Philz Coffee

I start my day in Berkeley. I close my eyes, and I can imagine my apartment on top of that infernal hill.

On Aug. 23, Wrecking Ball Coffee Roasters will open its doors at 1600 Shattuck Ave., a space previously occupied by Philz Coffee.

Berkeley police arrested three suspects in connection with a recent grand theft involving a laptop, but is still searching for a second team responsible for Feb. 1 laptop thefts, according to a Tuesday morning BPD Nixle alert detailing the latest cases of community interest.

Nefeli Caffe has closed its doors after providing coffee, Greek food and soft jazz to North Berkeley for more than 20 years.

Two incidents of robbery were reported Saturday, one outside Philz Coffee and the other on Oregon Street, according to a Nixle alert released Tuesday.

Dear College Avenue, it might be weird that we're writing a letter to a street, but you aren't just any old avenue. You're a steady constant and quite possibly the only street that doesn't make us winded because of the steep incline.

We at the Clog put together this helpful quiz that will decide where to study for you! We guarantee you that this will be the only test you’ll take this week that won’t be graded.

The Philz Coffee store at 1600 Shattuck Ave. will close Jan. 13, after the expiration of the shop’s lease.

Here are some great spots around Berkeley to study to your heart's content and get away from all the stress of being on campus!