800 homeless people died in Alameda County in 3 years
The main causes of death were overdoses and medical conditions, many “preventable,” according to a county report.
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The main causes of death were overdoses and medical conditions, many “preventable,” according to a county report.
The Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board said it wanted to bring DeSeana Williams’ salary in line with other department heads.
The report argues sweeping zoning changes could worsen gentrification, but others say existing conditions are no better at protecting minorities.
Six of the remaining people at the Ashby-Shellmound encampment have disabilities that make it difficult to find housing.
The initial call came in at 1:44 p.m. and police said they didn’t receive any reports of injuries.
The National Weather Service warned residents trying to beat the hot temperatures of strong swells at local beaches.
Jeffrey Edwards was able to escape mostly unscathed from the blaze.
Berkeley tenants will still be protected from the majority of evictions.
It says unlawful changes were made to police misconduct investigations.
The grant applications are due at the end of March and open to individual artists and organizations.
The parcels are part of the ongoing Adeline Corridor Plan near Ashby BART.
UC Berkeley is expected to begin construction at the park in the summer.
The city posted a violation notice because it was obstructing the sidewalk.
The pandemic likely worsened the homelessness crisis, but a crucial population count was delayed until now.
The project is the city’s largest, 100% affordable housing development and includes supportive housing.
Artists are among the several groups that need flexible affordable housing options in Berkeley, according to a report.
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