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Celebrate the Holiday Season Responsibly

National “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Enforcement Campaign Begins Dec. 12

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Armed suspect arrested after trying to follow a woman home

Officers arrested a 36-year-old San Francisco man on suspicion of several weapon and drug related offenses after trying to follow a woman home.

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Reduce lithium-ion battery fire risk for electric skateboards, scooters, and bikes

Prevent lithium battery fires: use certified parts, do not leave batteries charging unattended, and watch for signs of damage or overheating. Call 9-1-1 if fire starts.

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Berkeley PD Using Grant Money to Fight Impaired Driving

The City of Berkeley Police Department was awarded over $101,000 in grant funds from the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP).

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Seeking artists for new public art for new City park

Artists or artist teams should submit qualifications by January 12, 2026, for a $150,000 public art project at a new city park.

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Scholarships available for kids, families for recreation programs

Apply online or register to attend workshops on Nov. 18 and Dec 9. Get help applying for 2026 scholarships, hardship waivers covering 50-100% of program fees.

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Office of Traffic Safety Awards $240,000 Grant to the Berkeley Police Department for Traffic Enforcement Program to Increase Safety on Roads

Berkeley Police Department announced today that it has received a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support its ongoing enforcement and education programs to help reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on our roads.

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Street closures, bus route info for Berkeley Half Marathon on Nov. 16

On the morning of Sunday Nov. 16, plan for alternate routes, delays, and parking restrictions as thousands of runners fill Berkeley streets.