Woman Crashes Into School Gym | Famous Actor Takes On DA | 'Grandma Killer' Sentenced: Patch PMs

Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Wednesday, Nov. 26:

He Violently Terrorized A Bay Area Community, Prosecutors Say. Now, He's Facing Life In Prison

“No verdict or sentence could ever fill the hole left when a loved one is taken from us violently,” prosecutors said.

Man Arrested 43 Years After Wife's Body Was Found In SMC: Police

An 81-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a cold case murder of his estranged wife stemming from 1982.

Ukiah Woman Crashes Car Into School Gym: Police

A Ukiah woman was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence this weekend after her car crashed into a school, police said.

Man Swept Into Pacific Off Big Sur In California Identified As U.S. Army Specialist From New Jersey

The sheriff's office said a large-scale multi-agency response for Thind was initiated immediately.

Joaquin Phoenix Challenges Sonoma County DA Over Pursuit Of Animal Activist

A "No Thanks" protest is planned for 5:30 p.m. in Oakland by DxE, the organization through which Joaquin Phoenix released his statement.

Man Attacked With Hammer, Life Threatened In Marin County: Police

A 58-year-old man attacked his neighbor, who has limited mobility and was unable to escape, police said.

New Details Revealed About Deadly Home Invasion In San Francisco

The suspect faces murder and burglary charges, prosecutors said.

Swarm Of Strong Quakes Hit South Bay: Did You Feel Them?

A series of three powerful quakes hit early Wednesday morning that were felt around the Bay.