When Councilmember Kriss Worthington made a proposal on the March 19 City Council agenda to lower residential speed limits to 20 mph, he did not expect the amount of media attention and ridicule that resulted. -more-
The University of California was established in 1868, and classes were initially held in Oakland. When the Berkeley campus opened in 1873 there were only 10 professors or instructors and less than 200 students. By 1900 the university had grown to 4,000 students, one of the largest in the country, and attracted visitors from around the world. -more-
‘Stolen Summer” clearly is the work of a first-time filmmaker who has a lot to learn. That was supposed to be its charm; instead, it’s the film’s downfall. -more-
The Berkeley High swimming team got a shot at some big-time competition on Friday, and the ’Jackets showed up well at the first day of the De La Salle Invitational. -more-
A picture may be worth a thousand words, but a videotape is worth $35,000. -more-
LOS ANGELES — The Oscars’ new home is smaller than last year’s digs, leaving more people who wanted to attend the Academy Awards ceremony without seats this year. -more-
LEWISTON, Idaho - Led by the pitching of senior right-hander Trevor Hutchinson, the Cal baseball team defeated Washington State, 5-1 Friday in the Pac-10 opener at Harris Field in Lewiston, ID. The Bears improve to 17-11 (1-0) on the year and the Cougars go to 10-11 (0-1). -more-
A small group of Berkeley High School students met with Superintendent Michele Lawrence on Friday afternoon, after complaints that they had been left out of the district’s budget-cutting process. -more-
LOS ANGELES — Television has become less infused with sex and violence over the past few years but movies are unchanged, according to a study released Thursday by a Washington think tank. -more-
Saturday, March 23, is the 82nd day of 2002. There are 283 days left in the year. -more-
The “car-free” day in “try-transit” week is no joke. It's not just a bunch of bike people trying to make trouble for the car culture. -more-
NEW YORK — Tom Brokaw and Peter Jennings will both anchor their evening news programs from Beirut, Lebanon next week, where the Arab League is holding its summit. -more-
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ATHENS, Greece — The head of Greece’s television regulatory agency suspended broadcasts Thursday of two popular reality television shows, including “Big Brother,” for violating laws on public decency and dignity. -more-
SAN FRANCISCO — Bay Area dog owners applaud the guilty verdicts in the high-profile mauling trial of two San Francisco attorneys, but fear a backlash against responsible dog owners. -more-
SAN FRANCISCO — The case of two lawyers convicted after their dogs mauled and killed a San Francisco lesbian has opened the door to new legal rights for gays in California. -more-
LOS ANGELES — Mention Iran, and most Americans are likely to think of President Bush’s “axis of evil.” -more-
ALEXANDRIA, Va.— An American who fought with the Taliban spoke with the FBI in Afghanistan only to escape horrible prison conditions, his lawyers said Friday. -more-
SANTA ROSA — Testifying against her former priest, a woman said the man molested her when she was 13 and came to him seeking advice on a romantic dilemma. -more-
About now is when many gardeners go through their annual ritual of overseeding their lawns, often sprinkling grass seed right on top of snow. The snow does make it easier to see the seed, so you can spread it more evenly. And snow provides moisture. -more-
Now, when enthusiasm for any gardening activity is high, is a good time to approach the problem of weeds. Most gardeners begin their annual attack by turning the soil with a rototiller or garden fork. But think back to last summer: didn’t weeds still eventually get the upper hand, drowning out beets and zinnias in a sea of green? -more-
What the cars say about the man -more-
SAN FRANCISCO — The state is increasing efforts to get companies with 50 or more employees to comply with a little-known 1992 law that says if the company pays for parking it must also offer cash to those employees who opt not to drive to work. -more-
WASHINGTON — Lawmakers may issue subpoenas in an effort to force Enron Corp. to disclose the names of investors in its numerous partnerships, a senator involved in Congress’ investigation said Friday. -more-
