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berkeleyside.org > 03/23/2026 > maya-williams-epa-lawsuit-climate-change

She’s 19, and she’s already sued the federal government twice

13+ hour, 44+ min ago  (1001+ words) Our coverage is free for all of Berkeley, because we want everyone to know what's really happening in our city. Will you help support our free journalism? This piece was produced by'Bay Nature'a nonprofit, independent media organization that connects the…...

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berkeleyside.org > 03/19/2026 > olympus-avenue-fairlawn-drive-structure-fires

Berkeley Hills fire burns 2 homes, ruptures gas line

4+ day, 4+ hour ago  (252+ words) Our coverage is free for all of Berkeley, because we want everyone to know what's really happening in our city. Will you help support our free journalism? A fire that broke out in the Berkeley Hills hours before dawn Thursday…...

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berkeleyside.org > 03/18/2026 > cesar-chavez-berkeley-reevaluates

Berkeley lionized Cesar Chavez. Now it’s reevaluating

5+ day, 2+ hour ago  (1215+ words) Our coverage is free for all of Berkeley, because we want everyone to know what's really happening in our city. Will you help support our free journalism? The legacy of Cesar Chavez, the labor leader and widely admired Latino icon,…...

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berkeleyside.org > 03/18/2026 > crystal-wahpepah-cookbook-feather-fork

The debut cookbook from this East Bay-born, decorated Native chef centers seasonality and knowing whose land you’re on

5+ day, 7+ hour ago  (633+ words) Get the latest news on the East Bay food and drink scene, plus exclusive tips like where to find tasty food events from the twice-weekly Nosh newsletter. First Look at new Berkeley cafe Uqbar | Cal Freshmen Food Guide | Headlands Brewing…...

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berkeleyside.org > 03/17/2026 > kilovolt-coffee-cocinita-nica-philz-sofias-tasty-sichuan-opening

Kilovolt Coffee makes a comeback, plus new Nicaraguan, Sichuan, and Mexican spots

6+ day, 7+ hour ago  (255+ words) Get the latest news on the East Bay food and drink scene, plus exclusive tips like where to find tasty food events from the twice-weekly Nosh newsletter. First Look at new Berkeley cafe Uqbar | Cal Freshmen Food Guide | Headlands Brewing…...

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berkeleyside.org > 03/17/2026 > california-school-districts-issue-thousands-layoffs-busd

California school districts issue thousands of pink slips

6+ day, 8+ hour ago  (1046+ words) Our coverage is free for all of Berkeley, because we want everyone to know what's really happening in our city. Will you help support our free journalism? A version of this article first appeared on'EdSource. But Berkeley was not alone…...

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berkeleyside.org > 03/17/2026 > san-francisco-bay-sand-mining-lawsuit

Sand removal in the Bay threatens species and worsens coastal erosion, lawsuit claims

6+ day, 13+ hour ago  (419+ words) Our coverage is free for all of Berkeley, because we want everyone to know what's really happening in our city. Will you help support our free journalism? A deal to mine sand from the bottom of the Bay for use…...

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berkeleyside.org > 03/16/2026 > toveri-tupa-old-finnish-hall-berkeley-auction

Historic Berkeley social hall to be auctioned off after defaulting on taxes

1+ week, 2+ hour ago  (1311+ words) Our coverage is free for all of Berkeley, because we want everyone to know what's really happening in our city. Will you help support our free journalism? After years in an ownership black hole, with community members donating their time…...

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berkeleyside.org > 03/13/2026 > berkeley-daylighting-law-implementation-parking-safety

With thousands of freshly painted red curbs, Berkeley implements law that bans parking next to intersections

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (269+ words) Berkeleyside's reporting is FREE to ALL! Will you help us fund our local nonprofit journalism? This was the golden-spike moment marking the completion of a street safety project that has been unfolding across Berkeley for more than a year." A…...

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berkeleyside.org > 03/12/2026 > the-wire-uc-berkeley-dorm-downtown-23-stories-construction

The Wire: Cal breaks ground on 23-story dorm in downtown Berkeley

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (257+ words) Berkeleyside's reporting is FREE to ALL! Will you help us fund our local nonprofit journalism? UC Berkeley has broken ground on a planned 23-story student housing complex at the intersection of Bancroft Way and Fulton Street. The 276-foot-tall building will…...