Berkeley

Berkley lawmakers passed a sidewalk ordinance specifically for e-bikes. This action was taken due to safety concerns regarding e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar vehicles. The danger stems from crashes potentially involving young drivers and high speeds that can cause serious injuries.

The Berkley City Council voted to restrict the use of e-bikes, ensuring they remain off sidewalks and in parks. This action was described as a proactive approach after concerns were raised about incidents involving kids driving fast-moving vehicles.

California families will not owe taxes on money in Trump Accounts for babies and kids due to a law change. Families in two Berkeley zip codes may be eligible for $250 from Dell.

A jury convicted David William Denton of arson after he used a pocket torch to burn a Jewish mezuzah scroll at a religious study center in Berkeley on February 6.

Two Vietnamese broken rice restaurants are opening in the Bay Area, including the popular Broken Dreams. The new establishments are part of a list of recent openings in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and surrounding areas.

Pucquio has abruptly closed, and two previously shuttered Oakland restaurant spaces are being revived. The article also mentions a running list of recent restaurant closures in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and other areas.

A man was arrested and charged with attempted murder after shooting a woman in the face during a robbery in Berkeley on June 14. His mother was also arrested in connection to the incident. The Berkeley Police Department responded to the incident on Ashby Avenue near Martin Luther King Jr. Way.

Berkeley police discovered dozens of stolen Honda cars during a chop shop investigation, leading to two arrests. The investigation began after several vehicles were reported stolen in a single night.

Oak-Dar, Pour Manners, and Kathiew House have closed or paused operations following an assault on a family member. The closures are part of a running list of restaurant closures in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and other areas.

Staff at Graduate by Hilton hotel properties in Berkeley are seeking to join a local Bay Area chapter of Unite Here, an international union representing hospitality workers, as soon as the end of the month. About 40 workers in roles such as housekeeping, restaurant servers, bartending, and front desk agents are involved in the effort.

A shokupan pop-up transitions to a permanent storefront, Gregory’s expands eastward, and a new Colombian restaurant opens in Emeryville. The article lists recent restaurant openings in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and surrounding areas.

Pasadena’s Public Health Department has reorganized from six to four divisions to improve collaboration and align with available resources. The city is one of only three in California with a city-run health department, alongside Long Beach and Berkeley.

Ace Seafood in Temescal has closed, joining a list of recent restaurant closures in the East Bay, including locations in Berkeley, Oakland, and Richmond.

Berkeley city councilmembers approved resolutions to expand police use of dogs and helicopters but delayed a decision on lifting a ban on chemical weapons. The vote was 5-4 in favor of the changes proposed by Councilmember Rashi Kesarwani.

Berkeley residents will vote in November on a proposal to double the city's tax on distributors of sugar-sweetened beverages from one cent to two cents per fluid ounce. A citizen-led initiative to implement this change was officially placed on the ballot by the City Council during its regular meeting.

Maya Merhige, an 18-year-old marathon swimmer from Berkeley, successfully swam the 21.4-mile North Channel from Ireland to Scotland on July 8 in 12 hours, 19 minutes, and 37 seconds. Her achievement is part of her effort to become one of the youngest swimmers to complete the 'Oceans Seven'.

Joyce Tang founded Bake Sum in 2021 at the Bread Project’s commissary kitchen. The bakery expanded to a second location in Alameda and now offers a wider variety of cakes, cookies, milk buns, mochis, and tofu-based products.

Sweet Fingers has completed its move, a Yemeni cafe has taken over the former Red Bay flagship location, and multiple new restaurants have opened in Berkeley, Oakland, and Richmond.

Serotonin Scoops, a new ice cream business in Berkeley, offers a product with added protein, prebiotics, and no added sugar.

New bahn mi, sub, burger, and tea room restaurants have recently opened in the East Bay, including locations in Berkeley, Oakland, and Richmond. The article highlights a surge in sandwich-focused eateries and related food options in the region.

University of California faculty are pushing to reinstate the SAT due to concerns over student preparedness, with Berkeley math professors reporting that incoming students struggle with basic multiplication.