PALO ALTO — Shares of Hewlett-Packard Co. dropped nearly 2 percent Friday after an internal memo surfaced saying revenue and profit in the company’s services division were “well below plan.” -more-
SAN FRANCISCO — Environmentalists are suing the federal government to have it re-protect the habitat of a songbird found in the Southwest that has been reduced to about 500 pairs. -more-
Environmentalists sue to reinstate critical habitat for bird 03-23-2002
City may ban cardboard coffee-cup sleeves 03-22-2002
City may ban cardboard coffee-cup sleeves 03-21-2002
Oakland hires guard to bar Caltrans from disputed land 03-20-2002
News of the Weird 03-19-2002
Asian-American scientists end two-year lab boycott 03-18-2002
20 mph speed limit debate races on By Jia-Rui Chong, Daily Planet staff 03-23-2002
Cloyne Court Hotel was host to many illustrious university visitors By Susan Cerny, Special to the Daily Planet 03-23-2002
Fewer cars would mean more happy drivers Mitch Cohen 03-23-2002
Project Greenlight contest winner opens this weekend By Christy Lemire, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
Art & Entertainment Calendar Staff 03-23-2002
Out & About Calendar – Compiled by Guy Poole 03-23-2002
’Jackets put up strong showing at first day of DLS Invitational By Jared Green, Daily Planet Staff 03-23-2002
KPFA protester sues city for false arrest By Jia-Rui Chong, Daily Planet staff 03-23-2002
Bicycles “roll” too Evelyn Giardina 03-23-2002
Oscars’ new, smaller Hollywood home means some people aren’t getting inside By Anthony Breznican, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
Bears start Pac-10 play with 5-1 win Daily Planet Wire Services 03-23-2002
Superintendent meets with students behind closed doors By Jia-Rui Chong, Daily Planet staff 03-23-2002
Help the schools: raise parcel tax! Nathan Meyer 03-23-2002
Study: Sex and violence are down on TV, but not in the movies By Lynn Elber, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
Sports shorts Staff 03-23-2002
Today in History Staff 03-23-2002
Give transit a chance and show just how different Berkeley is Steve Geller 03-23-2002
Brokaw, Jennings anchoring evening news from Arab League summit The Associated Press 03-23-2002
Sports this weekend Staff 03-23-2002
Family members seek to prove San Diego woman is oldest living person By Catharine Ivey, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
New Vista College would add more mayhem to downtown Sue Somit 03-23-2002
Television watchdog chief in Greece suspends reality shows By Patrick Quinn, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
SF dog owners applaud mauling verdict, fear backlash By Kim Curtis, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
Dog attack case opens door to new legal rights for gays By David Kravets, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
Filmmakers hope Oscar entries raise cultural awareness By Anthony Breznican, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
Lindh’s lawyers say he only spoke to FBI agents to escape prison conditions By Larry Margasak, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
TB cases up slightly but rate the same in 2001 The Associated Press 03-23-2002
Second alleged victim testifies against former priest The Associated Press 03-23-2002
On The House James and Morris Carey 03-23-2002
Help in the quest for a perfect lawn By Lee Reich, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
Attack weeds wisely By Lee Reich, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
Click and Clack Talk Cars Tom and Ray Magliozzi 03-23-2002
Analyst wants compliance with parking law By Colleen Valles, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
Enron may be subpoenaed for names of investors By Alan Fram, The Associated Press 03-23-2002
HP stock sags on report of low sales, merger distraction The Associated Press 03-23-2002
School board closes City of Franklin By David Scharfenberg, Daily Planet staff 03-22-2002
Palestinians want more than just peace Josh May 03-22-2002
Not your typical fairy tale by John Angell Grant, Special to the Daily Planet 03-22-2002
Art & Entertainment Calendar Staff 03-22-2002
Out & About Calendar – Compiled by Guy Poole 03-22-2002
Confusion reigns at ACCAL track meet By Jared Green,Daily Planet Staff 03-22-2002
Community comes out to voice opinions on Eastshore Park usage By Jia-Rui Chong, Daily Planet staf 03-22-2002
