Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
Former Inmate Allegedly Admitted to Killing Mother, But Pleaded Not Guilty
Dennis Stanworth, a former death row inmate, will return to court next month.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
- Elk Grove, CA
Cody Kitaura is an editor with Patch in northern California.
E-mail: cody.kitaura (at) patch.com
Phone: 916-200-6496
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Martinez, CA|News|
Pinole School Locked Down Because of Backyard Gun
A man was reported as being seen on a hillside west of the middle school, but had actually never left his backyard.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Roseville, CA|News|
Memorial for Slain Galt PD Officer to be Held in Roseville Monday
Kevin Tonn was killed in the line of duty in Galt this week.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Fair Oaks-Carmichael, CA|News|
Suspect Allegedly Linked to 2012 Sexual Assault Near ARC
Ian Clark, 20, is charged with "robbery, sexual battery, assault with a deadly weapon, and assault with the intent to commit rape," according to a press release.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
Pinole Middle School Locked Down Because of Man with Gun in Backyard
A man was reported as being seen on a hillside west of the school, but had actually never left his backyard.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Rosemont, CA|News|
Update: Man Killed on Westporter Identified as 21-Year-Old
Alexander Brian Chavez was shot and killed Thursday in Rosemont.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Rosemont, CA|News|
Fatal Shooting Reported in Rosemont
The victim was found in a car on Westporter Drive, south of Kiefer Boulevard.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
Does Hercules Need More School Cops?
Hercules is the only city in the West Contra Costa Unified School District with only one district-funded police officer.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
School Board to Hear Update on Possible High School Sports Complex
Benicia High School could get an all-weather sports complex.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Roseville, CA|News|
Video: How Easy is it to Steal a Catalytic Converter?
Watch how quickly someone can cut through the exhaust pipe on a car while making almost no noise.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Police Log: Juvenile Disturbances, Theft, DUI, More
A summary of police activity in Benicia from Jan. 11 to Jan. 15.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Elk Grove|News|
Who's Hiring: Walmart to Hire 265 for New Elk Grove Store
The retailer has opened another temporary hiring center in Elk Grove.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Roseville, CA|News|
Roseville vs Woodcreek Basketball Trash Talk Heats up Online
Which local basketball team are you rooting for?
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Elk Grove|News|
A Goodbye to a Friend and Former Patch Freelancer
Jessica Lum, a talented photojournalist, died this week.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Elk Grove|News|
Kings Saga Escalates with More Reports and Campaigns
Are you still following the details?
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Roseville, CA|News|
Suspected Catalytic Converter Thieves Nabbed in Rocklin After Alleged Spree
Benjamin Rodriguez, 32; Lee Marvin Nelson, 21; Brandon Leroy Brockl, 21; and Rhota Vin, 23; were arrested Sunday in Rocklin on suspicion of stealing at least a dozen catalytic converters.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Palo Alto, CA|News|
Gov. Brown: CA Deficit Gone, More Money for Poor Schools
Gov. Jerry Brown unveiled his proposed 2013-14 fiscal year budget Thursday morning.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
West Hollywood, CA|News|
Gov. Brown: CA Deficit Gone, More Money for Poor Schools
Gov. Jerry Brown unveils his proposed 2013-14 fiscal year budget.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Elk Grove|News|
City to Get New Buses, Bus Surveillance Cameras
The city council approved the action last week.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
Roseville, CA|News|
Roseville Council to Pick Design for New Downtown Bridges
Construction on the project could begin next year or in 2015.
Cody Kitaura, Patch Staff
