A week after the terrorist attacks on New York City and Washington, D.C., that killed over 5,000 people and left U.S. leaders promising retaliation, some Berkeley residents shifted their focus from grief to political action. -more-
My everlasting thanks goes to you for taking such a courageous position on the House vote (H J RES 64) authorizing the use of United States Armed Forces against those responsible for the recent attacks launched against the United States. -more-
924 Gilman Street Sept. 21: Slow Gherkin, 78 RPMS, Enemy You, Wisecracker; Sept. 23: 5 p.m. Subtonix, Running Ragged, (+t.b.a.); Sept. 28: Erase Errata, The Intima, Ibobuki, (+t.b.a.); Sept. 29: DS-13, Beware, Blown To Bits, (+t.b.a.); Most shows are $5 and start at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. -more-
Berkeley High’s ID card program, created to keep out potential troublemakers, is proving slow to catch on among the school’s famously cheeky student body. -more-
I do not now, nor will I ever support a United States retaliatory response to the tragic events of this past Tuesday. -more-
The City Council put a damper on the Guinness & Oyster Festival by voting down a request to waive $2,600 in event fees because the festival has a corporate alcohol sponsor. -more-
Hamilton Billy Greene was not a man who made enemies, according to those who knew him. As Greene’s friends and family began planning his memorial service, which was Sunday, they said they couldn’t imagine why anyone – even a robber – would want to murder him at his doorstep. -more-
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Editor:
FRESNO — Two Saudi Arabian men who attend the International English Institute were detained and questioned for a few hours before being cleared of any connection to the terrorist attacks on the East Coast last week. -more-
SANTA ANA (AP) — More than half the prospective jurors in the case of an Egyptian man accused of molesting and murdering a boy were dismissed by a judge Monday for prejudice against Middle Easterners. -more-
SACRAMENTO — Nine California counties, including the state’s two largest, will not be able to use punch-card voting systems beginning in 2006 and possibly 2004, says California’s top elections official. -more-
Berkeley High School is at risk of losing its accreditation. Should this happen, the consequences for our community would be disastrous. Accreditation insures that when a student transfers to another high school, or applies for college admission, credit will be given for work completed. Without accreditation, our community and other schools and colleges will have no basis for confidence in a student's grades or learning. -more-
LOS ANGELES — Defense companies with facilities in California may get a boost from a military action against terrorism, but the state’s economy is not likely to see a long-term benefit, experts say. -more-
The purpose of high school, I believe, is to prepare students for a meaningful life in the 21st century; to be a good citizen, economically self-sufficient and respectful of themselves and others. There are many paths to self-fulfillment and a productive, meaningful life. Acquiring a college diploma is only one of these. I also believe high school must inculcate honor and respect for all avenues to success, and that it is important not to denigrate any of them in the eyes of our students. Students should be encouraged to aspire towards any of the myriad of paths leading to a meaningful life that they find personally satisfying. -more-
SACRAMENTO — Consumer groups and the Senate’s top Democrat said Monday there’s no need for an extra legislative attempt to save beleaguered Southern California Edison from bankruptcy. -more-
09-19-2001
Authorities believe terrorists planned second wave of attacks 09-19-2001
School bonds won’t be on March ballot, but could go in November 09-18-2001
Different response 09-18-2001
Legislators settle on Bay Bridge retrofitting deal 09-17-2001
Unknown number of FBI agents to protect airports 09-15-2001
Handgun safety bill sent to governor 09-14-2001
President Bush brands attacks ‘acts of war’ 09-13-2001
Protesters rally against war Hank Sims Daily Planet staff 09-19-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities Staff 09-19-2001
The Daily Planet received a copy of this e-mail to Rep. Barbara Lee: Tom Kelly 09-19-2001
Arts 09-19-2001
ID tags ignored by scores of Berkeley High students By Jeffrey Obser Daily Planet staff 09-19-2001
The Daily Planet received a copy of this letter addressed to President Bush: Mitch Triplett 09-19-2001
