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House Fire | Man Shot To Death | Strike Could Impact Next Week's Commute

ALSO: Seniors Defrauded Of $64,000; 2 Men Arrested, Accused Of Grand Theft; ​Retailer To Close All 138 CA Locations; School Tax Measure.

A house fire in Fremont Friday afternoon.
A house fire in Fremont Friday afternoon. (Fremont Fire Dept.)

Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Friday, March 7.

Man Shot To Death Friday Morning

The shooting happened shortly before 7 a.m.

Home Severely Damaged By Fire

The home in uninhabitable, displacing a family of 5.

Man Accused Of Defrauding Seniors Arrested

He is accused of defrauding 2 people of at least $64,000, according to the Marin County Sheriff's Office.

2 Men Accused Of Grand Theft Of PG&E Equipment

Police recovered stolen property and burglary tools following the theft in American Canyon.

2 Arrested For Gang-Related Graffiti Around Healdsburg: Police

A 23-year-old Willits man and a 17-year-old boy from Windsor were caught in the act, police said.

Emergency Drill Underway In Napa County

"Expect to see emergency responders in action—this is only a simulation to enhance preparedness and teamwork between jurisdictions."

Transportation Workers Plan Strike Next Week

The union representing more than 1,500 VTA workers has rejected a contract offer of a 9-percent raise over 3-years.

Vote Count Updated In Effort To Remove San Mateo County Sheriff

The results will be certified on April 3.

Man Having Mental Health Crisis Takes Gun To Police Department

The man was taken to receive a mental health evaluation.

Elementary School Vandalism Suspect Arrested

The elementary school had to be closed earlier this week because of the extent of the vandalism.

School Tax Measure Must Be Changed, Judge Orders

The special election is planned for May 6.

Advance Auto Parts To Close All 138 CA Locations

The last of the retailer's 138 California locations are closing, and hundreds of employees were told Friday was their last day.

Daylight Saving Time Begins: When To Change Your Clocks In CA

Daylight saving time is here. This is what Californians can do to cope with the time change and avoid drowsy driving.


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