Pelosi Attack; Fentanyl Halloween Candy Warnings | NorCal In Brief

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — As the "Halloweekend" wraps up, we've rounded up all the stories you may have missed Saturday and Sunday to prepare you for Monday.

But before we jump into Northern California’s top stories, Golden State residents should know that state and local officials are urging parents to be vigilant this Halloween to ensure that contaminated treats or narcotics mixed in with candy don't make it into the hands of young trick-or-treaters.

Warnings came from state and local authorities after someone attempted to smuggle some 12,000 fentanyl pills disguised in bags and boxes of candy at Los Angeles International Airport on Oct. 19, according to multiple reports.

"With Halloween approaching, parents need to make sure they are checking their kids candy and not allowing them to eat anything until it has been inspected by them," the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department advised. "If you find anything in candy boxes that you believe might be narcotics, do not touch it and immediately notify your local law enforcement agency."

What's more fentanyl pills are often pressed into the colors of the rainbow, giving them a candy-like appearance.

Read more about that here.

From newly released details about Paul Pelosi's attacker to a Petaluma man who was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence with two young children in the car — here are some of the stories you missed this "Halloweekend."

CA Parents Warned To Check For Drugs Disguised As Halloween Candy

Officials are urging parents to be take extra precautions this Halloween to ensure contaminants or narcotics aren't mixed in with candy.

Accused Pelosi Attacker Carried Zip Ties: Reports

"The attack is a somber reminder of the threats elected officials and families face...” U.S. Capitol Police Chief J. Thomas Manger said.

Petaluma Man Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI With Children In the Car

A man was arrested after he was accused of driving under the influence with two children, 1 and 2 years old, inside his vehicle.

Amazon To Hire Thousands Of Seasonal Workers Across California

The e-commerce giant is hiring for thousands of positions across dozens of communities in California ahead of the bustling holiday season.

Downtown Pleasanton Roads Closed Sunday Morning For Halloween Run

The run, hosted by the Rotary Club of Pleasanton is meant to raise money for Pleasanton's students.

Firefighters Battle Blaze At Storage Facility, Shelter-In-Place Issued

Authorities were warning residents to shelter-in-place in Mill Valley as crews responded to a smoldering storage facility fire.

Man Accused Of Attacking Pelosi Was A Conspiracy Theorist: Reports

A personal blog that the accused attacker maintained included antisemitic and QAnon posts, according to media reports.

Six Additional Voting Centers Open In San Mateo County

The voting centers are in Burlingame, Daly City, East Palo Alto, Half Moon Bay, Pacifica and San Carlos.

Police Investigate Armed Robbery In Berkeley

Police described the suspect as a person in their 20s and wearing a ski mask and all black clothing.

Berkeley Homeowners Can Apply For Seismic Retrofit

Berkeley homeowners may apply for up to $3,000 in earthquake seismic retrofit grants from the city.

Smoke May Be Visible In North Bay Communities Amid Prescribed Burn

Heavy smoke from a prescribed burn in eastern Sonoma County may be visible Saturday in Napa and Sonoma counties, authorities said.

SF Opens Community Grant Applications To Improve Neighborhoods

The Community Challenge Grant Program funds projects meant to beautify and improve neighborhood spaces in San Francisco.

Fremont Proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Fremont Mayor Lily Mei proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month at a candlelight vigil Oct. 19 at Fremont City Hall.