Woman Gives Birth In Waymo + Teen Wins Philanthropy Award + Tiny Chef Exhibit: Saturday Smiles

After another chilly week, it's time to get cozy and catch up on some of the uplifting news from across Northern California. While you are here, be sure to check out Patch's guide to festive holiday events for December in the Bay Area and beyond.

16-Year-Old Pleasanton Swimmer Wins U.S. Open Championships

• Foothill High School junior Luka Mijatovic broke his own national age-group record at the Toyota US Open Championships.

Dublin Teen Wins Philanthropy Award For Raising Over $30K

• Rabia Badar has raised thousands for fire victims, and donated food and laptops to the underserved.

Celebrated Healdsburg Chef's Unexpected Next Move: A Farm-To-Table Tent Near You

• From dishwasher to acclaim, this chef now occupies a kitchen with no walls, marked until recently by a handwritten sign, "Tacos Today."

Woman Gives Birth In Bay Area Waymo

• The company told news outlets that the car was immediately taken out of service afterward for cleaning.

Tiny Chef Exhibit To Premiere At Bay Area Museum

• The green internet sensation will also star in a 20-minute film about living sustainably and exploring ways to protect the environment.

Injured Squirrel Dropped Off At Bay Area Police Station

• The police department reported finding the squirrel left in a box in their foyer.

Danville Hosting Two Outdoor Holiday Markets Outside Old Starbucks Location

• The town will host two traditional outdoor winter markets in December at Prospect Park Plaza.

Win Tickets To The Big Game By Donating Blood In SMC

• Levi's Stadium will host the championship game for the NFL in 2026.

Home For The Holidays? Take In These 10 Northern CA Events

• A Patch guide to festive holiday events for December in the Bay Area and beyond.

Let us know if you have an idea for a nice news story in your town. Email your story tips to autumn.johnson@patch.com.