Unemployment Rate Improves In Berkeley Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Alameda County is lower than the California average.

New Police Accountability Board Has Greater Powers To Investigate Misconduct In City Of Berkeley

People seeking to file a complaint about Berkeley Police misconduct or a commendation for good actions.

Help Shape The Future Of Berkeley's Council Districts

'Join us July 10 as we kick off the once-a-decade process of redrawing Berkeley's City Council district boundaries.'

Berkeley Sales Tax Hike Takes Effect

Cities across Alameda County saw sales tax rates increase Thursday. Here's what you need to know about the tax hike.

Berkeley City Council Approves $673M Budget

The budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year goes into effect July 1.

Alameda County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Berkeley area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Berkeley City Offices Now Open For Limited Hours - Wear A Mask When You Come, And Stay Home If Sick

Starting June 15, all City of Berkeley buildings will be open from 10am to 2pm, Monday through Friday.

Oversize Commercial Vehicle Enforcement In City Of Berkeley

This enforcement is being conducted as a result of complaints from community as well as to protect our roadways from the potential damage.

As June 15 Approaches, Employers Should Encourage Vaccinations, Use Public Health Tools To Increase Safety

These powerful tools can be used by anyone in other settings to protect themselves, their families or groups to which they belong.

Unemployment Decreases In Berkeley Area: Feds

Alameda County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Broadband Speed In Berkeley Area: See New Data

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

36% Support Newsom Recall: UC Berkeley Poll

The poll found interest in the recall effort to be tepid at best with less than half of voters surveyed indicating high interest.

Federal Taxes: How Do Your Payments And Refunds Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Alameda County neighbors.

Novato To Hold Virtual Budget Workshop

The Virtual Community Budget Workshop will be held April 7 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Zoom, city officials said.

Grandmothers And Indigenous Groups Join To Block A Pipeline

Nancy Feinstein and Carol Rothman first started organizing older women in 2016—a demographic they see as an under-utlized resource.

Napolitano Leads UC Berkeley Security In Politics Initiative

Janet Napolitano plans to bring the UC Berkeley community together to explore bipartisan solutions in new Center for Security in Politics.

Local Food Producers May Get Priority In Alameda County

The Good Food Purchasing Policy is touted as a way to boost the local economy while increasing the quality of food.

Federal Agency Rejects Berkeley Resident’s Petition To Recall Teslas

But on Friday, the agency said in documents that it did not find evidence to support opening an investigation.

Berkeley Woman Appointed Superior Court Judge

Sharon Djemal has been a program director at the East Bay Community Law Center.

Berkeley: Alameda County Property Taxes Due Dec. 10

There are multiple contactless ways to pay.

Nor-Cal Rapist, Former UC Berkeley Worker, Convicted

DNA linked Roy Waller to the profile of the Nor-Cal Rapist. He was convicted Wednesday of raping nine women.

Berkeley Voters Mail It In For 2020 General Election

Just one in 20 registered Alameda County voters opted to head to the polls. See the county's record-breaking voter registration totals.

Berkeley Mayor Election Results

Berkeley Patch's live roundup of Tuesday's election results for Nov. 3, 2020.

Berkeley City Council Election Results 2020

Berkeley Patch's live roundup of Tuesday's election results for Nov. 3, 2020.

Election Results: Berkeley Tax Measures

Berkeley Patch's live roundup of Tuesday's election results for Nov. 3, 2020.

Voting In Berkeley: Everything You Need To Know

The polls will close at 8 p.m. If you still have your mail-in ballot, you may drop it off at any vote center.

Berkeley Election Day: Report How It's Going

Have you experienced long lines today, or witnessed voter intimidation?

Berkeley Prepares To Vote: CA Election

The polls will open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. If you still have your mail-in ballot, you may drop it off at any vote center.

Vote In Person In Berkeley: Vote Centers Now Open

Here’s a list of polling places in Berkeley, to cast or drop off your ballot in person for the Nov. 3 Election.

Berkeley Police Prepare For Potential Election Unrest

The department is prepared with increased staffing to deal with issues as they arise. It is also reminding the public about electioneering.

Vote Centers In Berkeley: Where To Vote In Person 2020

Here’s a list of polling places in Berkeley, to cast or to drop off your ballot in person for the Nov. 3 Election.

Measure II On The Berkeley Ballot

The measure would create a Berkeley Police Accountability Board. Annual cost: $300,000.

Berkeley, Alameda County Ballot Drop Box Locations, Nov. 2020

Are you anxious to make sure your ballot arrives early so that it will be counted? Here’s where to drop it off.

​Cal/OSHA Fines Berkeley Employer For Coronavirus Violation

It's one of 11 employers across the state to receive a citation and fine.

Berkeley Mayor Urges Congress To Take Climate Action

Berkeley Mayor Jesse Arreguin was among 198 mayors who sent a letter to congressional leaders, urging them to take action on climate issues.

REAL-TIME RESULTS: Berkeley's 2020 Primary Election Races

Berkeley Patch's live roundup of Tuesday's election results from across Alameda County in the primary election for March 3, 2020.

CA Primary Election: Berkeley Prepares To Vote

The polls will open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. If you have a mail-in ballot still on hand, you may drop it off at any polling place.

Lawsuit Filed Over Ocean Plastics

An environmental group wants big corporations held responsible for the plastics that have entered the food chain.

Election Day Polling Places For Berkeley

Election day is Tuesday, March 3. If you are searching for your polling location, here is where you vote.

Mighty California, The Super Tuesday Kingmaker? Don’t Bet On It. (Opinion)

COMMENTARY: The Democratic presidential field is divided and public opinion is fragmented and in flux.