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Berkeley moves to make homeowners in severe fire-risk areas clear five-foot ‘Zone 0’ around homes
Many residents expressed support, while others highlighted concerns about existing landscaping and compliance costs.
Why a California city may give up these gardens for wildfire safety
City councilmembers in Berkeley, California, are considering law to ban most plants within five feet of houses in ...
Berkeley hills residents must clear vegetation near homes under newly approved rule
Hundreds of Berkeley hills households will soon have to follow strict landscaping rules after city officials passed new ...
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Shining a spotlight on Berkeley’s climate startup scene
Berkeley’s vibrant culture of innovation and environmental consciousness has made it a hotbed for groundbreaking climate tech startups. From carbon capture to jet fuel, companies are turning bold idea ...
Berkeley’s first official Pride celebration will focus on queer joy
The Berkeley Pride street festival will “transform the heart of the city into a vibrant hub” focused on queer culture, ...
UC Berkeley to auction off administrative building in West Berkeley
UC Berkeley lists 115,526-sq-ft flex building for sale in West Berkeley, offering potential for lab, R&D, or light ...