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Police Officer Injured By Felon During Arrest | Child Kidnap Attempt

ALSO: Massage Therapist Accused Of Sexual Assault; Woman, Toddler Hospitalized With Gunshot Wounds; CA Snowpack January Measurement.

From the California Department of Water Resources, Jordan Thoennes a Water Resources Engineer, left joins Andy Reising the Manager of the Snow Survey and Water Supply Forecasting Unit as they conduct the first snow survey of the season.
From the California Department of Water Resources, Jordan Thoennes a Water Resources Engineer, left joins Andy Reising the Manager of the Snow Survey and Water Supply Forecasting Unit as they conduct the first snow survey of the season. (AP Photo/Brooke Hess-Homeier)

Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Friday, Jan. 3.

Officer Suffers 'Significant' Injury In Scuffle With Felon, Transient: SRPD

An officer with Santa Rosa PD's Downtown Enforcement Team Tasered the man twice with little effect, police said.

Massage Therapist Accused Of Sexual Assault

He has worked as a massage therapist in Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo and San Diego counties.

Woman, Toddler Hospitalized With Gunshot Wounds

A man in the same residence was found dead, according to police.

2-Alarm Gas Station Fire Quickly Contained By Con Fire

Firefighters knocked down the fire inside the business within about 20 minutes.

Bay Area Mom Reports Child Kidnap Attempt By Pair In Van

The crime was reported Thursday morning, according to police.

CA Begins 2025 With Solid Winter Snowpack

The water content of the snowpack at the station is currently at 91% of the average for this time of year.

Foundation Funds Napa Swim Scholarships, Playground Improvements

In 2024, the Napa Parks and Recreation Foundation funded $25,000 in playground improvements and $15,000 in swim lesson scholarships.

Costco, Trader Joe’s Among Major Retail, Restaurant Expansions In 2025

Target, Trader Joe's and Costco lead off a list of major retailers with plans to open new stores in the Golden State next year.

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