A Berkeley woman is raising money to support family members in Venezuela after back-to-back earthquakes devastated the country. Benit Avila, born in Venezuela and now living in Berkeley, says no one has seen her relatives since the earthquakes.

Squatters have taken over the home of a murdered Bay Area professor, with the family unable to evict them due to California’s tenant laws. The family continues to pay the mortgage on the Berkeley property.

Berkeley and its homeless shelter operators are disputing liability in a disability rights lawsuit, with the city claiming shelters are responsible for compliance with laws like the ADA, while plaintiffs argue city policies cause discrimination against disabled homeless individuals. The case involves claims that evictions and treatment of disabled homeless people violate federal and state laws, with Berkeley seeking legal cost contributions from shelter providers.

A former high school music teacher in Berkeley was sentenced to six years and eight months in state prison for sexually assaulting a student. Jason Hoopes pleaded no contest to two counts of arranging a sexual meeting with a minor.

Investigators in Northern California are excavating a property where mass graves containing decomposing animals and missing shelter dogs were discovered. Over 700 dogs remain unaccounted for, with dozens recovered so far, many with microchips. The investigation, involving local and federal agencies, began after a neighbor found a burial pit with dogs shot, but no charges have been filed against the rescue's owner or staff.

Oakland's True Burger, Line 51, and Townhouse have closed, with Townhouse shuttering after a century in operation. The article lists recent restaurant closures in Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, and surrounding areas.

Sightglass Coffee opened on Seventh Street in 2011 and features a steampunk-inspired design with exposed beams, large windows, and industrial coffee roasting equipment. The cafe differentiates itself from cheaper, faster competitors by emphasizing its aesthetic and quality.

A new Burmese restaurant named Millennium redux has opened, moving into Swan’s Market. An ice cream shop with a unique twist has also opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.

Prediction market philosophers achieved their goal of making future prediction a major industry, but forecasters at a Berkeley festival express concerns that sports markets could destabilize the entire sector.

Thousands of University of California, Berkeley students graduating in May contribute to a spike in illegal dumping during move-outs. A Cal program is working to address the issue, which has been described as a 'nightmare' for the community.

Berkeley students' reading difficulties highlight a need for remediation in California's K-12 public schools. The article calls for improved educational measures to address these challenges.

Malibu’s Burgers, Milyar, and Xocolate have closed or announced their final day in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and surrounding areas.

Berkeley's City Council voted to extend parking meter operating hours from 6 to 8 p.m. citywide and implement Sunday parking charges. The changes also include expanding meter zones to cover more areas.

Mojo Joyo and his wife Zainab opened Elaichi Co., a chai café in Berkeley, to recreate childhood memories of social gatherings over chai. They faced challenges balancing business and personal life, leading to 95% of their conversations being work-related. They attempted strategies like designating 'business-free zones' and family days but found it difficult to separate their roles as business partners and life partners.

A 37-year-old woman was found dead stuffed inside a suitcase in her Berkeley apartment. Her 28-year-old boyfriend, Damarcus Jones, is charged with murder and scheduled to appear in Alameda County court.

A Berkeley man was arrested and charged with murdering his girlfriend, whose body was found stuffed in a suitcase. The victim, Vanessa Sanchez, was discovered dead in her apartment on May 30, with signs of trauma, after her boyfriend, Damarcus Jones, was seen entering the unit with her days earlier.

A 37-year-old woman was found dead in her Berkeley apartment, leading to the arrest of her 28-year-old boyfriend, Damarcus Jones, on suspicion of murder. Authorities stated evidence linked him to the homicide, and he was taken into custody in Dixon.

Xavier Becerra leads in California's gubernatorial primary with 25% support, while Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer compete closely for the second position, according to a new poll from Berkeley's Institute of Governmental Studies.

Tom Steyer campaigned in Berkeley, visiting local businesses and supporters with Mayor Adena Ishii ahead of the Tuesday primary for California governor. The campaign stop included stops at small businesses along Adeline Street, including Alice’s Relaxing.