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Man Grabs Officer's Genitals, Trapped Teen Dies, Man Fatally Stabbed In Front Of Child, 2 Bay Area Eateries Among Best New Restaurants 2025

Her attacker is thin, in his mid-late 20s, and about 5 feet, 8 inches or 5 feet, 9 inches tall, according to police, who said a composite sketch of the man was created with the woman’s help.
Her attacker is thin, in his mid-late 20s, and about 5 feet, 8 inches or 5 feet, 9 inches tall, according to police, who said a composite sketch of the man was created with the woman’s help. (Santa Cruz Police Department)

Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Tuesday, Sept. 16.

1 Person Confirmed Dead In Small Plane Crash In The Bay Area

Emergency crews searched the side of a mountain for the remains of a small plane crash.

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Teen Trapped In Pleasant Hill Apartment Complex Garage Dies: Report

The family of an 18-year-old, who died after becoming trapped in a Pleasant Hill Apartment complex garage, filed a wrongful death lawsuit.

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Driver Jumps Curb, Strikes Multiple People, And Attempts Carjacking Near UC Berkeley: Police

A driver plowed into several pedestrians Tuesday morning in the East Bay. Police have since arrested the driver.

Woman Violently Sexually Assaulted, Police Seek Public's Help To Find Attacker

A composite sketch of the man was created with the woman's help.

12-Year-Old Among 5 Young Armed Robbery Suspects Arrested In Bay Area

Police say a group of teens arrested in Livermore brandished a gun and pistol-whipped a man before running off with his money in San Jose.

Police Chase Leads To St. John's Church in Healdsburg During A Baptism

Suspect struggled with the officers, attempting to bite the officers and grabbing one officer's genitals.

Man Suspected Of Stabbing To Death A Man In Front Of His Young Child Arrested: SFPD

Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal stabbing of a man who was with his child when the incident occurred.

Local Kitchens Closes Location In North Bay Town

Only one restaurant is left standing in this Bay Area county.

Woman Arrested In Petaluma For Animal Cruelty and Resisting Arrest

Authorities believe the woman took the dog without the owner's permission.

2 Bay Area Eateries Recognized As Bon Appétit's 'Best New Restaurants Of 2025'

The national magazine included two new restaurants in the Bay Area in its 2025 list.

Plans For A 4,320-Square-Foot Taiwanese Community Cultural Center Cleared Another Hurdle Thursday

The new center is designed to offer "cultural enrichment classes" for adults, an afterschool program, and Sunday church services.

Man Hid Gun On Baby In Stroller During Arrest: Police

Officers asked him to surrender while he was standing in front of a woman with a baby carriage, according to police.

Suspect In Fatal Napa County Shooting Arrested

The victim was found shot to death on State Route 121, and the sheriff's office is still investigating the motive and circumstances.

Napa Man Charged With Attempted Murder And Criminal Gang Activity

19-year-old Napa resident arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and participation in a criminal street gang.

GoPro Headquarters Purchased To Make Way For New Bay Area Housing

The real estate firm claims the new residential development will include 15% of affordable housing.

Protesters Hang Sign Over I-580 Demanding Release Of Deported Livermore Man

Protesters say they were approached by police when displaying a banner over the Santa Rita overpass demanding the release of Miguel Lopez.

Locally Created Clothing Brand Opens New Store In Half Moon Bay

A coastside native opened his clothing store after getting inspiration during the pandemic.

Dublin Man Arrested On Charges Of Manufacturing Cocaine, Possessing Assault Rifles, Endangering Child

Authorities with the Alameda County Narcotics Task Force and the DEA also said they found a small child in the Dublin home.

Bay Area Church Donation Burglary Suspect Identified: Police

A witness identified a 58-year-old man in a police lineup in connection with last week's burglary, police said.

Bay Area Infectious Disease Expert Urges Residents To Get Vaccinated Ahead Of Flu And COVID-19 Season

An Infectious Disease doctor emphasized vaccine safety and community protection, offering practical advice for families and students.

Another Bay Area County Joins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration To Protect Grants

The lawsuit challenges Executive Orders that jeopardize billions in federal support for essential community programs, county officials said.

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