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Jury clears KPFA activist

Judith Scherr
Thursday May 18, 2000

OAKLAND – A jury has found KPFA supporter Kahlil Jacobs-Fantauzzi not guilty of obstructing or delaying a police officer in the course of his duties. The decision was announced in Superior Court Judge Jacqueline Tabor’s court at about 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. -more-



Thursday May 18, 2000

THEATER -more-



Panthers pull past Piedmont

James Wiseman
Thursday May 18, 2000

From the instant Jeremiah Fielder’s first-inning double came off the bat in Wednesday’s semifinal showdown with Piedmont, the St. Mary’s baseball team knew the game would be no repeat of the 9-4 defeat it suffered at the hands of the Highlanders on May 3. -more-



Pit bulls ordered to attack man

Marilyn Claessens
Thursday May 18, 2000

Jamonie Robinson tells a dog story from his hospital bed that would frighten any early morning jogger. -more-



Calendar of Events & Activities

Thursday May 18, 2000

Thursday, May 18 -more-



’Jackets strike first, can’t finish at San Ramon

Staff
Thursday May 18, 2000

Last time the Berkeley High softball team roamed into the San Ramon Valley Wolves’ territory, it left whimpering with its tail between its legs, after being mauled by its league rivals, 10-0, on opening day. In Wednesday’s rematch at the Wolves’ home field, however, the Yellowjackets had the defense to protect themselves. -more-



City directs funds to bike bridge

Judith Scherr
Thursday May 18, 2000

In Economics 101, they talk about a choice between guns and butter. -more-



Doolan won’t seek 3rd term on school board

Rob Cunningham
Thursday May 18, 2000

After serving eight years on the Berkeley Unified School Board, Pamela Doolan has decided that she won’t run for a third term this fall. -more-



BFT, BUSD closer to deal

Rob Cunningham
Thursday May 18, 2000

Teachers and the school district could reach a contract agreement as early as the middle of next week, predicts the state mediator working with the Berkeley Federation of Teachers and the Berkeley Unified School District. “Over the course of the last two meetings, the parties have moved significantly closer to agreement,” mediator Ron McGee said in a statement released late Wednesday night. “I am cautiously optimistic that the parties will be able to reach agreement at the next scheduled mediation session on May 24, 2000. Therefore, I am extending the total press and information blackout for one week.” -more-



Editorial

Hypnosis used in murder inquiry

Marilyn Claessens
Thursday May 18, 2000

Berkeley Police Sgt. Cary Kent is taking a new direction in his investigation of the unsolved murder of Rick DeVecchi. He’s working with the hypnotized recollections of an eyewitness to the crime. -more-


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Hypnosis used in murder inquiry 05-18-2000

Storyteller to perform Sunday 05-17-2000

Man robbed in 4th St. parking lot 05-16-2000

Weekend memorial concert honors Williams’ contributions 05-12-2000

News

Jury clears KPFA activist Judith Scherr 05-18-2000

05-18-2000

Panthers pull past Piedmont James Wiseman 05-18-2000

Pit bulls ordered to attack man Marilyn Claessens 05-18-2000

Calendar of Events & Activities 05-18-2000

’Jackets strike first, can’t finish at San Ramon Staff 05-18-2000

City directs funds to bike bridge Judith Scherr 05-18-2000

Doolan won’t seek 3rd term on school board Rob Cunningham 05-18-2000

BFT, BUSD closer to deal Rob Cunningham 05-18-2000

City leaders bike to work Joe Eskenazi 05-17-2000

Calendar of Events & Activities 05-17-2000

Arts & Entertainment Calendar 05-17-2000

Better defense, same result for BHS James Wiseman 05-17-2000

$1 million budget cut advocated Rob Cunningham 05-17-2000

Berkeley High looks for strong conclusion in final two games Staff 05-17-2000

Body found near Marina Marilyn Claessens 05-17-2000

Jury deliberates in KPFA activist’s trial Judith Scherr 05-17-2000

Neighborhood group holds annual meeting Staff 05-17-2000

Small blaze at school Staff 05-17-2000

Mattress burns at hotel Staff 05-17-2000

Codornices Creek is center of controversy Judith Scherr 05-16-2000

Calendar of Events & Activities 05-16-2000

Class of 2030 succeeds in local housing market Robert Cabrera 05-16-2000

Museum presents strong exhibit of Magritte works David H. Wright 05-16-2000

’Jackets ready for rematch James Wiseman 05-16-2000

BUSD chief apparently won’t cross Bay Staff 05-16-2000

Berkeley High boys denied NCS spot Staff 05-16-2000

Tower foes given chance to speak out Judith Scherr 05-16-2000

Panthers pick up dual titles Staff 05-16-2000

Unusual robbery reported Rob Cunningham 05-16-2000

Program will assist families move from welfare to work Staff 05-16-2000

Vehicle stolen at gunpoint at Marina Staff 05-16-2000

Addison’s artistic additions Marilyn Claessens 05-15-2000

Calendar of Events & Activities 05-15-2000

Regulating buildings’ heights must be a priority for the city Martha Nicoloff 05-15-2000

Arts & Entertainment Calendar 05-15-2000

Goals pile up for all-stars James Wiseman 05-15-2000

Group honors educator of year Rob Cunningham 05-15-2000

Questions surround district’s pool and East Campus projects Pam Webster 05-15-2000

BHS girls escape EBAL meet with narrow first Staff 05-15-2000

Festival honors Asian heritage Staff 05-15-2000

Who gets lights first? 05-15-2000

Student activist running for seat on Rent Board Judith Scherr 05-15-2000

8 Berkeley artists work on project Marilyn Claessens 05-15-2000

City eyes bond for warm pool Judith Scherr 05-13-2000

Berkeley bats wake up for final run James Wiseman 05-13-2000

Calendar of Events and Activities 05-13-2000

Facts ignored about tritium Gordon Wozniak 05-13-2000

THEATER 05-13-2000

The Children’s Concert Joe Eskenazi 05-13-2000

Bright ideas for major streets Marilyn Claessens 05-13-2000

’Jackets to mix it up today Daily Planet Staff 05-13-2000

Precaution is the best policy Elliot Cohen 05-13-2000

MUSIC VENUES 05-13-2000

Suspect sought in purse snatching Daily Planet Staff 05-13-2000

MUSEUMS 05-13-2000

Daily Planet publisher Mix leaves post Daily Planet Staff 05-13-2000

GALLERIES 05-13-2000

Renovated library to reopen Monday Rob Cunningham 05-12-2000

City Hall errs with tower Rob Browning 05-12-2000

Hurlers get little help in 1-0 final James Wiseman 05-12-2000

05-12-2000

Activist gets day in court Judith Scherr 05-12-2000

Calendar of Events & Activities 05-12-2000

’Jackets await NCS selection Staff 05-12-2000

Union, district (mostly) silent on blackout Rob Cunningham 05-12-2000

City considers raising some permit fees Marilyn Claessens 05-12-2000

Arts forum planned Staff 05-12-2000

Tribune to appeal ruling on photos Judith Scherr 05-12-2000