Microsoft opens new office in Berkeley, a first for the East Bay
The company wanted space to consolidate the two artificial intelligence companies it purchased in 2019 — and to be close to UC Berkeley.
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UC Berkeley budget director arrested after child porn investigation
A Berkeley man who oversees Cal’s operating budget was arrested in connection with a child pornography investigation by BPD, according to authorities and records online.
Opinion: Building housing on People’s Park, the heart of Berkeley, will destroy its soul
Berkeley officials and the visitors’ bureau revere the city’s history of protest and free speech but aren’t willing to fight to save People’s Park.
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Opinion: The University of California is free to lie — the 28th anniversary of its notorious SLAPP suit
The university filed the suit against people protesting the construction of volleyball courts in People’s Park. For that and other reasons, Berkeley should work to keep the city’s most famous landmark an open space.
Group aims to ‘green’ South Berkeley by transforming old railroad right-of-way
Instead of empty lots, the land could include elongated greenspace, walking paths, dog parks, play areas and community gardens.
Former Cal football player charged with 2 felonies after reported attack on cop
A former linebacker with the UC Berkeley football team was charged with two felonies Wednesday after he reportedly attacked a Berkeley police officer over the weekend, according to court papers.
Update: Former Cal football player arrested after attack on police officer
Police arrested a former Cal football player over the weekend after he reportedly flagged down a police officer, tried to grab his gun during a struggle and attempted to take his patrol vehicle, authorities report.
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Opinion: Using ‘free speech’ to stop others’ free speech is not saving democracy
It is outrageous that UC Berkeley students cannot go and listen to someone like Ann Coulter without fear of being intimidated and attacked.
UC Police report multiple arrests related to Ann Coulter appearance on campus
Protesters were demonstrating a talk by right-wing pundit Ann Coulter at UC Berkeley.
Update: Most of city may not lose power; red flag warning still means fire danger
Staff says “almost all” of the affected addresses provided by PG&E to the city appear to be outside city limits. But Berkeley Hills residents should still be ready to evacuate with a red flag warning in effect.
Update: Richmond police pursuit through Berkeley ends in arrest
Multiple police cars with sirens blaring tore up University Avenue around 9:50 a.m. Thursday.
Berkeley residents with disabilities say their needs ‘not built into’ PG&E shutoff policy
Frustrated with the official handling, some people in the disability community organized their own emergency response efforts during recent blackouts.
