Crime
Man Arrested for Attempted Rape Near UC Berkeley
The suspect was taken into custody on suspicion of attempted rape, false imprisonment, and sexual battery.
UC Berkeley Graduate Student Found Dead in Lake Near Campus
Authorities confirmed the body found in Tilden Park's Lake Anza was that of Saketh Sreenivasaiah, who had been missing since February 10.
Berkeley Resident, 89, Allegedly Scammed by Fake Raccoon Removal Crew
Three men climbed onto the woman's roof, damaged it, then demanded thousands for repairs.
Sports
Cal MBB Defeats Boston College 86-75, Next Faces Stanford
The California Golden Bears men's basketball team secured an 86-75 road win against Boston College.
3 Suns Legends Named Hall of Fame Finalists
Amar'e Stoudemire, Kevin Johnson, and Mike D'Antoni among 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame finalists
Raiders Owner Praises National Championship Winner Mendoza
Mark Davis compliments Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza's title victory ahead of potential top draft pick
Entertainment
Kyle Abraham's A.I.M. Dance Company Performs at Zellerbach Hall
The New York-based troupe brings a mix of recent works set to live music for its Cal Performances debut.
Ariela Barer to Replace Odessa A'zion in 'Deep Cuts' Movie
The Last of Us actress will take on the role that sparked backlash for A'zion's casting.
Green Day to Headline Super Bowl 60 Opening Ceremony
The iconic punk rock band will perform a selection of their biggest hits ahead of the big game.
Lifestyle
UC Berkeley Student Saketh Sreenivasaiah Found Dead After Search
The 22-year-old Indian national was pursuing a master's degree at UC Berkeley.
Wendy's Thin Mints Frosty Returns with Indulgent Upgrade
The popular mint-chocolate treat is back for a limited time with a new Frosty Fusion option.
New Girl Scout Cookie Flavor Exploremores Delivers Rocky Road Indulgence
The chocolate, marshmallow, and toasted almond sandwich cookie is a sweet surprise for cookie lovers.
Science
Souped-Up CRISPR Gene Editor Replicates and Spreads Like a Virus
New 'NANITE' system leverages viruses to dramatically improve gene editing efficiency, unlocking potential for more accessible and effective gene therapies.
Fungi Enthusiasts Seek Rare Mushrooms and Lichens in California
A growing community of scientists and amateur researchers work to protect the overlooked and threatened world of fungi.
Einstein's Theory Reveals Why Two-Sun Planets Vanish
New research suggests gravity's subtle effects destabilize orbits in binary star systems over time.
