Leptospirosis Outbreak in Berkeley: 1 Dead, 1 Hospitalized

An outbreak of leptospirosis linked to a North Berkeley homeless encampment has resulted in two human infections, including one death, according to city officials. The cases, confirmed in May, represent the first human transmission of the bacteria in Berkeley in over a decade. While health authorities maintain the risk to the general public remains extremely … Read more

Berkeley Rejects Elmwood Historic District Proposal

The Great Urban Tug-of-War: Why the Fight Over Historic Districts is Redefining Our Cities In cities across the globe, a quiet but fierce battle is being waged on sidewalks, in council chambers, and over architectural blueprints. It is a conflict between two seemingly irreconcilable goals: the desire to preserve the unique character and history of … Read more