City won’t waive Guinness & Oyster festival fees By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 09-19-2001
Kudos to Rep. Barbara Lee Eric Romann 09-19-2001
Murder of Emeryville artist leaves unanswered questions By Mary Spicuzza Special to the Daily Planet 09-19-2001
John M. Hartenstein, Esq. 09-19-2001
Cynthia Gong 09-19-2001
Effects of last week’s terror attacks felt throughout state The Associated Press 09-19-2001
Fly the flag Heidi Seney 09-19-2001
Jury prospects for Egyptian man’s trial dismissed for prejudice Associated Press 09-19-2001
His death won’t help Chris Rasmussen 09-19-2001
Punch-card systems used in nine counties to be decertified By Jennifer Kerr Associated Press Writer 09-19-2001
Berkeley High School must focus By Shirley Issel Vice President Berkeley School Board 09-19-2001
War on terrorism would have mixed economic impact on state By Gary Gentile AP Business Writer 09-19-2001
Let’s reconsider the purpose of high school By Terry Doran School Board President 09-19-2001
Burton: No special session necessary for energy issues By Jennifer Coleman Associated Press Writer 09-19-2001
UC pays tribute to victims By Jeffrey Obser Daily Planet staff 09-18-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities Staff 09-18-2001
Standing together By Judith Scherr Daily Planet editor 09-18-2001
Arts Staff 09-18-2001
City helps small businesses with $2 million energy boost By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 09-18-2001
Don’t let this horror be like the last Diane A. Tokugawa 09-18-2001
Accreditation may be less important than school officials think 09-18-2001
Proud of Lee’s vote Juliet Lamont 09-18-2001
Plans for apartment building hindered by ‘Structure of Merit’ By Hank Sims Daily Planet staff 09-18-2001
U.S.A.: a beacon James Tamietti 09-18-2001
Firefighters ‘fill boot’ for families of fallen New York colleagues By Hank Sims Daily Planet staff 09-18-2001
March in peace Thomas de Lackner 09-18-2001
California woman charged with intimidating Sikhs in Oregon By Steven Du Bois Associated Press Writer 09-18-2001
No plans yet to abandon search for survivors of attack By Richard Pyle Associated Press Writer 09-18-2001
Prosecutor: Cincinnati officer failed to follow procedures in shooting that triggered riots By John Nolan Associated Press Writer 09-18-2001
Falwell apologizes for ‘insensitive’ remarks By Kevin Hall Associated Press Writer 09-18-2001
Prosecutor sues attorney general over assault weapon law By Brian Melley Associated Press Writer 09-18-2001
Airport traffic light across state as nation attempts to recover from attacks By Gary Gentile Associated Press Writer 09-18-2001
Market resumes trading, Dow tumbles more than 680 By Amy Baldwin AP Business Writer 09-18-2001
eBay hopes to facilitate $100 million in donations Associated Press 09-18-2001
City leaders react to Lee’s vote against war By Jon Mays Daily Planet staff 09-17-2001
Out and About Compiled by Guy Poole 09-17-2001
School districts, auditors, and accountability By Ann-Marie Hogan 09-17-2001
Arts and Entertainment Calendar Staff 09-17-2001
Panthers win a squeaker over El Cerrito By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 09-17-2001
What Lee said on house floor Barbara Lee 09-17-2001
Compelling reason to revert to elections based on geography Staff 09-17-2001
Shore clean-up nets an odd bounty By Jennifer Dix Daily Planet Correspondent 09-17-2001
Conservatism is for heroes’ Tim Plume 09-17-2001
Rep. Lee has history of opposing the use of force The Associated Press 09-17-2001
Star fire 100 percent contained The Associated Press 09-17-2001
Alleged drug den bursts into flames Staff 09-17-2001
Richmond prep school opening delayed Staff 09-17-2001
Pacifica fined for environmental violations Staff 09-17-2001
Report says FBI was warned two hijackers were already in U.S. The Associated Press 09-17-2001
Muslim store owner killed after confronting customers The Associated Press 09-17-2001
Terrorist attack spurred decrease in crime statewide The Associated Press 09-17-2001
Thousands of reservists prepare for call up The Associated Press 09-17-2001
Apple fights to regain ground in education market By May Wong AP Technology Writer 09-17-2001
City copes with tragedy By Hank SimsDaily Planet staff 09-15-2001
Calendar of Events & Activities Staff 09-15-2001
Fly a flag, Berkeley David Gee 09-15-2001
ArtsWeekend 09-15-2001
Message of cancellation from the Arab Film Festival 09-15-2001
Logan piles on big plays to beat ’Jackets By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 09-15-2001
