San Mateo, CA|News|
People Posing As PG&E Workers, San Mateo Deputies Warn
The sheriff's office said neighbors have reported a string of suspicious incidents involving people posing as PG&E employees.
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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San Rafael, CA|News|
California's Healthiest Counties: Bay Area Shines In 2023 Rankings
University researchers named a familiar winner in this year's annual health rankings, but officials say there is more work to be done.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Abortion Pills Stockpiled In CA As Federal Battle Looms
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that California secured a large stockpile of an alternate abortion pill in the wake of a Texas ruling.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
Coyote Point Reopens For Weekends As Storm Cleanup Continues
Coyote Point is back open for weekend trips, but some areas remain closed and visitors should expect long lines.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
5-Year-Old Dead In Fremont Freeway Shooting; No Suspects In Custody
Eliyanah Crisostomo was headed to a birthday party when she was shot and killed on the freeway. She would have turned 6 this month.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
CA Braces For An Epic Allergy Season
Pollen counts are already soaring across California, and the months ahead could spell more bad news for allergy sufferers. Here's why.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Petaluma Man Convicted In October Novato Hate Crime
A Marin County jury found a Petaluma man guilty of attacking a woman's car and yelling racial slurs at her at a Novato shopping center.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Roseville, CA|News|
1 Dead; CHP Officer And Hostage Shot; Suspect Arrested In Roseville
A shooting in a Sacramento suburb Thursday afternoon left one hostage dead, another injured and a CHP officer with gunshot wounds.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Full Pink Paschal Moon, April Meteor Showers: When To Watch In SoCal
The first full moon after the spring equinox is also known as the Paschal full moon, which dictates the date of Easter.
Lucas Combos and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Full Pink Paschal Moon, April Meteor Showers: When To Watch In NorCal
The first full moon after the spring equinox is also known as the Paschal full moon, which dictates the date of Easter.
Lucas Combos and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Warming Trend To Bring Unseasonably Warm Easter Weekend To SoCal
Parts of Southern California will see temperatures 10 degrees above normal as "abundant sunshine" brings a short-lived warming trend.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Rain Possible Ahead Of Easter: Bay Area Holiday Weekend Forecast
Here's when showers are possible as your plan your weekend.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Across Washington, WA|News|
$500K In Apple Products Stolen From Alderwood Mall: Police
Thieves cut a hole in a wall and entered an Apple store over the weekend, clearing the building out of hundreds of iPhones.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
Overnight 101 Ramp Closure Scheduled Next Week In San Rafael
Work on the new bridge will require an overnight off-ramp closure on US 101 next week. Here's what to expect.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
San Rafael Launches 'SAFE' Crisis Response Team
A new civilian team will respond to calls for service to help people experiencing mental health or substance abuse issues.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
San Mateo DUI Checkpoint Planned Later This Month
San Mateo officers will be checking drivers for impairment during an overnight checkpoint planned later this month.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
Pothole Problems In San Mateo County Prompt Hundreds Of Repairs
Thousands of potholes have appeared across the Bay Area thanks to recent storms. Here’s how to report them— and get reimbursed for damage.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
Pothole Problems In Marin County Prompt Dozens Of Repairs
Thousands of potholes have appeared across the Bay Area thanks to recent storms. Here’s how to report them— and get reimbursed for damage.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Redwood City Distracted Driving Patrols Underway This Week
Officers will be keeping a close eye this week on drivers who are not following the law guiding cell phone use while driving.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Watsonville, CA|News|
Abused Puppy Left On Roadside; Santa Cruz Deputies Search For Suspect
Investigators are looking for help solving a recent animal abuse case and hope a few neighbors can help cover the medical bills.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
