Crime
Fire Extinguisher Used in UC Berkeley Scooter Robbery
Police search for two male suspects after incident near campus
Gunfire erupts during Berkeley domestic violence call, suspect arrested
Police recovered shell casings and a discarded firearm after the incident near Ashby Avenue and Carrison Street.
Catalytic Converter Theft Surges as Precious Metal Prices Rise
Thieves target hybrid vehicles and trucks with easy-to-access catalytic converters
Lifestyle
Recipe: Pineapple Coconut Zucchini Muffins to fuel a busy morning
A wholesome breakfast muffin that's hard to resist
New Book Explores 'God's Existence: Truth or Fiction?'
Author Gary R. Lindberg presents evidence that science supports the existence of a divine creator.
Starbucks Unveils Vibrant New Spring Drink Lineup
From lavender chai to a bold purple macchiato, the coffee giant's seasonal menu has something for every taste.
Entertainment
YouTube Star Alleges Mother Abused and Exploited Her Throughout Child Stardom
Jessalyn Grace, a former child YouTuber with 1.5 million subscribers, claims her mother mismanaged her earnings and subjected her to physical and emotional abuse.
'Country' Joe McDonald, '60s rock star and proud protest counterculture icon, dies at 84
McDonald wrote an antiwar anthem that accompanied 1960s and '70s protests with the oft-repeated line, "And its 1, 2, 3 what are we fighting for?"
'Country' Joe McDonald, '60s rock star and protest icon, dies at 84
The 'I-Feel-Like-I'm-Fixin'-To-Die Rag' singer was a key figure in the counterculture movement.
Health
Mumps Cases Reported at Berkeley High School
Public health advisory issued as officials investigate potential transmission on campus
Blue Sky Psychiatry Offers Personalized Adult Psychiatry Care in Berkeley
The practice focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing mental health conditions through individualized treatment plans.
UC Berkeley Researchers Use CRISPR to Reprogram Gut Bacteria
Microbiome editing could lead to new therapies for various diseases
Business
California Farmworkers Lose Hours and Pay Due to Overtime Law
Lawmakers propose tax credits to offset costs for farmers and restore earnings for workers
Once Upon a Farm to Report Q4 and 2025 Results on March 12
Investors can dial in or stream the earnings call at 5 p.m. ET with a replay available on the company's IR site.
Dan Duckhorn, Merlot Visionary, Dies at 87
The Duckhorn Vineyards co-founder transformed merlot into a Napa Valley star.
