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Look up your council district. See the Berkeley City Council roster. Review council meeting agendas.

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Apartments approved at site of downtown Berkeley development battle

Avatar photo by Nico Savidge Feb. 03, 2023, 2:54 p.m.February 3, 2023

Berkeley held 37 meetings about a downtown housing project that was never built. A new plan for the block has been approved after only five.

The exterior of a five-story condo building in West Berkeley, with a sign advertising units for sale.
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Why doesn’t Berkeley have more condos?

Avatar photo by Nico Savidge Jan. 23, 2023, 9:30 a.m.January 23, 2023

Officials hope building more will make it easier for first-time buyers and those looking to downsize.

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Wednesday vote will determine how Berkeley plans for 9,000 new homes

Avatar photo by Nico Savidge Jan. 17, 2023, 5:36 p.m.February 5, 2023

Northern California cities are racing to meet a January deadline to adopt their Housing Elements, which are facing close scrutiny from state regulators.

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Will sexual harassment allegations derail Jen Louis’ appointment as Berkeley police chief?

Avatar photo by Nico Savidge Jan. 05, 2023, 11:54 a.m.February 27, 2023

A report detailing past sexual harassment claims against Louis comes as the interim chief faces scrutiny in another scandal.

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Here’s where the next round of ‘smart kiosks’ could go in Berkeley

Avatar photo by Nico Savidge Dec. 15, 2022, 3:17 p.m.December 16, 2022

Supporters say the devices help people navigate popular Berkeley neighborhoods, while critics say bringing ads into public spaces isn’t worth the revenue the city gains.

A metal sign reads "welcome to the city of Berkeley, Ohlone territory." It includes the city's logo of four faces in profile.
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Should Berkeley have a city flag, motto and official song?

Avatar photo by Nico Savidge Dec. 12, 2022, 9:56 a.m.December 12, 2022

Councilmember Ben Bartlett thinks picking symbols that capture Berkeley could spark civic pride after pandemic isolation.

Four flags flying against blue sky including US flag, State of California flag, rainbow flag, and Cal flag
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Share your ideas for Berkeley’s flag, song and motto

Avatar photo by Nico Savidge Dec. 12, 2022, 9:55 a.m.December 12, 2022

A councilmember wants to hold a contest to pick the city’s civic symbols — but first, we want to hear from you!

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Opinion: It’s time to pass Berkeley’s Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act

by Chris Schildt, Leah Simon-Weisberg, Michael Smith and Cindy Wu Dec. 02, 2022, 8:00 a.m.December 2, 2022

TOPA would provide tenants an opportunity to remain in their homes, build generational wealth, and keep Berkeley diverse and vibrant.

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Move to decriminalize LSD in Berkeley under discussion

by Juan Pablo Pérez-Burgos Nov. 27, 2022, 8:00 a.m.November 27, 2022

While other cities have softened restrictions on psychedelics, Berkeley would be the first to decriminalize the synthetic hallucinogen.

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Some low-wage workers will get more rights under new Berkeley law

Avatar photo by Nico Savidge Nov. 22, 2022, 4:42 p.m.November 23, 2022

The ordinance requires certain businesses to give employees two weeks’ notice of their work schedules, and extra pay for changes.

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Rashi Kesarwani declares victory in District 1

Avatar photo by Nico Savidge Nov. 18, 2022, 9:00 p.m.November 19, 2022

Kesarwani had 53% of the ranked-choice votes to defeat challengers Elisa Mikiten and Tamar Michai Freeman.

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Police union leader implicated in leaked text messages put on leave, chief appointment paused

Avatar photoAvatar photo by Nico Savidge and Supriya Yelimeli Nov. 16, 2022, 6:38 a.m.November 21, 2022

Interim Police Chief Jen Louis has said she was not aware of derogatory text messages that were leaked this month.

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