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Berkeley, California

Population: 102,743

Bordering the beautiful San Francisco Bay in sunny California, Berkeley's reputation for anti-war protests and flower children may have faded somewhat since the mid-70s, but it still maintains its liberal attitude, upgrading from VW buses to hybrid vehicles. Best known as home to the University of California-Berkeley, the city is awash in districts catering to the college crowd. College Avenue is a top nightlife destination, with a mellow scene frequented by graduate students, while Telegraph Avenue is famous for its independent bookstores, ethnic restaurants and captivating street entertainers. The Downtown Arts District is instantly recognizable by its many public art displays and is filled with cafes, galleries and performance companies, including the Tony Award-winning Berkeley Repertory Theatre.
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John Muir letters available for viewing on Internet

Sacramento Bee Newspaper - Fri Nov 20

A trove of some 6,500 letters to and from renowned California conservationist John Muir is now available on the Internet.

Berkeley man charged in shooting of Danville boy

Ventura County Star - Thu Nov 19

A Berkeley man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting earlier this year of a 17-year-old Danville boy.

UC Regents Trapped After Passing Fee Hike; Students Protest

News10.net - Thu Nov 19

University of California regents finally left a UCLA building where protesters, angry over a hefty student fee increase, earlier linked arms to block the exits.

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