Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
SMC Supes Consider Final 2024-25 Budget Plan
The Board of Supervisors is expected to hold its final hearing on a budget plan that includes a boost in cash headed to the reserve fund.
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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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Campbell, CA|News|
Man Found Dead In Boxcar In 1994 ID'd In Santa Clara County
The coroner's office has confirmed the identity of a man found dead 30 years ago in Santa Clara, but the search for his family continues.
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Novato, CA|News|
Injured Mountain Biker Rescued By CHP Helicopter: Video
Rescue crews hoisted an injured mountain biker to safety and flew them to a nearby hospital after a trail crash.
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Novato, CA|News|
2 Arrested In Novato Burglary Investigation
Police allege two men were carrying burglary tools and attempted to break into an apartment building early Thursday.
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Los Gatos, CA|News|
Explosives Arsenal, Guns Seized During San Jose Raid: DA
Prosecutors allege several pounds of explosives were discovered during an early morning raid, along with heroin and illegal firearms.
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Campbell, CA|News|
3 Alleged Brothel Owners Arrested In San Jose
Three men are accused of human trafficking and four women were rescued from residential brothel operations, according to police.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Bay Area Man Arrested For Alleged Instagram Threats To Politicians
Federal prosecutors allege the man sent threatening messages to a congresswoman and Florida state representative over Instagram.
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San Rafael, CA|News|
Marin Buys 110 Acres For Open Space Preserve
The $42.1 million purchase of Easton Point adds 110 acres to Old Saint Hilary's Open Space Preserve on the Tiburon Peninsula.
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Mountain View, CA|News|
Mountain View Woman Accused Of Embezzling From Menlo Park Firm
Police allege a longtime employee used her new role as finance manager to embezzle hundreds of thousands, causing the company's bankruptcy.
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Menlo Park-Atherton, CA|News|
Former Finance Manager Accused Of Embezzling From Menlo Park Firm
Police allege a longtime employee used her new role as finance manager to embezzle hundreds of thousands, causing the company's bankruptcy.
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Palo Alto, CA|News|
Palo Alto Man Accused Of Threatening To Shoot Politicians
Federal prosecutors allege the man sent threatening messages to a congresswoman and Florida state representative over Instagram.
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Campbell, CA|News|
Convicted Fraudster Skips Sentencing In Santa Clara County
Prosecutors in Silicon Valley say a fake inventor and prolific scammer skipped his sentencing hearing and is now on the run.
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San Rafael, CA|News|
Marin County To Host Electrification Career Fair This Month
The Marin Center Exhibit Hall will welcome jobseekers to learn about careers in electric vehicles, e-bikes, clean energy and related fields.
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Campbell, CA|News|
2 Arrested After July Double-Shooting In San Jose: Police
Two men were injured after police allege one suspect fired his handgun during an altercation at an unsanctioned car event.
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Los Altos, CA|News|
Vehicular Manslaughter Charge Filed After Deadly Los Altos Hills Crash
Investigators allege the driver was distracted when he swerved into a bike lane and fatally struck a cyclist in February.
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San Mateo, CA|News|
Gun Cache Seized From Man In Crisis In San Mateo County: Police
The sheriff's office said at least 80 guns were found in the home, including fully automatic pistols and suppressed handguns.
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Novato, CA|News|
FAA, NTSB Probe Deadly Novato Plane Crash
A forensic exam was underway Tuesday after a pilot died in a fiery plane crash at Gnoss Field over the weekend.
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South San Francisco, CA|News|
South San Francisco Man Among SMC Death Notices: Aug. 27-Sept. 2
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from August 27 to September 2, 2024.
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Pacifica, CA|News|
Pacifica Residents Listed Among SMC Death Notices: Aug. 27-Sept. 2
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from August 27 to September 2, 2024.
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Foster City, CA|News|
Foster City Residents Listed Among SMC Death Notices: Aug. 27-Sept. 2
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from August 27 to September 2, 2024.
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