Bicyclist says no to car-free Shattuck Jef Poskanzer 03-22-2002
Cal freshman Jamal Sampson declares for NBA draft Daily Planet Wire Services 03-22-2002
A Butterfly sails into town Staff 03-22-2002
Prejudicial statements promote hatred, deter peace Terry Fletcher 03-22-2002
Actors hope to pad short list of black Oscar winners By David Germain, The Associated Press 03-22-2002
ACCAL Jamboree offers a preview of boys’ volleyball By Jared Green, Daily Planet Staff 03-22-2002
Today in History Staff 03-22-2002
Two men, stabbed in South Berkeley By David Scharfenberg Daily Planet staff 03-22-2002
Assembly OKs $25 billion education bond issue for November and 2004 ballots By Stefanie Frith, The Associated Press 03-22-2002
Legislators, students say list of tests is too long, biased By Stefanie Frith, The Associated Press 03-22-2002
Victims of Russian mob said to be from Los Angeles By Paul Wilborn, The Associated Press 03-22-2002
Secretary faces first-degree murder charge in lawyer’s death The Associated Press 03-22-2002
Dog mauling jury didn’t believe defendants By Linda Deutsch, The Associated Press 03-22-2002
Charges in dog-attack case defined The Associated Press 03-22-2002
Neighbors applaud guilty verdicts for Knoller and Noel By Ron Harris, The Associated Press 03-22-2002
Home Matters: Composite deck planks are a home run The Associated Press 03-22-2002
Two friends win $29 million in the Lottery The Associated Press 03-22-2002
Providian will pay $38 million to settle shareholders suit By Michael Liedtke, The Associated Press 03-22-2002
Bankrupt Global Crossing denies deceptive accounting By Jim AbramsThe Associated Press 03-22-2002
School board closes City of Franklin By David Scharfenberg, Daily Planet staff 03-21-2002
Palestinians want more than just peace Josh May 03-21-2002
Not your typical fairy tale by John Angell Grant, Special to the Daily Planet 03-21-2002
Arts & Entertainment Calendar Staff 03-21-2002
Out & About Calendar – Compiled by Guy Poole 03-21-2002
Confusion reigns at ACCAL track meet By Jared Green,Daily Planet Staff 03-21-2002
Community comes out to voice opinions on Eastshore Park usage By Jia-Rui Chong, Daily Planet staff 03-21-2002
Bicyclist says no to car-free Shattuck Jef Poskanzer 03-21-2002
Return of E.T.: Everyone’s favorite alien gets a facelift By David Germain,The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Cal freshman Jamal Sampson declares for NBA draft Daily Planet Wire Services 03-21-2002
ACCAL Jamboree offers a preview of boys’ volleyball By Jared Green,Daily Planet Staff 03-21-2002
A Butterfly sails into town Staff 03-21-2002
Prejudicial statements promote hatred, deter peace Terry Fletcher 03-21-2002
Actors hope to pad short list of black Oscar winners By David Germain,The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Today in History Staff 03-21-2002
Two men, stabbed in South Berkeley By David Scharfenberg Daily Planet staff 03-21-2002
Assembly OKs $25 billion education bond issue for November and 2004 ballots By Stefanie Frith The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Legislators, students say list of tests is too long, biased By Stefanie Frith,The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Victims of Russian mob said to be from Los Angeles By Paul Wilborn,The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Secretary faces first-degree murder charge in lawyer’s death The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Dog mauling jury didn’t believe defendants By Linda Deutsch, The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Charges in dog-attack case defined The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Neighbors applaud guilty verdicts for Knoller and Noel By Ron Harris,The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Home Matters: Composite deck planks are a home run The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Two friends win $29 million in the Lottery The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Providian will pay $38 million to settle shareholders suit By Michael Liedtke,The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Bankrupt Global Crossing denies deceptive accounting By Jim Abrams'The Associated Press 03-21-2002
Struggling to walk with peace By David ScharfenbergDaily Planet staff 03-20-2002
BHS boys’ lacrosse suffers first loss of season By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 03-20-2002
