Berkeley's Week: Post Office Sale, Minimum Wage, Cyclist Attacked, Half-Acre Homes, Truancy

These were among the most-read stories by Berkeley viewers this past week:

Postal Service to Move Ahead with Sale of Main Post Office

The U.S. Postal Service has decided to move forward with the sale of Berkeley's Main Post Office at 2000 Allston Way.

Mayor Seeks Citywide Minimum Wage Ordinance

The proposal calls for paying all workers in Berkeley at least $10.55 an hour.

Bicyclist Attacked By Robbery Suspect on Durant Avenue

The victim suffered minor injuries from the fall and was treated at the scene by the Berkeley Fire Department.

Berkeley Schools' Truancy Rate More Than Double The State Average

Berkeley Technology Academy is listed with the highest rate at 88 percent. What should educators do to tackle this issue?

Homes with a Half Acre in Berkeley

Big yards are a draw for families and others looking to buy a home. Here's one example in Berkeley.

Police Capture Robbery Suspect After Foot Chase

The Berkeley crime narratives for April 14-20 also include a mugging near Prince and King streets, loud noises near Sacramento and Oregon, a residential burglary and a stolen vehicle.

And the week's most popular blog: What Causes Reverse Sneezing in Dogs? by Shea Cox, DVM.

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