A mudslide last week in the Claremont Hills on the Berkeley-Oakland border is the second collapse in the area since 2006. Who’s responsible for shoring up the hill?
January 2023
Posted inObituaries
Remembering Maria Cranor, rock climber, physicist shaped by time as Berkeley student during Free Speech Movement
Before co-founding Black Diamond Equipment, she attended marches led by Mario Savio and was the first woman to ascend some of the big walls of California climbing.
Posted inCity
Berkeley Hills residents indefinitely relocated after mudslide
The debris flow in The Spiral neighborhood impacted 14 residents in the North Berkeley Hills.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Man attempted to kidnap Cal student near campus, police say
The woman was able to run away and escape to Cabañas Cafe. Police have released a video showing a suspect.
Posted inHousing & Development
Moms 4 Housing protesters shut down Alameda County board meeting over renter protections
Activists, including Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board commissioner Dominique Walker, were arrested and cited Tuesday after disrupting the Board of Supervisors meeting.
Posted inCommunity
Drone operators warned to stay away from the falcons atop the Campanile
Annie, UC Berkeley’s longtime female peregrine falcon, is nearing her seventh breeding season.
Posted inNosh
How to make Mama’s comforting, pan-fried meatballs at home
The Grand Avenue restaurant is known for its meatballs, even featuring them on its special Valentine’s Day menu.
Posted inObituaries
Remembering Mimi Albert, a novelist and teacher
Albert, 82, taught creative at local community colleges and at Napa State Hospital. She served as head of the Bay Area Book Reviewers Association.
Posted inCity
Why doesn’t Berkeley have more condos?
Officials hope building more will make it easier for first-time buyers and those looking to downsize.
Posted inObituaries
Remembering Chris Catlett, father, carpenter, friend, notorious character
Through his construction company Catco, he built houses, decks, arbors and trellises. He was active in Berkeley’s Cajun and Zydeco community.
Posted inNew Restaurants
Woman-focused wine bar coming to Alameda
Mo’s Wine Bar will open in spring 2023, showcasing female winemakers and owners.