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Afghan Americans hold press conference

By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff
Saturday September 22, 2001

As American war planes and ground troops speed toward the Middle East and President Bush intensifies war rhetoric directed at the Taliban, 40 Afghan Americans held a press conference at UC Berkeley Friday to remind their neighbors that they are not the enemy. -more-


Out and About

Staff–compiled by Guy Poole
Saturday September 22, 2001

Saturday, Sept. 22

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The Campanile, Berkeley’s most prominent landmark

By Susan Cerny Special to the Daily Planet
Saturday September 22, 2001

The Campanile is Berkeley's most prominent landmark and is the most important visual symbol of UC Berkeley. It can be seen from the hills of San Francisco, most parts of Berkeley, North Oakland, Albany, El Cerrito, and on a clear day, from as far away as the Golden Gate Bridge. -more-


Find solutions without violence

Thomas Wandall
Saturday September 22, 2001

Editor: -more-


Photos from the world’s largest daily paper on display

By Maryann Maslan Special to the Daily Planet
Saturday September 22, 2001

A sumo wrestler, a ground splitting earthquake, the Beatles, and the funeral of an emperor share the halls of history at the UC Berkeley Center for Photography’s current exhibit, “50 Years of Photography in Japan 1951-2001.” -more-


BHS field hockey falls 1-0

By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff
Saturday September 22, 2001

Growing team still looking for first win -more-


Forum addresses care barriers for people living with disabilities

By Jeffrey Obser Daily Planet staff
Saturday September 22, 2001

OAKLAND – Advocates of better access to health care for people with disabilities gathered Friday to share ideas for reform amidst grim stories of illness aggravated by bureaucracy. -more-


Find a solution that’s not war

George and Aileen Kauffman
Saturday September 22, 2001

The Daily Planet received this letter addressed to Rep. Barbara Lee: -more-


Arts and Entertainment Calendar

Staff
Saturday September 22, 2001

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Bears fighting history, themselves in Pullman

By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff
Saturday September 22, 2001

Ball’s diatribe offends coaches as Cal tries for first Washington win since 1979 -more-


Neighbors cry fowl over proposed restaurant

By Hadas Ragolsky Special to the Daily Planet
Saturday September 22, 2001

Residents living near Delaware Street and San Pablo Avenue woke up Wednesday morning to find fresh fliers on their windshields warning, “Neighborhood Alert!!” Popeyes, a chicken and biscuits fast-food chain restaurant would be coming to their neighborhood, moving into the unoccupied space where Rich’s Bulky Burger once operated. -more-


Prevention should top agenda

Staff
Saturday September 22, 2001

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East Bay religious leaders grapple with terror attacks

By Bruce Gerstman Special to the Daily Planet
Saturday September 22, 2001

As East Bay residents turn to their faith for support, leaders of different religious congregations are dealing with questions of how a just God could permit last week’s terrorist acts in New York and Washington, D.C. and whether war is the correct response. -more-


Craig’s dismissal unfair

E. Campos
Saturday September 22, 2001

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Treatment better than jail

Tod Mikuriya, M.D.
Saturday September 22, 2001

Mandated chemical dependency treatment vouchers to treat problems caused by powerful opiates and other similar drugs would be more apropos and effective at responding to medical and criminal justice problems than by hiring cops. -more-


Oakland Airport open, but fewer people are flying

By Hadas Ragolsky Special to the Daily Planet
Saturday September 22, 2001

OAKLAND – A week after four commercial flights were hijacked and crashed in terrorist attacks, Oakland International Airport officials said that up to 85 percent of its flights are operating again, but with far fewer passengers. Terminal Two, used by Southwest Airlines, was packed while Terminal One, used by other airlines, was nearly empty Thursday. -more-


Features

Cartoon protesters change tactics

By Carlos Cruz Special to the Daily Planet
Saturday September 22, 2001

At 12:17 a.m. Friday morning Vivianne Scott kneeled on the ground and began lighting 70 candles spread out in the shape a of a peace sign. -more-


