Los Gatos, CA|News|
San Jose Taps Fresh Grant To Fund Youth Alcohol Prevention Work
The grant helped pay for a recent operation that led to the arrests of two people accused of buying alcohol for minors.
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|
New County Executive Prepares To Take The Reins In Marin
Derek Johnson, a native of Marin County, will take over the top job this spring pending a final confirmation vote.
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Livermore, CA|News|
Livermore Students, Coffee Shop Join Forces To Spread Joy
A group of students from a Livermore school wrote kind messages on 1,000 coffee sleeves to help bring a smile to customers' faces.
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Livermore, CA|News|
Livermore PD Shares Tips To Prevent License Plate Thefts
Officers in Livermore are sharing some ways to guard against license plate theft — and how to report it if it happens.
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Dublin, CA|News|
4 New Restaurants Prepare To Open In Dublin
Dublin diners will have some exciting new options for lunch and dinner as four restaurants prepare to open for business.
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Gilroy, CA|News|
2 New Brunch Spots Set Up Shop In The South Bay
Rolatti puts an Italian spin on brunch In downtown San Jose, and Parkside Los Gatos serves up some classics with a twist.
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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Accused Prowler, Burglar Arrested In SMC
Police said the suspect was linked to prowling and burglary cases in Redwood City and elsewhere in San Mateo County.
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Campbell, CA|News|
San Jose's Rollati Launches Italian Brunch Menu
Prosciutto, spinach and mozzarella all play starring roles in the weekend brunch offerings at Rollati Ristorante in downtown San Jose.
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Los Gatos, CA|News|
Los Gatos Parkside Opens For Lunch, Dinner & Weekend Brunch
A handful of new brunch options have sprouted up in the South Bay, including a warm and roomy spot in downtown Los Gatos.
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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Accused Car Burglar Caught In Portola Valley: Police
Officials said a man linked to a recent burglary was caught after deputies noticed him looking into unoccupied vehicles in Portola Valley.
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Palo Alto, CA|News|
Cyclist Killed In Palo Alto Crash, 2 Drivers Sought
Police said the woman was hit by a vehicle and knocked into an intersection where she was struck by two more drivers.
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Los Gatos, CA|News|
Teen Accused Of Making, Selling 'Ghost Guns' In San Jose
Police allege an 18-year-old arrested last week used a 3D printer to manufacture and sell homemade firearms.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Flood Risks, Rain Linger In The Bay Area Before A Break In The Weather
Rain and a chance for thunderstorms were in the forecast Tuesday before NorCal gets a well-deserved moment to dry off. See rainfall totals.
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Palo Alto, CA|News|
Caltrain Fatally Hits Person On Tracks In Palo Alto
A southbound train struck a person Tuesday between the California Avenue and San Antonio stations in Palo Alto.
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Palo Alto, CA|News|
Stanford Police Investigate Shooting Threat At University
Police checked several areas of the campus after a person called dispatch and said they planned to commit a shooting, officials said Friday.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Flood Watch Issued As 2 Storms Bear Down On The Bay Area
Wet and windy weather is in the forecast for NorCal over the next several days, which could bring flooding, thunderstorms and power outages.
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Los Gatos, CA|News|
SJ Hotel Shooting Suspect Arrested In Santa Clara: Police
A San Jose man faces an attempted murder charge after police allege he shot a man in a San Jose hotel in late January.
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Novato, CA|News|
Accused Phone Scammer Arrested In Novato
Police believe a man who scammed an elderly Novato resident is responsible for similar crimes across NorCal.
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San Rafael, CA|News|
Felon Arrested On Drug And Gun Charges In Southern Marin: Police
A San Rafael man faces several charges after investigators allege he was driving a vehicle loaded with contraband on a suspended license.
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San Rafael, CA|News|
Sinkhole Repairs Continue Next Week In Tiburon
Caltrans crews are scheduled to continue working to repair a large sinkhole and culvert damaged during a storm in late January.
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