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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.

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.
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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