In keeping with a long tradition of activism, Berkeley’s Housing Department is asking the City Council to officially participate in a grassroots “blackout” protest of the Bush Administration’s energy polices. -more-
City needs to help faith-based groups like Beth El -more-
Habitot Children’s Museum “Back to the Farm” An interactive exhibit gives children the chance to wiggle through tunnels, look into a mirrored fish pond, don farm animal costumes, ride on a John Deere tractor and more. “Recycling Center” Lets the kids crank the conveyor belt to sort cans, plastic bottles and newspaper bundles into dumpster bins. $4 adults; $6 children age 7 and under; $3 for each additional child age 7 and under. Monday and Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Tuesday and Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed Sundays, Memorial Day through Labor Day) Kittredge Street and Shattuck Avenue 647-1111 or www.habitot.org -more-
Among the issues the City Council will consider tonight is a recommendation from the Public Works Department to continue a contract for revegetation of a section of Cerrito Creek in Albany. -more-
In a move some hope will reverse a decline in the school district’s delivery of key services, the Board of Education approved an administrative structure change last week. -more-
SAN QUENTIN — Glen “Buddy” Nickerson walked out of San Quentin State Prison a free man Monday, 17 years after he says he was wrongly sentenced to life in prison for two murders. -more-
SACRAMENTO — California Gov. Gray Davis is getting his first glimpse of relief after months under the political cloud of soaring electricity prices and rolling blackouts. -more-
MARIPOSA — When his wife, daughter and a teenage friend failed to return from Yosemite National Park and meet at a San Francisco airport rendezvous, Jens Sund thought nothing of it and boarded a plane for Phoenix. -more-
LOS ANGELES — Acting under a new consumer protection law, state regulators have sent nearly 200 disputes between HMOs and patients to an independent review board, which has ruled in favor of the health plans 65 percent of the time. -more-
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. — About 300 demonstrators – far fewer than expected – converged on the federal prison where Timothy McVeigh was executed Monday, praying or quietly holding signs, then quickly dispersing after his death. -more-
As much as his crime united the nation in shock, Timothy McVeigh’s death left Americans divided. -more-
SAN FRANCISCO — Rapidly expanding Peregrine Systems Inc. announced Monday it will buy rival Remedy Corp. in a deal that will unite two leading makers of software that helps companies identify and fix problems in their computer networks. -more-
NEW YORK — These are times that test not only the financial courage of investors but the nerves and credibility of financial advisers. -more-
ZAMBOANGA, Philippines — Muslim rebels claimed Tuesday that they killed an American hostage, one of more than two dozen captives they’re holding in the southern Philippine jungles. The military was skeptical of the report. -more-
Unsure whether to believe the worst, relatives of the U.S. businessman reportedly killed by Philippine rebels gathered at his home Monday, still hoping for the best. -more-
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ordered an expanded inquiry Monday into whether El Paso Corp. drove up the price of natural gas destined for California last year by improperly favoring gas marketing companies it owns in bidding for transportation capacity on one of its pipelines. -more-
Federal probe widens into prices of natural gas 06-12-2001
Governor orders discounts for businesses that cut power use 06-11-2001
Store in quandary over pigeons 06-09-2001
Rookie testifies against ex-Oakland police officers 06-08-2001
California auto insurance rates defy upward trend 06-07-2001
Activist settles suit with publisher over book 06-06-2001
City may sign on to energy protest By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 06-12-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities 06-12-2001
Letters to the Editor 06-12-2001
Arts & Entertainment 06-12-2001
Shoring up creek slope under consideration By John GeluardiDaily Planet staff 06-12-2001
District unifies services By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 06-12-2001
Man, still claiming innocence, released from prison after 17 years The Associated Press 06-12-2001
Political pressure eases for Davis as power prices dip The Associated Press 06-12-2001
Yosemite killer could face more charges The Associated Press 06-12-2001
Review boards shown to favor HMOs in disputes The Associated Press 06-12-2001
Protesters few and far between for McVeigh execution The Associated Press 06-12-2001
Bomber’s death is satisfaction for some, doubful for others The Associated Press 06-12-2001
Peregrine Systems buying rival The Associated Press 06-12-2001
Numbers, history can’t explain market By John Cunniff The Associated Press 06-12-2001
Rebel group claiming death of American hostage The Associated Press 06-12-2001
Family hangs on to hope report is false The Associated Press 06-12-2001
Berkeley writers help school’s achievement gap By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 06-11-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities Compiled by Sabrina Forkish 06-11-2001
Letters to the Editor 06-11-2001
Arts & Entertainment Staff 06-11-2001
One survivor’s story By Jon Mays Daily Planet Staff 06-11-2001
City to workers: Get on the bus By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 06-11-2001
Transportation Commission rejects Bay Bridge toll hike 06-11-2001
Summer book contest is on By Sabrina Forkish Daily Planet Correpsondent 06-11-2001
Power thieves cost PG&E $100 million The Associated Press 06-11-2001
Gas prices down to start summer The Associated Press 06-11-2001
Power crisis may hurt affordable housing The Associated Press 06-11-2001
Chron exec Bronstein attacked by Komodo dragon The Associated Press 06-11-2001
Vietnamese refugee accused of killing The Associated Press 06-11-2001
Pharmacy regulators try to regain control of complaints By Audrey Cooper Associated Press Writer 06-11-2001
Vintage toy maker Wham-O trying to regain its punch By Michael Liedtke AP Business Writer 06-11-2001
Harnessing sea power: the energy wave of the future? By Michelle Locke Associated Press Writer 06-11-2001
No new safety officers at Berkeley High School By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 06-09-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities 06-09-2001
Letters to the Editor 06-09-2001
Arts & Entertainment Staff 06-09-2001
Experts meeting to find ways to curb youth sports violence By Mario Fox Associated Press Writer 06-09-2001
New superintendent gets formal district welcome By Judith Scherr Daily Planet Staff 06-09-2001
Sports Shorts Staff 06-09-2001
La Peña benefit honors hard work of Dolores Huerta By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 06-09-2001
Crossing the Bay before bridges By Susan Cerny 06-09-2001
BRIEFS Staff 06-09-2001
Grid operators ask for refunds The Associated Press 06-09-2001
One dead, three others infected with meningitis The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Rookie testifies he was pressured to quit The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Web site helps people get out of California The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Underside of Saturn’s rings seen The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Airlines held liable for asthmatic’s death The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Trial of alleged synagogue bombers delayed The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Charges dismissed against one SLA lawyer The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Judge sets deadline for Disney to turn in injury data The Associated Press 06-09-2001
1,660 bills make it past legislative deadline The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Jury convicts foster mother in death of 4-year-old boy The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Bears make a splash in LA The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Investigation shows Florida voting plagued The Associated Press 06-09-2001
McCain campaign veterans say GOP departure unlikely The Associated Press 06-09-2001
More global warming research proposed The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Preparations finalized for McVeigh execution The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Schools cut back on PB-and-J because of allergic kids The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Juniper Networks warns on earnings, will cut jobs The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Intel says it will meet expectations The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Iran’s reformist president headed for landslide victory The Associated Press 06-09-2001
U.S. steps up Mideast efforts The Associated Press 06-09-2001
Police begin probe into school stabbings The Associated Press 06-09-2001
SUMMER SESSIONS 06-08-2001
BHS crew heads to nationals By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 06-08-2001
Aroner: California must do more to stop AIDS From the office of Assmblymember Dion Aroner: 06-08-2001
City’s traffic management faces road blocks By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 06-08-2001
FORUM 06-08-2001
3 new principals named By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 06-08-2001
Latinos call for better education By Judith Scherr Daily Planet staff 06-08-2001
County budget shows slower growth rate Bay City News 06-08-2001
Rep. Barbara Lee honored for work in AIDS and HIV Bay City News 06-08-2001
Electric bill down for low-income ratepayers The Associated Press 06-08-2001
Board sets passing grades for high school test The Associated Press 06-08-2001
Obesity greater health risk than smoking, survey indicates The Associated Press 06-08-2001
The art of inspection: monitoring your remodel The Associated Press 06-08-2001
The Gardener’s Guide: Be careful with pink seeds By Lee Reich AP Weekly Features 06-08-2001
Improving home accessibility for the disabled The Associated Press 06-08-2001
Refiners warn of shortages if no blackout exemptions The Associated Press 06-08-2001
Juno, NetZero set to merge The Associated Press 06-08-2001
Bush signs tax cut, says rebates will happen The Associated Press 06-08-2001
Hearings will focus on work-related injuries The Associated Press 06-08-2001
Giants stay local, draft Cash, Meyer Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 06-07-2001
New mayor faces the two cities of L.A. By Ruben Martinez Pacific News Service 06-07-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities 06-07-2001
Minority numbers up in advanced classes By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 06-07-2001
Gladstone makes his first change, fires two Staff Report 06-07-2001
FORUM 06-07-2001
Council opens public hearing on Beth El By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 06-07-2001
Pacifica Radio troubles continue By Judith Scherr Daily Planet staff 06-07-2001
Beth El: project blends into area area By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 06-07-2001
BRIEFS Staff 06-07-2001
Senate votes to limit fat, sugar content in school food The Associated Press 06-07-2001
Smoker wins $3 billion in Philip Morris suit The Associated Press 06-07-2001
Bill will expand rights for domestic partners The Associated Press 06-07-2001
New L.A. mayor winner inherits a political dynasty The Associated Press 06-07-2001
Lucent offers voluntary buyouts The Associated Press 06-07-2001
State’s economy at risk as power crunch continues The Associated Press 06-07-2001
MARKET ROUNDUP 06-07-2001
Residents take up tree causes with Parks panel By Matt Lorenz Special to the Daily Planet 06-06-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities 06-06-2001
Letters to the Editor 06-06-2001
Arts & Entertainment Staff 06-06-2001
Jerry Rice becomes newest Oakland Raider The Associated Press 06-06-2001
Entrepreneur taps winery business right in Berkeley By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 06-06-2001
San Pablo Avenue plan back to ZAB By Judith Scherr Daily Planet staff 06-06-2001
Film prompts discussion about male teen needs By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 06-06-2001
Board will hear public input on district budget By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 06-06-2001
Package for foster care housing, training OK’d The Associated Press 06-06-2001
City Attorney leads L.A. mayor’s race The Associated Press 06-06-2001
Community backs teachers on strike The Associated Press 06-06-2001
San Jose police say 7 hostages taken at DMV The Associated Press 06-06-2001
Senate floor calm in last GOP run meeting The Associated Press 06-06-2001
Department urged to look into Florida election process The Associated Press 06-06-2001
Cancer rates on the decline, maybe thanks to science The Associated Press 06-06-2001
Napster close to deal with three record labels The Associated Press 06-06-2001
U.N. AIDS chief says global pandemic in early stages The Associated Press 06-06-2001
Mideast cease-fire in fragile state The Associated Press 06-06-2001
Earth study launched by scientists The Associated Press 06-06-2001
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