Berkeley pauses Waterfront Specific Plan to study Cesar Chavez ParkBerkeley City Council pauses waterfront planning to focus on upgrading Cesar Chavez Park and completing a parking study.
Berkeley councilmembers running for reelection in city divided over homelessnessThe new encampment policy in Berkeley aims to address homelessness by offering shelter while allowing for the clearing of hazardous encampments.
Opinion: Andy Katz for Berkeley City Council District 6Andy Katz's extensive experience and proven leadership make him the best choice for Berkeley City Council District 6.
Berkeley councilmembers running for reelection in city divided over homelessnessThe new encampment policy in Berkeley aims to address homelessness by offering shelter while allowing for the clearing of hazardous encampments.
Opinion: Andy Katz for Berkeley City Council District 6Andy Katz's extensive experience and proven leadership make him the best choice for Berkeley City Council District 6.
City Council to vote on policy giving tenants first dibs to buy their buildingsThe proposed legislation may empower tenants and nonprofits to purchase properties, but also faces significant opposition from landlord groups.
Opinion: Adena Ishii is the best choice for Berkeley mayorAdena Ishii is the best candidate for Berkeley City Council, promoting collaboration and addressing key issues effectively.
City Council to vote on policy giving tenants first dibs to buy their buildingsThe proposed legislation may empower tenants and nonprofits to purchase properties, but also faces significant opposition from landlord groups.
Opinion: Adena Ishii is the best choice for Berkeley mayorAdena Ishii is the best candidate for Berkeley City Council, promoting collaboration and addressing key issues effectively.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org4 months agoOpinion: We support Jenny Guarino to get the job done in City Council District 2Residents demand council accountability and engagement from representatives.Terry Taplin is deemed unfit for re-election due to lack of responsiveness.Jenny Guarino is favored for her commitment to worker rights and tenant advocacy.
Berkeley City Council District 6: Two candidates compete to represent the hillsThe candidates for Berkeley City Council District 6 share similar views but differ in their professional backgrounds influencing their potential council work.
Opinion: Brent Blackaby is the community leader and problem-solver we need representing District 6Brent Blackaby is the strong candidate for Berkeley City Council, emphasizing community focus, problem-solving, and a commitment to addressing local issues.
Berkeley City Council District 6: Two candidates compete to represent the hillsThe candidates for Berkeley City Council District 6 share similar views but differ in their professional backgrounds influencing their potential council work.
Opinion: Brent Blackaby is the community leader and problem-solver we need representing District 6Brent Blackaby is the strong candidate for Berkeley City Council, emphasizing community focus, problem-solving, and a commitment to addressing local issues.
Berkeley's Peace and Justice commission calls for cease-fire in GazaThe Berkeley Peace and Justice Commission passed a resolution for a cease-fire in Gaza, influencing the upcoming City Council's stance.
City of Berkeley Approves Deal With BART for New Housing Development at Ashby StationBerkeley City Council approved BART's housing project at Ashby Station, facilitating hundreds of new units with a significant portion guaranteed as affordable.
Berkeley approves terms for building housing on Ashby BART station parking lotsBerkeley's City Council has approved a project for hundreds of apartments at Ashby BART station, with significant affordable housing commitments.
City of Berkeley Approves Deal With BART for New Housing Development at Ashby StationBerkeley City Council approved BART's housing project at Ashby Station, facilitating hundreds of new units with a significant portion guaranteed as affordable.
Berkeley approves terms for building housing on Ashby BART station parking lotsBerkeley's City Council has approved a project for hundreds of apartments at Ashby BART station, with significant affordable housing commitments.
City council says Berkeley teens can vote in this year's school board raceBerkeley city council approved youth voting starting with school board elections, aiming to expand the ability for 16 and 17-year-olds to vote in elections.
Four enter Berkeley District 4 council raceFour candidates are competing in a special election for a vacant Berkeley City Council seat, focusing on key issues like housing affordability, revitalization, and public safety.
Four candidates will compete in special election to fill Berkeley City Council District 4 seatFour candidates vying for a Berkeley City Council seat in District 4 special election in May 2021.Candidates include Soli Alpert, Elana Auerbach, Ruben Hernandez Story, and Igor Tregub.
Berkeley District 7 election is todayThe District 7 election in Berkeley features candidates James Chang and Cecilia Lunaparra, with a focus on student safety, People's Park, and affordable housing.
Four enter Berkeley District 4 council raceFour candidates are competing in a special election for a vacant Berkeley City Council seat, focusing on key issues like housing affordability, revitalization, and public safety.
Four candidates will compete in special election to fill Berkeley City Council District 4 seatFour candidates vying for a Berkeley City Council seat in District 4 special election in May 2021.Candidates include Soli Alpert, Elana Auerbach, Ruben Hernandez Story, and Igor Tregub.
Berkeley District 7 election is todayThe District 7 election in Berkeley features candidates James Chang and Cecilia Lunaparra, with a focus on student safety, People's Park, and affordable housing.
Stephens: The appalling tactics of the Free Palestine' movementHolocaust survivor heckled for remembrance requestConcerns over antisemitism and pro-Palestinian movementsChallenges in addressing antisemitism and supporting Israel
Igor Tregub, a 'consensus-builder,' will soon sit on Berkeley City CouncilIgor Tregub is hesitant to celebrate his councilmember-elect victory until all votes are certified.
Special election to fill Southside City Council seat will have 2 student candidatesJames Chang focuses on housing accessibility, community safety, and mental health as key initiatives.Cecilia Lunaparra aims to fight for District 7 residents affected by housing crisis, unsafe streets, and lack of representation.
Igor Tregub, a 'consensus-builder,' will soon sit on Berkeley City CouncilIgor Tregub is hesitant to celebrate his councilmember-elect victory until all votes are certified.
Special election to fill Southside City Council seat will have 2 student candidatesJames Chang focuses on housing accessibility, community safety, and mental health as key initiatives.Cecilia Lunaparra aims to fight for District 7 residents affected by housing crisis, unsafe streets, and lack of representation.
Berkeley, a Look Back: Council pressed in 1924 to move freight yardsResidential opposition to industrial land use in South Berkeley in the 1920sEfforts to relocate freight yards from downtown area to South Berkeley