Preteen Sexually Assaulted + DNA ID's Suspect: 5 Must-Read Stories

Good evening, Northern California Patch readers! We've assembled some of the most share-worthy stories from the area for today, just for you.

Here are the top five stories from Northern California:

1. A 12-year-old boy was sexually assaulted by a man he met on social media, according to police. The suspect set up a meeting at a park, then sexually assaulted the victim. (Read more on Patch.)

2. DNA identified a carjacking suspect who was already behind bars accused of murder, home invasion robbery, and felony evasion. (Read more on Patch.)

3. One Bay Area community is exploring the rezoning of properties for high-density housing. (Read more on Patch.)

4. Two Bay Area high school students started a nonprofit to provide educational and mental health support for refugees. They've raised $10,000. (Read more on Patch.)

5. It's time to firm-up holiday plans! Mannheim Steamroller is coming to the South Bay; ACT is preparing for the world premiere of A Whynot Christmas Carol in San Francisco; and reservations are open for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's San Francisco Bay Cruises featuring gourmet meals, drinks, and breathtaking views of the San Francisco skyline.