The work will happen in phases in Berkeley and Albany. Caltrans said it will put up signs to direct pedestrians and motorists where and when sidewalks and parking will be affected.
March 2024
Flash-bangs, launchers: BPD brought out specialized gear less often in 2023, but used it more
The fluctuations took place as crime rates rose year-to-year and the department condensed its beat structure in the middle of 2023.
Oakland’s Cafe Noir is cooking up big things in a tight space
The French-style bistro with a “soulful twist” operates out of a small but busy kitchen that also handles catering and large-scale contracts.
Kids conquer obstacles at Richmond’s ‘ninja’ gym
Traverse Fitness offers classes and camps for kids, as well as training for adults.
Berkeley hires Vallejo official as new Public Works director
Terrance Davis, assistant city manager of Vallejo, will oversee a $189 million budget and over 350 employees who work on the city’s streets, sewers, pipes and infrastructure.
Gusty winds, thunderstorms possible in Berkeley this weekend
Wind gusts of up to 45 mph are possible in the Berkeley Hills on Friday
In-N-Out departs Oakland, Roya Afghan to close this weekend
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond.
Around Berkeley: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Bioneers conference, spring egg hunt
Other events include a low tide walk at the Berkeley Marina, dance party with stick puppets and a concert by
The Alaya Project
Bay Area legend Carol Doda gets her own documentary
The topless dancer parlayed a career waiting tables in San Francisco to world fame.
BUSD reparations survey finds support for educational payments, curriculum changes
The survey results will inform the creation of a possible program in the Berkeley public schools to offer reparations to Black students for the legacy of racism and segregation stemming from chattel slavery in the U.S.
3 people were wounded in separate Berkeley shootings this week
One of the victims was a juvenile, police said. Police have made one arrest in the investigations.