The district has promised to stand against “all forms of hate” and keep students safe, but has resisted calls to take a side in the conflict or make curriculum changes.
November 3, 2023
Posted inCrime & Safety
Berkeley police release video of Albany Toyota service center shooting
Footage from inside the business and officers’ body cams shows the moment Berkeley police officers shot Lamar Walker, who they say had just killed his ex, Alonna Gallon.
Posted inCommunity
First-ever U.S. chess championship for women over 50 is happening in Berkeley
Spectators can watch for free as 12 of the country’s top older female chess players square off this weekend.
Posted inRestaurant Closures
Popular pop-ups Back Alley Burgers and Cod Damn both announce indefinite closures
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond.
Posted inArts
UC Berkeley’s student orchestra celebrates 100th anniversary this weekend
The UC Berkeley Symphony Orchestra’s director told us why law and physics students play in the orchestra and what’s in Chancellor Carol Christ’s will.
Posted inCity
AC Transit wants to change bus routes and schedules — and you can weigh in
Three options are on the table, each with different trade-offs in terms of new expanded routes, more frequent buses, or a combination of both.
