Castro Valley, CA|News|
Alameda County Fire Department Unveils New Engine
The 2024 BME fire engine is designed for wildland firefighting, featuring a 500-gallon water tank and four-wheel drive.
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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Fremont, CA|News|
Alleged Carjacker Faces 5 Felony Charges In Alameda County
Prosecutors allege the man forcefully stole a woman's car from a parking lot and ran her over when she attempted to stop him.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
Killer Sentenced For 1986 Murders Of 2 Women In Fremont
David Emery Misch has now been found guilty of three killings that rattled the East Bay in the 1980s and he awaits a fourth murder trial.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Palo Alto, CA|News|
Man Sexually Assaulted, Robbed On Palo Alto Trail: Police
Police said the unidentified man fled the area with the victim's e-bike, wallet and pants.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
Berkeley PD Arrests 2nd Suspect In October Shooting
Police have arrested a Union City man as the second suspect in an October shooting that left a victim wounded in Berkeley.
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Palo Alto, CA|News|
Notorious 'Gone Girl' Kidnapper Convicted In South Bay Home Invasions
Matthew Muller has pleaded guilty to two previously unsolved home invasions and faces additional charges out of Contra Costa County.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Some East Bay Fire Crews Return From SoCal Deployments
Several Alameda County fire crews have safely returned from fighting fires in Los Angeles County, while others remain on the frontlines.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
East Palo Alto, CA|News|
East Palo Alto Man Listed Among SMC Death Notices: Jan. 14-20
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from Jan. 14 to Jan. 20, 2025.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Menlo Park-Atherton, CA|News|
Menlo Park, Atherton Residents Among SMC Death Notices: Jan. 14-20
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from Jan. 14 to Jan. 20, 2025.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Redwood City Residents Listed Among SMC Death Notices: Jan. 14-20
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from Jan. 14 to Jan. 20, 2025.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Bruno, CA|News|
San Bruno Man Listed Among SMC Death Notices: Jan. 14-20
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from Jan. 14 to Jan. 20, 2025.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Pacifica, CA|News|
Pacifica Residents Listed Among SMC Death Notices: Jan. 14-20
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from Jan. 14 to Jan. 20, 2025.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
South San Francisco, CA|News|
South San Francisco Residents Among SMC Death Notices: Jan. 14-20
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from Jan. 14 to Jan. 20, 2025.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
San Mateo Residents Listed Among SMC Death Notices: Jan. 14-20
The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from Jan. 14 to Jan. 20, 2025.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
Applications Open For Wildlife Conservation And Education Grants
Last year's grants awarded more than $36,000 to 13 Marin County nonprofits.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
SMC Reviews Preparedness Amid Devastating CA Wildfires
Supervisors have asked emergency planners to evaluate the county's entire wildfire response system and find areas in need of improvement.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Campbell, CA|News|
Alleged Water Tower Vandal Arrested In Campbell
Police allege a 24-year-old San Jose man climbed the Campbell water tower and vandalized it over the weekend.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Burglary, Theft Suspects Arrested In Alameda
Police said an alleged home burglar and two shoplifting suspects were arrested in over a 24-hour period.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Campbell, CA|News|
Santa Clara County Finalizes $150M Deal To Buy Regional Medical Center
The county plans to restore Level II trauma care at the hospital as soon as the purchase closes in April.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
Wrong-Way Chase Ends With Crash, Arrest In The North Bay
A bystander stopped on the freeway said the SUV was headed straight for them before an officer pinned it against a concrete wall.
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