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Authorized Berkeley police staffing has been reduced from 181 to 164 officers, with mandatory overtime straining morale, the police union says.

If you would like to support the Turkey Baskets of 2023 click here. Hello! The Berkeley Police Association is seeking community donations and support to once again host our annual “Turkey Basket” event for Thanksgiving. The purpose of the event is to provide complete Thanksgiving meals to families in need throughout Berkeley. These families are identified by various organizations that assist the underserved members of our community. The meals include a whole turkey, sides, bread rolls and a dessert. The baskets are assembled by dozens of volunteers the day before Thanksgiving. Once assembled, the volunteers deliver the baskets to the various organizations...

Simple Crime Prevention: Anyone can be a target of even the simplest of crimes. Here are some tips to keep you safe in your everyday life: -Always be aware of your surroundings and who is around you. Take time to observe what people are wearing and what they look like in case you have to describe it later to someone. -Do not leave any items in your car that may be seen as valuable to someone else. Do not give thieves the opportunity. Put valuables in the trunk or cover them so they are no...