Stop Bush-whacking our future Jane Stillwater Berkeley 03-20-2002
Staff 03-20-2002
Staff 03-20-2002
Residents irked by ‘unfair process,’ confusion By Jia-Rui Chong Daily Planet Staff 03-20-2002
20mph limit will go far to ensure traffic doesn’t Steve Magyary Berkeley 03-20-2002
Today in History Staff 03-20-2002
The vast middle ground of the Mid-East Gabe Kurtz student UC Berkeley 03-20-2002
News of the Weird Staff 03-20-2002
Brazilian leader in social movement speaks tonight at La Peña By Jia-Rui Chong Daily Planet staff 03-20-2002
Jury deliberates in dog mauling case The Associated Press 03-20-2002
Bush administration comes under fire, despite announcement to increase aid The Associated Press 03-20-2002
Body identified in Russian mob probe The Associated Press 03-20-2002
Game not yet over for SF’s Musee Mecanique By Paul Glader The Associated Press 03-20-2002
Abandoned cats found to be owned by SF woman By Paul Glader The Associated Press 03-20-2002
Oakland company gets maximum fine for wastewater violation The Associated Press 03-20-2002
BART shut down after white powder found The Associated Press 03-20-2002
HP shareholders narrowly approve $20 billion merger By Brian Bergstein The Associated Press 03-20-2002
Siebel Systems expands its Utah operations The Associated Press 03-20-2002
Senators review health department’s nuclear waste regulations By Jennifer Coleman The Associated Press 03-20-2002
A lone voice of dissent speaks at UC Berkeley By Jia-Rui Chong Daily Planet Staff 03-19-2002
All-state thrower has got quite an arm By Nathan Fox Daily Planet Correspondent 03-19-2002
For pits sake Megan Alexander Sacramento Area Animal Coalition 03-19-2002
compiled by Guy Poole 03-19-2002
Students work to curb the violence at BHS By David Scharfenberg Daily Planet staff 03-19-2002
Poodles are smarter than to register as a Republican Michael Katz Berkeley 03-19-2002
Superintendent Lawrence to recommend City of Franklin closure By David Scharfenberg Daily Planet staff 03-19-2002
Oakland should not name street after terrorist Mark Johnson Berkeley 03-19-2002
School, city officials meet with Justice dept. By David Scharfenberg Daily Planet staff 03-19-2002
Library Gardens not insync with neighborhood Josephine Arasteh Berkeley 03-19-2002
Today in History Staff 03-19-2002
Car-free downtown could be a reality for Berkeley By Jia-Rui Chong Daily Planet staff 03-19-2002
A letter from Japan: Berkeley inspires peace movement By Steve Freedkin Special to the Daily Planet 03-19-2002
Mauling prosecutor calls dogs ‘time bombs’ By Linda Deutsch The Associated Press 03-19-2002
Mother, two sons die in apartment blaze The Associated Press 03-19-2002
eBau expands its auction market to China By May Wong The Associated Press 03-19-2002
BofA offers apologies, little explanation for weekend ATM outage The Associated Press 03-19-2002
HP, Hewlett make last-minute bids for support on Compaq vote By Brian Bergstein The Associated Press 03-19-2002
Local jews stand against occupation By Vince Briggeman, Special to the Berkeley Daily Planet 03-18-2002
The Nature of Jewish Alienation Gabe Kurtz 03-18-2002
Out & About Calendar Compiled by Guy Poole 03-18-2002
Berkeley bats explode vs. O’Dowd By Jared Green, Daily Planet Staff 03-18-2002
Study shows many may fail education standards Daily Planet Staff Report 03-18-2002
Whose turf are they protecting? Felix Richardson 03-18-2002
Ice-cold Bears ousted by Pitt The Associated Press 03-18-2002
Members of the Filipino community sound off on Sept.11th Staff 03-18-2002
Inside the axis of evil BY ANDREW LAM, PACIFIC NEWS SERVICE 03-18-2002
Sports shorts Staff 03-18-2002
Santa Fe Right of Way is wrong for housing, critics say By Devona Walker, Daily Planet Staff 03-18-2002
HISTORY Staff 03-18-2002
Increase in HIV infection reported in border towns The Associated Press 03-18-2002
Migrant farmworkers experience higher rates of leukemia, brain, prostate and skin cancer Staff 03-18-2002
Cannery at Fisherman’s Wharf catches fire The Associated Press 03-18-2002
On eve of merger vote, a contest too close to call By Brian Bergstein, The Associated Press 03-18-2002
Historic S.F. Cannery catches fire The Associated Press 03-18-2002
Online subscriptions herald the end of Web freedom By Michael Liedtke, The Associated Press 03-18-2002
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