses in California. City leaders say state and federal lawmakers need to catch up.
Last week’s fatal shooting in Berkeley began as a road rage incident on University Avenue, according to court papers released Friday shortly after charges were filed in the case in Alameda County Superior Court.
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted Berkeleyside like everyone else, but it’s also presenting us with an opportunity to innovate.
Streets and sidewalks have emptied out as Oakland mostly stays home, but local florists, mechanics and restaurants still have things to say.
After two weeks of takeout service, the longtime owners have shut down the restaurant, but they hope to eventually reopen and find a way to “make Saul’s strong again.”
What is an essential business? Can I take my kid to the park? Is the DMV open? Where can I get relief money? Answers to these and more of your frequently asked questions.
Some hospitals are using fabric masks over N95 masks as they can be removed and sanitized. Other agencies want them for their work with the elderly or the homeless.
As the pandemic continues, markets have been addressing new challenges to keep stores stocked, while maintaining safety for its customers and workers.
A tough, but necessary mandate to self-isolate has transformed a once bustling, active city into a quieter place, one that moves at a slower pace.
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