Napa Valley, CA|News|
West Napa Apartment Shooter Sentenced To 23 Years In Prison
A Napa man was sentenced to more than two decades in state prison after injuring a bystander during a 2022 shooting.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
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
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Rare Coin Left In Salvation Army Red Kettle In Napa County
Volunteers collecting donations outside a grocery store discovered a generous donor had left a gold coin worth thousands of dollars.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Milpitas, CA|News|
Elmwood Inmate Dies After Being Found Unresponsive In Cell
A preliminary investigation into the Tuesday death of a 30-year-old inmate found no signs of foul play, according to the sheriff's office.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Half Moon Bay, CA|News|
Half Moon Bay Man Arrested After Brutal Attack In El Granada
Investigators allege the suspect attacked a man with a weapon Wednesday night, causing serious injuries to his face and head.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Campbell, CA|News|
Sex Offender Convicted In Cold Case Mall Kidnapping
A man serving a 40-year sentence on previous sex abuse charges has been convicted in the brutal 1994 kidnapping of an Oakridge Mall worker.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Robbery Locks Down Novato High School, Police Search For Suspects
An armed robbery near Novato High School prompted a lockdown and search of the campus Thursday afternoon.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Los Gatos, CA|News|
Former South Bay Coach Arraigned On Federal Child Porn Charges
Prosecutors allege a former coach and teaching assistant at a Christian high school paid students to create child sexual abuse material.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Campbell, CA|News|
DUI Checkpoint Planned Friday In San Jose
Officers will be screening drivers for signs of intoxication during an overnight checkpoint scheduled to begin Friday evening.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Extra DUI Patrols Through New Year's Day In San Mateo County
The "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign will keep extra deputies on the lookout for impaired drivers through the holiday season.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Milpitas, CA|News|
Man, Woman, 2 Kids Found Dead Inside Milpitas Apartment
Police said the four bodies were discovered after relatives called to request a welfare check at the home.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
State Of Emergency Declared Over Bird Flu In CA
Lab tests have confirmed H5N1 "bird flu" at 645 dairies across the state since August, and nearly half were detected in the last month.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Campbell, CA|News|
Women Sexually Assaulted, Man Attacked During SJ Home Invasion: Police
Police allege a man with a gun sexually assaulted two women and attacked a man after forcing his way into an apartment and tying them up.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Half Moon Bay, CA|News|
Man Out On Bail Arrested For Alleged Burglary, Drugs In Half Moon Bay
The suspect could face new felony charges after authorities allege he stole from a business and was carrying drugs while released on bail.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Alleged DUI Driver Hits Parked Cars In Novato
Police allege a drunk driver was behind the wheel of a minivan Sunday morning when it crashed into several parked cars.
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Alameda, CA|News|
Alameda Earns State 'Prohousing Designation'
Alameda is the latest California city to receive the designation, opening new doors to more state housing funds.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Palo Alto, CA|News|
Santa Clara County Tour O'Lights: Palo Alto House Dances To The Music
Enjoy some photos of this twinkly Palo Alto home full of beloved holiday characters. Submit your holiday lights photos to Patch!
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
Berkeley Man Sentenced To 6 Years In Prison For Felony Gun Crimes
According to federal prosecutors, a convicted felon fired a gun during an argument outside a liquor store last year.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Burlingame-Hillsborough, CA|News|
Burlingame, Hillsborough Residents Among SMC Death Notices: Dec. 10-16
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from Dec. 10 to Dec. 16, 2024.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Half Moon Bay, CA|News|
Half Moon Bay Man Listed Among SMC Death Notices: Dec. 10-16
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from Dec. 10 to Dec. 16, 2024.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Robert Korte, Ines Hill: Latest Redwood City Obituaries
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from Dec. 10 to Dec. 16, 2024.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff