During a public hearing at Tuesday’s City Council meeting, a Berkeley parent said one of the city’s public summer camps has a registration practice that has resulted in a “lack of diversity.” -more-
Facing a hostile road crowd and overzealous referees, the St. Mary’s boys’ basketball team advanced to the semifinals of the North Coast Section Division IV playoffs, beating Justin-Siena (Napa) 82-65 on Thursday night. -more-
An ad opposing reparations for descendants of slaves that appeared in Wednesday’s edition of the Daily Californian, the UC Berkeley student-run newspaper, outraged a group of students and faculty who have come together to protest what senior De Carlo Wilson says is a “blatantly racist” attack on people of color. -more-
LOS ANGELES – Matt Barnes scored 13 points, including the go-ahead basket with 1:03 remaining, as No. 12 UCLA defeated California 79-75 on Thursday night for its eighth straight win. -more-
Berkeley landlords turned out en masse Wednesday night to protest language in a Planning Commission Draft General Plan that calls for continuation of rent control and other rent stabilization measures in Berkeley. -more-
After a game in which her team was never close to victory, UCLA head coach Kathy Olivier sat in thought in the press room. Her team had just lost, and her young backcourt had been taken to school by Cal’s experienced guards. -more-
Two men and a woman allegedly kidnapped a women at gun point as she waited for her husband to pick her up on University Avenue Saturday night, police said. -more-
SACRAMENTO — A federal judge Thursday threw out sections of a 1996 campaign finance initiative that regulated paid “slate mailers” – campaign pieces that urge voters to support a list of candidates or issues. -more-
The giant puppets on parade, the banners slung high on buildings overhead, the interlocked arms as protesters wait for their arrests at key intersections in Seattle, the rousing chants in Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Prague. -more-
With instant gratification seemingly the law of the land, it’s nice to know that decorating on the installment plan can be more satisfying than getting it all done the day after tomorrow. -more-
Several years ago, we traveled to Lisbon, Portugal, where we were amazed to find that nearly every home had a TV antenna. -more-
SAN FRANCISCO — Napster users enthusiastically downloaded free songs Thursday on the eve of a court hearing that could finally end its great music giveaway – and present record labels with a new set of problems. -more-
NEW YORK — The nation’s manufacturing activity showed signs of hitting bottom in February as it extended its decline for a seventh month, a key industry group said Thursday. -more-
SACRAMENTO — Ninth-graders will file into gyms and classrooms around the state next Wednesday, No. 2 pencils in hand, to take the state’s new graduation test for the first time. -more-
Next week’s graduation test debut in doubt 03-02-2001
Not answering drug conviction question could mean no aid 03-01-2001
Independent booksellers press their case 02-28-2001
Iranian national who allegedly threatened to ‘kill all Americans’ held without bail 02-28-2001
School test will likely be practice 02-27-2001
Power problems could spread this summer 02-26-2001
Growing white asparagus, a garden delicacy 02-24-2001
City camp seeks more ethnic diversity By John Geluardi Daily Planet Staff 03-02-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities — compiled by Chason Wainwright 03-02-2001
Arts & Entertainment 03-02-2001
St. Mary’s lights up Justin-Siena 82-65 By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 03-02-2001
‘Racist’ ad in campus paper protested By Judith Scherr Daily Planet Staff 03-02-2001
Cal men fall in final minutes The Associated Press 03-02-2001
Landlords want rent control out of General Plan By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet Staff 03-02-2001
Bears complete sweep of UCLA By Ralph Gaston Daily Planet Correspondent 03-02-2001
POLICE BRIEFS Staff 03-02-2001
Group claims high lead levels in medications hidden The Associated Press 03-02-2001
2 space shuttles on way to Florida The Associated Press 03-02-2001
Administration accused of misusing funds The Associated Press 03-02-2001
1996 initiative unconstitutional The Associated Press 03-02-2001
Film raises a ruckus with WTO protest story By Judith Scherr Daily Planet Staff 03-02-2001
Home decorating can be easier if it is done little bit by little bit The Associated Press 03-02-2001
Adding extra cable outlets can be simple By James and Morris Carry The Associated Press 03-02-2001
Travelers often bring the world home with them The Associated Press 03-02-2001
Flurry of downloads as end nears for Napster The Associated Press 03-02-2001
Manufacturing activity ready ‘to hit bottom’ The Associated Press 03-02-2001
By Erika Fricke Daily Planet Staff By Erika Fricke Daily Planet Staff 03-01-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities — compiled by Chason Wainwright 03-01-2001
Berkeley rolls over San Leandro to reach semifinal against DLS By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 03-01-2001
Community holds answer to health disparity By John Geluardi Daily Planet Staff 03-01-2001
Lady ’Jackets run over Warriors to start North Coast Section playoffs By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 03-01-2001
Pet owner becomes ‘owner/guardian’ By John Geluardi Daily Planet Staff 03-01-2001
Software will help school schedules By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet Staff 03-01-2001
FBI arrests alleged terrorist group fund-raisers The Associated Press 03-01-2001
Congresswoman supports repealing prohibitive law Daily Planet wire services 03-01-2001
Book investigates ‘What Really Killed Rosebud’ By Sari Friedman Special to the Daily Planet 03-01-2001
Locals celebrate Mardi Gras By John Geluardi Daily Planet Staff 02-28-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities 02-28-2001
Letters to the Editor 02-28-2001
Arts & Entertainment 02-28-2001
Transportation panel seeks input By Erika Fricke Daily Planet Staff 02-28-2001
CEO defends hospital’s plans By Hank Sims Berkeley Daily Planet 02-28-2001
Out and About Calendar compiled by Guy Poole 02-28-2001
Berkeley Observed Looking back, seeing ahead By Susan Cerny Special to the Daily Planet 02-28-2001
Don’t denounce those who oppose Lee vote Dennis Kuby 02-28-2001
Wary networks begin fall season delayed by attacks By Lynn Elber AP Television Writer 02-28-2001
Arts and Entertainment Calendar Staff 02-28-2001
By Michael Liedtke AP Business Writer By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 02-28-2001
District still short teachers, despite pay raise By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet Staff 02-28-2001
School district files suit against employees to return overpayment By Jeffrey Obser Daily Planet staff 02-28-2001
Only Words? Joy Flaherty 02-28-2001
Schott-Kirk combo lifts Cal to victory By Dean Caparaz Daily Planet Correspondent 02-28-2001
Neighbors get specific in criticism of UC plan By Judith Scherr Daily Planet Staff 02-28-2001
Housing Authority looking for low income tenants By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 02-28-2001
Let the mayor be proud of her cutting-edge city Maris Arnold 02-28-2001
City manager named in closed meeting By Judith Scherr and John Geluardi Daily Planet Staff 02-28-2001
When the School Board doesn’t follow the rules.... By Judith Scherr Daily Planet editor 02-28-2001
Elected officials support Barbara Lee Terry S. Doran, President, Berkeley School Board 02-28-2001
Shot fired into grocery store By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet Staff 02-28-2001
Student district bad idea Doris E. Willingham 02-28-2001
Back on planes, fear of racial profiling remains By Sasha Khokha Special to the Daily Planet 02-28-2001
Scientists ready for smog fight The Associated Press 02-28-2001
Police Briefs Staff 02-28-2001
Pardon may not stop Hearst disclosure The Associated Press 02-28-2001
Car questions beget car answers in the world of Tom and Ray By Tom and Ray Magliozzi 02-28-2001
Bush’s tax plan will need bipartisan support The Associated Press 02-28-2001
Slower growth in Silicon Valley could lessen strain on resources By Colleen Valles Associated Press Writer 02-28-2001
Court upholds Clean Air Act The Associated Press 02-28-2001
State utilities expect natural gas bills lower than last winter By Karen Gaudette Associated Press Writer 02-28-2001
Young poet embraces past and future Marc Polonsky Special to the Daily Planet 02-28-2001
Test scoring error sends reward money to the wrong schools Associated Press 02-28-2001
Consumer confidence continues to drop The Associated Press 02-28-2001
Female state senator doesn’t celebrate women’s suffrage By John Hanna Associated Press Writer 02-28-2001
Jury awards $100 million to plaintiffs who sued drug-maker over heartburn medicine By Deborah Bulkeley Associated Press Writer 02-28-2001
Defense spending to favor spying, communication over bombs By Gary Gentile AP Business Writer 02-28-2001
Keep notes on today’s garden to help you grow tomorrow’s By George Bria Associated Press Writer 02-28-2001
White is a versatile color in the flower garden By Lee Reich AP Weekly Features 02-28-2001
News from around the state related to the terrorist attacks By The Associated Press 02-28-2001
Safeway earnings rise as chain girds for possible strike By Michael LiedtkeAP Business Writer 02-28-2001
Landmark chairman won’t quit By John Geluardi Daily Planet Staff 02-27-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities Compiled by Chason Wainwright 02-27-2001
Student gap top issue in district search By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet Staff 02-27-2001
Council to hear report on health disparities Daily Planet Staff 02-27-2001
Two players accused of academic fraud The Associated Press 02-27-2001
Berkeley professor honored Daily Planet wire services 02-27-2001
Driver charged with murder in pedestrian deaths The Associated Press 02-27-2001
Justices refuse to consider reviving disabled placard fee The Associated Press 02-27-2001
California home sales, prices rise in January The Associated Press 02-27-2001
State electricity hunger, but is no power glutton The Associated Press 02-27-2001
U.S.-Russian project tests space sail The Associated Press 02-27-2001
Power crisis contributes to schools budget woes By Ben LumpkinSpecial to The Daily Planet 02-26-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities 02-26-2001
Letters to the Editor 02-26-2001
Bears down Huskies By Ralph Gaston Special to the Daily Planet 02-26-2001
City fails to buy KBLX land for park By John Geluardi Daily Planet Staff 02-26-2001
St. Mary’s wins BSAL title, earns berth to playoffs By Tim Haran Special to the Daily Planet 02-26-2001
Celebrating Black History By Erika Fricke Daily Planet Staff 02-26-2001
Consultant who lied about endangered frogs sentenced Daily Planet wire report 02-26-2001
Transportation planning workshop scheduled 02-26-2001
State GOP elects chairman to rally against Gov.Davis The Associated Press 02-26-2001
Police investigate student’s intent in fatal crash The Associated Press 02-26-2001
Hells Angels charged in drug ring The Associated Press 02-26-2001
Terry McMillan’s latest novel is of missed opportunities By Sari Friedman Special to the Daily Planet 02-26-2001
Record industry blames Napster for low CD sales The Associated Press 02-26-2001
Judge’s remarks may help Microsoft in breakup appeal The Associated Press 02-26-2001
Terms elevate pet relationship By John Geluardi Daily Planet Staff 02-24-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities Staff 02-24-2001
Letters to the Editor Staff 02-24-2001
Arts & Entertainment Staff 02-24-2001
Berkeley ends season with 14-game winning streak By Tim Haran Daily Planet Correspondent 02-24-2001
Campus plan aims to taper truancy By Ben Lumpkin Special to the Daily Planet 02-24-2001
Preschool can’t make rent, closes down By Judith Scherr Daily Planet Staff 02-24-2001
West Berkeley origins on grazing land By Susan Cerny 02-24-2001
Creosote leak from chimney is dangerous The Associated Press 02-24-2001
Hundreds want to watch McVeigh execution The Associated Press 02-24-2001
Jeb Bush in tears over criticism of staff The Associated Press 02-24-2001
Investors give $435 million to start-up The Associated Press 02-24-2001
State hits 30-year unemployment low The Associated Press 02-24-2001
Market Watch The Associated Press 02-24-2001
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