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Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Thursday, August 7.

Active-Shooter False Alarms Reported At Bay Area School, Mall: Police

Police investigated a local elementary school and a mall after receiving a report of someone with a gun.

Bay Area Driver Tries To Run Over, Pepper Spray Security Guard: Police

The woman circled a parking lot ramming into a police car and attempting to run over a security guard, police said.

Retail Scams On The Rise In This Bay Area County, Police Warns

Police are warning locals to be weary of scammers conning customers shopping at retail stores.

Possible Bay Area Gas Leak Investigated, Determined To Be Nonhazardous: Police

Police shut down a road to locate a possible gasoline odor.

'Ghost Gun' Found During Traffic Stop In North Bay: Police

Police pulled over a driver for having expired registration from over a year ago, police said.

Peninsula Grass Fire Extinguished, Road Expected To Reopen: Police

Police reported earlier in the day they had closed down the road due to a nearby grass fire.

San Francisco To Get New Cookie Shop With Famous Following

Palo Alto and San Mateo have an Antoine's Cookie Shop; now it's San Francisco's turn.

East Bay Students Speak At UN, Provide 15,000 Educational Books To African Schools

A group of high school students have spoken about the work of their education nonprofit Project Catalyst at several UN conferences.

Photos: Livermore Celebrates National Night Out

Residents enjoyed the annual celebration aimed at strengthening community and law enforcement relations.

Major East Bay Highway To Close For 55 Hours

Caltrans has issued a traffic advisory for an ongoing bridge rehabilitation project. Drivers should expect delays and detours.

New Creamery Opens In East Bay

A new creamery in Berkeley entices with its menu of small-batch, hand-crafted ice cream offerings.

Tire Art Rolls Into Golden Gate Park

The park's John F. Kennedy Promenade, aka "The Golden Mile," features six recently-added sculptures, created by artist Betsabeé Romero.

Photos: East Bay Celebrates National Night Out

Residents enjoyed the annual celebration aimed at strengthening community and law enforcement relations.

New Coastside Building Opens To Support, Mentor Youth

The sheriff spearheaded this project to open a centralized space for young kids and teens who live on the coast to receive support.

Library Reopens In North Bay After Renovations

The library closed to improve accessibility, inclusion, and flexibility.

Annual Rummage Sale Returns To Bay Area Church

The rummage sale draws thousands of people each year for the multi-day event.