Alameda County released its full report for the 2024 Point-in-Time, or PIT, Count on Wednesday, revealing a significant reduction in Berkeley’s unhoused population and a countywide decrease in houselessness.
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In a historic move, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors has initiated the process of divesting a total of $32 million from Caterpillar, a company linked to Israeli military operations, and unanimously committed to adopting an ethical investment policy Dec. 10.
You might see a uniquely decorated AC Transit bus driving around this month — featuring decals of holiday sweaters, hot chocolate, snow globes and more.
Known as the “holiday bus,” this longtime annual tradition is fare-free for all riders and decorated for the holidays, from Dec. 1 to 31.
Berkeley city planning officials approved a proposal to build more than 700 apartments at the North Berkeley BART station Dec. 11.