Air regulators’ move against dry cleaning draws opposition

By Leon Drouin Keith Associated Press Writer
Saturday September 22, 2001

DIAMOND BAR, Calif. — More than 400 Los Angeles-area dry cleaners showed their opposition to plans that would make them the first in the country forced to give up their industry’s most commonly used chemical. -more-


Spacecraft readied for flyby of comet

Staff
Saturday September 22, 2001

PASADENA — NASA’s Deep Space 1 spacecraft will swoop within 1,240 miles of a comet on Saturday in an attempt to image for only the second time ever the dark nucleus of one of the frozen balls of dust and ice. -more-


Satellites fall to ocean after rocket failure

Staff
Saturday September 22, 2001

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE — A rocket carrying a pair of NASA and commercial satellites and cremated remains of 50 people failed during launch and apparently fell into the Indian Ocean on Friday. -more-


Car problems driving you crazy? Let Tom and Ray help

By Tom and Ray Magliozzi
Saturday September 22, 2001

Dear Tom and Ray: -more-


Amid security precautions, San Francisco tourism on hold

By Ritu Bhatnagar Associated Press Writer
Saturday September 22, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO — With the Golden Gate Bridge temporarily closed to bike and pedestrian traffic for security reasons, tourists eager for a close-up look at the landmark are gazing at it from afar. -more-


Worried investors continue to sell, Wall Street takes another hit

By Amy Baldwin AP Business Writer
Saturday September 22, 2001

NEW YORK — Wall Street, consumed by political and economy uncertainty, sold stocks sharply lower for the fourth time in five sessions Friday, giving the Dow Jones industrials their biggest one-week point decline ever. -more-


Around the state effects of terror attacks can be felt

The Associated Press
Saturday September 22, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO — The Golden Gate Bridge, the Transamerica Pyramid and the San Francisco Bay area’s water supply are three potential terrorist targets, according to experts. -more-


Cher wins wrongful termination lawsuit

Associated Press
Saturday September 22, 2001

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A jury found in favor of Cher on Friday, dismissing a lawsuit by an accountant who said he lost his job and was harassed for noting labor violations during construction of the entertainer’s Malibu mansion -more-


Editorial

Librarians deserve better

Norah Foster
Saturday September 22, 2001

The Daily Planet received this letter addressed to Pres. Atkinson of the University of California and Chancellor Berdahl of UC Berkeley: -more-


Back Stories

Opinion

Editorials

Librarians deserve better 09-22-2001

Flag controversy put to rest 09-22-2001

We ought not become terrorists ourselves 09-21-2001

Fire Dept.’s decision to remove flags questioned 09-21-2001

BART workers approve new contract 09-20-2001

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

News

Afghan Americans hold press conference By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 09-22-2001

Out and About Staff–compiled by Guy Poole 09-22-2001

The Campanile, Berkeley’s most prominent landmark By Susan Cerny Special to the Daily Planet 09-22-2001

Find solutions without violence Thomas Wandall 09-22-2001

Photos from the world’s largest daily paper on display By Maryann Maslan Special to the Daily Planet 09-22-2001

BHS field hockey falls 1-0 By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 09-22-2001

Forum addresses care barriers for people living with disabilities By Jeffrey Obser Daily Planet staff 09-22-2001

Find a solution that’s not war George and Aileen Kauffman 09-22-2001

Arts and Entertainment Calendar Staff 09-22-2001

Bears fighting history, themselves in Pullman By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 09-22-2001

Neighbors cry fowl over proposed restaurant By Hadas Ragolsky Special to the Daily Planet 09-22-2001

Prevention should top agenda Staff 09-22-2001

East Bay religious leaders grapple with terror attacks By Bruce Gerstman Special to the Daily Planet 09-22-2001

Craig’s dismissal unfair E. Campos 09-22-2001

Treatment better than jail Tod Mikuriya, M.D. 09-22-2001

Oakland Airport open, but fewer people are flying By Hadas Ragolsky Special to the Daily Planet 09-22-2001

Cartoon protesters change tactics By Carlos Cruz Special to the Daily Planet 09-22-2001

Air regulators’ move against dry cleaning draws opposition By Leon Drouin Keith Associated Press Writer 09-22-2001