Community claims victory in tritium facility closure By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 09-15-2001
Letter from Bhutan Tshewang Dendup Thimphu, Bhutan, 09-15-2001
Cal soccer games set for Monday Daily Planet Wire Services 09-15-2001
Campus stands with Muslims By Chris O'Connell Special to the Daily Planet 09-15-2001
A Sikh mourns the tragedy, fears blind hate Narinder Singh 09-15-2001
Beth El synagogue-school compromise called ‘miraculous’ By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 09-15-2001
GTU community searches for answers 09-15-2001
Old City Hall a symbol of Berkeley’s essence By Susan Cerny 09-15-2001
Judge OKs venue change By Kim Curtis Associated Press Writer 09-15-2001
Frantic final day for 2001 legislative session By Jennifer Kerr Associated Press Writer 09-15-2001
Pros and cons of front wheel drive By Tom and Ray Magliozzi 09-15-2001
Wall Street faces uncertainty when trading resumes By Amy Baldwin AP Business Writer 09-15-2001
Kennedy plans new project By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 09-14-2001
Out & About Staff 09-14-2001
Beyond bin Laden – why are we so hated? William O. Beeman Pacific News Service 09-14-2001
’Jackets’ tough preseason continues against Logan By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 09-14-2001
Berkeley comic shows the lighter side of temping By Peter Crimmins Daily Planet Correspondent 09-14-2001
Arts and Entertainment Calendar Staff 09-14-2001
No new fast food on San Pablo Avenue, commission advises By Hank Sims Daily Planet Staff 09-14-2001
Call for help in promoting peace Suzan Bollich 09-14-2001
Panthers look to fix problems, rebound against El Cerrito By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 09-14-2001
Muslims cautious despite positive UC reaction By Sasha Khokha Special to the Daily Planet 09-14-2001
Motivations are comprehensible George Palen 09-14-2001
Cal-Rutgers football game rescheduled for Nov. 23 Daily Planet Wire Services 09-14-2001
Motivations are comprehensible By Kimberlee Keala Bortfield Special to the Daily Planet 09-14-2001
Enron Corp. agrees to turn over documents to Senate investigators By Jennifer Coleman Associated Press Writer 09-14-2001
Campus Muslim students braced for backlash By Malcolm Gay and Turaya Bryant Special to the Daily Planet 09-14-2001
Berkeley High teens sorting out emotions after attack By Carole-Anne Elliott Special to the Daily Planet 09-14-2001
Critics call redistricting plans too pro-incumbent By Steve Lawrence Associated Press Writer 09-14-2001
U.S. response to terror attacks raises legal issues By Martha Mendoza AP National Writer 09-14-2001
Lawsuits targeting airline industry expected over terrorist hijackings By David Kravets Associated Press Writer 09-14-2001
Don’t let sprinkler systems leave you high and dry Associated Press report 09-14-2001
Sweeheart deal for San Francisco Barbie The Associated Press 09-14-2001
Officials silent on building delays By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 09-13-2001
Cal cancels all games through weekend Staff 09-13-2001
Guy Poole 09-13-2001
Nightmare begins for American Arabs Corey Wade 09-13-2001
Staff 09-13-2001
Alta Bates Summit plan to consolidate meets opposition Hank Sims Daily Planet staff 09-13-2001
Cal golf finishes fourth in North Carolina Staff 09-13-2001
Change is up to us Redwood Mary Berkeley 09-13-2001
Therapists offer free help for stress Staff 09-13-2001
Berkeley high school games on schedule Staff 09-13-2001
Reflections on a day of great tragedy Tom Lent Berkeley 09-13-2001
Lawrence Livermore Labs beef up security after terror attacks By Bruce Gerstman Special to the Daily Planet 09-13-2001
Tragic event no reason for more military dollars Bruce Joffe Oakland 09-13-2001
Police Briefs Staff 09-13-2001
Authorities focus on several terrorist groups By Karen Gullo Associated Press Writer 09-13-2001
Help for kid and adult stress stress Staff 09-13-2001
State lawmakers begin final days with memorial service By Jennifer Kerr Associated Press Writer 09-13-2001
Major bill action by California Legislature Associated Press 09-13-2001
State economy will suffer from attacks, economists say By Gary Gentile AP Business Writer 09-13-2001
Attacks could trigger temporary energy price hikes By Karen Gaudette Associated Press Writer 09-13-2001
Former Cal rugby player among hijacking victims By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 09-13-2001
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