Berkeley|News|
DUI Checkpoint Scheduled For Thursday In Berkeley
The checkpoint will be held from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Shattuck Avenue and Parker Street, according to the Berkeley Police Department.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
- Berkeley, CA
Fernando is a Local Editor for Patch covering San Francisco and the East Bay. He contributed to Lookout Santa Cruz's coverage of the devastating 2023 storm in Santa Cruz County, for which the publication won the 2024 Breaking News Pulitzer.
He can be reached for story ideas or suggestions through his email: fernando.haro@patch.com
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Alameda, CA|News|
77-Year-Old Left With 'Severe Injuries' During Bay Area Carjacking: Police
Police are now asking for help finding the suspected attacker and carjacker.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Bay Area Filmmaker Convicted In Killing Of Sister's Ex-Husband: Reports
The filmmaker was facing a murder charge, but a jury ultimately convicted him of voluntary manslaughter, according to multiple news reports.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Bay Area Production Begins On Flying Cars — 3,500 Preordered
Once the first handmade vehicles are manufactured, they will be shipped to a select few customers for testing, according to the company.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
14 Injured When Cable Car Comes To Abrupt Stop In SF: Fire Officials
The incident happened sometime after 3 p.m. in the 1300 block of California Street in San Francisco, authorities said.
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Alameda, CA|News|
'Star Of Alameda': Photo Of The Day
These photos, shared by a Bay Area resident, encapsulate the holiday season.
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Berkeley|News|
BART Fares, Parking Rates To Increase Soon
BART officials say the fare increase will help restore the agency's financial stability.
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San Leandro, CA|News|
San Leandro Woman Fatally Shot While Driving: Report
It's unclear whether she was the intended target, and a motive remains under investigation, according to a report by The Mercury News.
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Benicia, CA|News|
Pedestrian Killed By Suspected DUI Driver In Bay Area: Police
The driver was arrested on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter and driving under the influence, police said.
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Across California, CA|News|
Iconic CA Mall May Shutter, The Latest Among These Major Golden State Mall Closures
An economic study suggests there are only 1,200 malls left in the United States, down 90 percent in 15 years.
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San Leandro, CA|News|
San Leandro Man Arrested In 'Chop Shop' Operation: Police
The suspect was also taken into custody on suspicion of drug possession and possession of a stolen vehicle, police said.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
A Man Thought An Acquaintance Stole His 'Dope.' He Then Stabbed Him To Death: DA
A jury found the defendant guilty of first-degree murder, prosecutors announced Friday.
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Alameda, CA|News|
9 Charged In Series Of Burglaries That Ended In Fatal Shooting Of Oakland Officer
A federal grand jury indicted the defendants on drug and conspiracy charges, authorities said.
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Berkeley|News|
Family Of Berkeley Student Who Drowned At Party Sues Fraternity: Report
The student was attending a party at a frat in November when he drowned, according to authorities.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Apartment Blaze Displaces Dozens In San Francisco: Fire Officials
Over 100 firefighters responded to the blaze early Friday morning, authorities said.
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Castro Valley, CA|News|
Scammers Are Targeting Families Of Inmates in Alameda County: Sheriff
"Remember, never send money or provide personal identifiers or financial information to unsolicited callers," authorities said.
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Castro Valley, CA|News|
Man Arrested In Large East Bay Drug Seizure Operation: Sheriff
Deputies say the suspect was booked on Tuesday on suspicion of several drug and gun violations.
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Castro Valley, CA|News|
Gas Explosion Destroys Homes, Injures 6 In East Bay
The explosion happened after a construction crew struck an underground gas line, according to a San Francisco Chronicle report.
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Los Angeles, CA|News|
Woman Discovers Man Inside The Trunk Of Her LA Waymo Ride: Video
The incident was startling but not a crime, according to police.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
CA's Next Big One: Nature May Have An Early Warning System, Study Shows
The study suggests that California could get minutes, days, or weeks of warning before the next major quake hits.
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