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Berkeley’s 1923 fire, 100 years later | At 28, he died on Berkeley’s streets | House with famed communal hot tub up for sale

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A headshot of Berkeley Police Chief Jen Louis
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Vote set — once again — to confirm Jen Louis as Berkeley police chief

Avatar photo by Alex N. Gecan May 08, 2023, 12:05 p.m.September 8, 2023

City Council is set to decide Tuesday whether to confirm Interim Chief Police Jen Louis with a permanent role at more than $300,000 annually. Accountability officials have asked for more time.

This photo shows a view from the ground of the Berkeley Public Safety Building, a beige stone structure with darkened windows.
Posted inPolice

Firing of Berkeley cop who leaked text messages is allowed to stand

Avatar photo by Alex N. Gecan April 21, 2023, 4:30 p.m.September 8, 2023

Corey Shedoudy grabbed attention in 2022 when he accused BPD’s bike squad of racism, anti-homeless sentiments and quota systems. His firing for staging a bike crash has been upheld by an independent arbitrator.

Posted inCrime & Safety

Understaffed Berkeley Police Department cuts patrol assignments

Avatar photo by Alex N. Gecan March 31, 2023, 3:14 p.m.September 8, 2023

The Berkeley Police Department is cutting its number of patrol beats, years into a staffing crisis that has made it reliant on overtime to keep the teams populated.

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Investigations into Berkeley police officers’ texts are underway

Avatar photo by Nico Savidge Dec. 09, 2022, 4:15 p.m.September 8, 2023

The city has hired a firm with a history of taking on high-profile law enforcement investigations, while the Police Accountability Board conducts its own inquiry.

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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.September 8, 2023

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

Posted inCity

Leaked texts show Berkeley police union leader made derogatory comments about homeless residents, people of color, ex-officer says

Avatar photoAvatar photoAvatar photo by Nico Savidge, Ally Markovich and Supriya Yelimeli Nov. 14, 2022, 4:31 p.m.November 21, 2022

The messages drew condemnation as city officials pledged to investigate the “disturbing” comments.

The rear of a Berkeley Police Department cruiser displays the name of the agency on the rear windshield.
Posted inCity

Police union files state labor complaint, claiming missteps by new oversight board

Avatar photo by Supriya Yelimeli March 28, 2022, 4:13 p.m.May 20, 2022

It says unlawful changes were made to police misconduct investigations.

Posted inCity

Police misconduct hearing put off after cop union said Berkeley broke the law

Avatar photo by Emilie Raguso March 13, 2022, 4:59 p.m.May 20, 2022

The city did not respond to multiple requests for comment from Berkeleyside.

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Donations needed: Thanksgiving ‘turkey basket’ fundraiser is in full swing

Avatar photo by Emilie Raguso Nov. 17, 2021, 8:00 a.m.August 4, 2022

The Berkeley Police Association hopes to give turkey baskets to 600 local families this year with the help of community support.

Posted inCrime & Safety

Berkeley police prep Thanksgiving ‘turkey baskets’ — and need your help

Avatar photo by Emilie Raguso Nov. 18, 2019, 2:21 p.m.August 4, 2022

The Berkeley Police Association has revived its Thanksgiving turkey basket program after a one-year hiatus and plans to give 500 boxes to families in need this holiday season.

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Big money is flowing in to support and oppose measures O and P, AD15 race

Avatar photo by Frances Dinkelspiel Oct. 19, 2018, 10:45 a.m.October 4, 2022

Companies that build affordable housing are pouring funds into support of the O and P measures, Realtors are opposing the proposed property transfer tax hike and Wicks is outspending Beckles in the AD15 race.

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Berkeley City Council won’t put police oversight measure on 2018 ballot

Avatar photo by Emilie Raguso Aug. 10, 2018, 4:57 p.m.August 4, 2022

A Berkeley City Council proposal to put a police oversight charter amendment on the November ballot has run out of time to be considered this fall.

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