Spacecraft readied for flyby of comet Staff 09-22-2001

Satellites fall to ocean after rocket failure Staff 09-22-2001

Car problems driving you crazy? Let Tom and Ray help By Tom and Ray Magliozzi 09-22-2001

Amid security precautions, San Francisco tourism on hold By Ritu Bhatnagar Associated Press Writer 09-22-2001

Worried investors continue to sell, Wall Street takes another hit By Amy Baldwin AP Business Writer 09-22-2001

Around the state effects of terror attacks can be felt The Associated Press 09-22-2001

Cher wins wrongful termination lawsuit Associated Press 09-22-2001

Berkeley High player suspended for Web site quote By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 09-21-2001

09-21-2001

Save Florida – please Bruce Joffe Oakland 09-21-2001

09-21-2001

Students gather to protest war Chris O’Connell Special to the Daily Planet 09-21-2001

Tailback George carrying a big load for Panthers By Tim Haran Daily Planet Correspondent 09-21-2001

Fire department should fly flag as sign of unity John French Albany, CA 09-21-2001

Events planned in response to terror attacks 09-21-2001

BHS turns down students’ request for tolerance rally By Jeffrey Obser Daily Planet Staff 09-21-2001

Not time for rallies Carol Denney Berkeley 09-21-2001

Workers say Skates not paying them ‘living wage’ By Hank Sims Daily Planet Staff 09-21-2001

Thanks for courageous vote Raymond A. Chamberlin Berkeley 09-21-2001

Loni Hancock to run for assembly – maybe By Judith Scherr Daily Planet editor 09-21-2001

Gratitude for courageous vote The Daily Planet received a copy of this letter to Rep. Barbara Laura Bartels Goldsborough Albany 09-21-2001

Youth soccer field air test shows cause for concern By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 09-21-2001

Protesters still seeking apology for ‘blatantly racist’ Daily Cal cartoon By Carlos Cruz and Carole-Anne Elliott Special to the Daily Planet 09-21-2001

Governor Davis illegally seized power contracts, court rules By David Kravetz Associated Press Writer 09-21-2001

Judge refuses to throw out charges of negligent homicide against Cincinatti police officer By John Nolan Associated Press Writer 09-21-2001

Thousands become U.S. citizens amid terrorism crisis By John Rogers Associated Press Writer 09-21-2001

Berkeley Art Museum celebrates reopening with new exhibits By Maryann Maslan Special to the Daily Planet 09-21-2001

Clever use of colors can influence moods in your home By Carol McGarvey Associated Press 09-21-2001

Regulators fine Pac Bell $25.6 million for deceptive marketing By Karen Gaudette Associated Press Writer 09-21-2001

O’Dowd beats Berkeley for fifth year in a row By Tim Haran Daily Planet Correspondent 09-20-2001

09-20-2001

Antenna laws must be for people not industry 09-20-2001

Seminary rejuvenation complete By Jeffrey Obser Daily Planet staff 09-20-2001

Bears bounce back to beat Santa Clara Daily Planet Wire Services 09-20-2001

Fellowship takes stand Ann Ginger, Berkeley Richard Challacombe for the fellowship 09-20-2001

Group arrested protesting Daily Cal’s ‘racist’ cartoon By Carlos Cruz Special to the Daily Planet 09-20-2001

Seek justice, not revenge Bill Haskell Berkeley 09-20-2001

Ralliers fight back against consolidation at local hospitals By Hank Sims Daily Planet staff 09-20-2001

We may know what drove them James K. Sayre Oakland 09-20-2001

City encourages students to bike and walk to school By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 09-20-2001

KPFA rally criticizes selection of board members By Judith Scherr Daily Planet staff 09-20-2001

New air pollution controls planned on several recreational vehicles By John Heilprin Associated Press Writer 09-20-2001

FedEx, Sears pull ‘Politically Incorrect’ TV advertisements By Lynn Elber AP Television Writer 09-20-2001

SF Bay area quake study sees potential in northern Hayward fault Associated Press 09-20-2001

Deregulation dims after power crisis By Jennifer Coleman Associated Press Writer 09-20-2001

Winemaker Mondavi gives $35 million to UC Davis The Associated Press 09-20-2001

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