Patch User Profile for Lucas Combos

Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA

Lucas studied journalism at the University of Nevada and began a career in local news in 2011: first in Reno, as a newscast producer, then moving on to Seattle in 2015, working as an assignment editor and writer. In 2019, Lucas joined the team here at Patch, serving Western Washington as a Field Editor for the Seattle region. Have a news tip? E-mail: lucas.combos@patch.com

Posting Activity

Mill Valley, CA|News|Feb 14

Marin Libraries Celebrate A Million Digital Checkouts

Marin County Free Library users have reserved over a million ebooks, audiobooks and magazines using the Libby app.

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Marin Libraries Celebrate A Million Digital Checkouts

Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|Feb 14

SMC Sheriff Reports Drop In Use Of Force By Deputies

Incidents involving the use of force by San Mateo County deputies have steadily declined since 2022, according to the sheriff's office.

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SMC Sheriff Reports Drop In Use Of Force By Deputies

San Francisco, CA|News|Feb 14

Warmer Days To Follow Atmospheric River, Cold Weekend In The Bay Area

A frost advisory will be in place for some as temperatures tumble into the 30s Saturday morning, but forecasters see pleasant weeks ahead.

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Warmer Days To Follow Atmospheric River, Cold Weekend In The Bay Area

Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|Feb 13

SMC Welcomes Lovebirds For Valentine's Day Weddings

The county clerk will stay open late and host wedding ceremonies every half hour on Valentine's Day.

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SMC Welcomes Lovebirds For Valentine's Day Weddings

San Mateo, CA|News|Feb 13

Police Seek Leads In Hit-And-Run Crash That Killed Man In San Mateo

Police are searching for witnesses, surveillance footage and dashcam videos that may help identify a driver wanted in a fatal hit-and-run.

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Police Seek Leads In Hit-And-Run Crash That Killed Man In San Mateo

Menlo Park-Atherton, CA|News|Feb 13

134 Cited During SMC Traffic Operation

More than a dozen deputies and officers deployed Tuesday for saturation patrols focused on traffic safety.

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South San Francisco, CA|News|Feb 13

2.5 Tons Of Fireworks Seized From Peninsula Storage Unit: Police

Police said illegal fireworks worth more than $300,000 were confiscated Wednesday from a South San Francisco storage unit.

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2.5 Tons Of Fireworks Seized From Peninsula Storage Unit: Police

Campbell, CA|News|Feb 13

11K+ Without Power In SCC As Storm Slams Bay Area

Forecasters expect an atmospheric river will create widespread wind and flooding hazards into the weekend.

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11K+ Without Power In SCC As Storm Slams Bay Area

Campbell, CA|News|Feb 12

Gun Cache, Explosive Materials Discovered In San Jose Home: Police

Officers said they believed the suspect was experiencing hallucinations when he called 911 to report someone inside his house.

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Gun Cache, Explosive Materials Discovered In San Jose Home: Police

Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|Feb 12

Heavy Rain, High Winds & Dangerous Surf Ahead For The Peninsula

San Mateo County officials are urging residents to prepare for an incoming onslaught of rain and wind.

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Heavy Rain, High Winds & Dangerous Surf Ahead For The Peninsula

Mill Valley, CA|News|Feb 12

Man Killed In Mill Valley Crash Identified

Investigators believe the driver suffered a medical event while driving near Miller Avenue and Camino Alto on Monday afternoon.

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Man Killed In Mill Valley Crash Identified

Los Gatos, CA|News|Feb 11

Human Trafficking Suspect Arrested In San Jose

Police allege a 23-year-old San Jose man was trafficking a 16-year-old, who authorities rescued last week.

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