The man accusing a BPD sergeant of a racist attack in July 2022 filed a claim notice in January of this year with the city of Berkeley. It is unclear who, if anyone, knew about the allegations before then. The city’s own civilian police watchdog agency didn’t hear about it until Tuesday.
September 8, 2023
Posted inCity
Most BART train lines will run more often starting next week
The transit system will run on a new schedule starting Sept. 11 with the goal of decreasing wait times for riders but fares will soon increase.
Posted inCommunity
COVID booster coming in 1-2 weeks amid new, but less ‘scary,’ variant
Here’s what you need to know about variants, who should vaccinate, testing, masking and when shots for RSV and influenza will be available.
Posted inCity
Gov. Newsom signs bill that could ease UC Berkeley’s path to building on People’s Park
The case for student housing at the park is still moving through the state Supreme Court, but Cal will ask the court to consider the new law.
Posted inSchools
Cal’s once-unthinkable move to the ACC means a pay cut and a life raft
Cal avoided disaster by finding a new home in the ACC, but the move could further strain UC Berkeley’s budget.
Posted inNosh Features
What is Crixa Cakes’ recipe for success after 25 years? It starts with perseverance
The artisanal bakery has built a loyal customer base, weathered the pandemic and supply chain woes. What’s next for owners Elizabeth Kloian and Zoltan Der?
Posted inNosh
All the restaurants that closed in August
A compilation of restaurants that closed in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond in August 2023.
Posted inArts
Never-before-seen photos of post-war Berlin and Jerusalem after the Six-Day War are on view in downtown Berkeley
The renowned Russian-Jewish photographer Roman Vishniac’s poignant photos are on view at the Magnes Collection.
