After three consecutive years of decline, catalytic converter thefts are rising again in Berkeley, with more than 300 reported so far in 2026—surpassing all of 2025 and highlighting the importance of taking preventative measures to protect your vehicle.
Fire under control as of 2 p.m. No evacuations were ordered. One structure in Oakland was threatened. Sign up for emergency alerts at bit.ly/acalert-signup. See real-time protective action for neighborhoods on our emergency map: protect.genasys.com.
Berkeleyans in the North Berkeley hills can use PG&E's alerts, resource center, and website to get information. City libraries and senior centers with air conditioning are open for those wanting to cool down.
On October 13th, officers arrested a 22-year-old man in connection with a recent Hit and Run collision that occurred at University Avenue and Eighth Street.
City of Berkeley Public Health urges flu shots for everyone six months and older—get them free at our Immunization Clinic. Those of certain ages or with risk factors should also get vaccinated for COVID-19 and RSV.
The Berkeley Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run collision that occurred at the intersection of University Avenue and Eighth Street on October 7 at approximately 9 p.m.
Register to vote by October 19 to receive a ballot in the mail. Vote by dropping your postage-paid return envelope at any mailbox, ballot drop box, or vote center.
