From children riding to school to older adults staying active and healthy, bicycling is both a pastime and a mode of transportation for thousands of Americans. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is urging everyone to be alert to keep bicyclists safe. It takes drivers and bicyclists alike to ensure safety on…

Local business owners can get free consultation to reduce waste, lower energy and water use, and meet environmental standards.With support from the Alameda County Green Business Program, the City of Berkeley provides free consultations, audits of organizations’ trash and recycling practices, and step-by-step guidance to help businesses complete certification. Staff help businesses understand…

Vote in the June 2 state primary election by mailing your ballot, placing your ballot in an election drop box, or, in the days leading up to the election, visiting an in-person vote center.All registered voters have been sent a ballot and a postage-paid return envelope. Postmark your ballot by June 2 or deliver it to a vote center or drop box by 8:00 pm that night.You have until May 18 to …

Berkeley Unified School District employees as well as others with low or moderate incomes have until August 12 to apply for a waitlist lottery for 110 new affordable apartments in Berkeley.You’ll have to earn at least double the monthly rent, while also not making more than the maximums for the different income levels. The size of your household is also considered when calculating income.For…

Kids, parents, or fans of trucks can attend a Saturday celebration showcasing the work of those who maintain Berkeley’s streets, sewers, and parks – and the vehicles they use to get the job done.Climb into the driver’s seat of a garbage truck. See inside a storm drain using a closed-circuit camera. Learn how a Vactor truck sucks up sludge. Come see excavators, traffic sign trucks, and more.You…

The deadline to apply block party permit for a street closure on August 5 has now passed. However, you’re still welcome to register an off-street event or attend a gathering near you.National Night Out is an annual event designed to strengthen our community by encouraging neighborhoods to build…

Tour local homes to see how they’ve been upgraded to reduce the use of fossil fuels and water while improving comfort, indoor air quality, and resilience.  See homes in Berkeley and neighboring cities with all-electric appliances, solar panels, backup batteries, electric vehicle chargers, native plant gardens, and rainwater catchments.   During the June 6 tour, you can…

As students move out for the summer, tenants and landlords can help keep our streets clean and safe by planning ahead, using City of Berkeley services, and properly disposing of the items they no longer need.Dumping mattresses and other items on the sidewalk creates a mess and can be a safety hazard. It is also illegal and punishable with fines up to $500 a day. Properties…

On May 7, 2026, the Berkeley Police Department conducted a DUI and driver license checkpoint on Shattuck Ave at Parker St.851 drivers were contacted at the checkpoint. 8 drivers were cited for operating a vehicle unlicensed. An additional 24 drivers were evaluated for DUI and released.DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on reported incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The…

During the month of May, the Berkeley Police Department will be out looking for drivers and passengers who are not wearing their seat belts. This also includes drivers who do not secure children in child safety seats.“Buckling up is your best defense in the event of a crash, and only takes a few seconds,” Sgt. Dave Harston said. “The same goes for car seats. Children should be as safe as possible…