San Francisco, CA|News|
Flood Advisories Issued As Storms Sweep Across The Bay Area
Minor flooding and a chance of thunderstorms are in the forecast for Wednesday before cold temps take center stage in Northern California.
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|
Storms Dump Rain On The East Bay, With More Wet Weather Ahead
Another very rainy day is in store Wednesday before a change in the weather on tap for the holidays. Here are the latest forecasts.
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Half Moon Bay, CA|News|
Half Moon Bay Woman Accused Of Stabbing, Robbery
Investigators allege the woman stabbed a man who was trying to recover items that were stolen from his girlfriend at a Safeway store.
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San Rafael, CA|News|
Veterans' Memorial Auditorium Closure Extended As New Issues Emerge
The popular venue will remain closed for much longer than planned after engineers found additional problems in need of repair.
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Castro Valley, CA|News|
Airport Worker Wins $20M Off Scratcher Sold In Hayward
A Bay Area man who played a $30 scratcher on his lunch break is "set for life" after hitting the game's biggest jackpot.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Bay Area Flights Delayed And Canceled As Storm Wreaks Travel Havoc
For a second consecutive day, stormy weather played the Grinch for holiday travelers, delaying or canceling more than 100 Bay Area Flights.
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Union City, CA|News|
5 Cited At Union City DUI Checkpoint
Police screened nearly 350 vehicles during the overnight checkpoint, citing five drivers for issues with their license.
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Los Gatos, CA|News|
SCC To Mourn 201 Lives Lost To Homelessness This Year
San Jose's mayor will join local organizations Tuesday to mourn the unhoused people who died this year in Santa Clara County.
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Milpitas, CA|News|
5 Arrested In Shoplifting Bust At The Great Mall: Police
Police allege five people stole more than $1,700 in items from stores in the Great Mall before they were caught.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Stretch Of Alta Vista Drive Closes: Police
Police on Monday afternoon said there was no ETA on reopening the road.
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Pacifica, CA|News|
Man Arrested, Woman Hospitalized After Suspected DUI Crash In Pacifica
Police found an unconscious man inside a damaged vehicle and a woman sleeping on the ground early Saturday.
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Newark, CA|News|
21 Cited, 3 Arrested At Newark DUI Checkpoint
Officers cited or arrested nearly two dozen drivers for alleged violations during an overnight traffic checkpoint in Newark.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Hundreds Of Flights Delayed In the Bay Area Due To Stormy Weather
Wind and rain caused headaches for holiday travelers across the region Monday, and more storms are in the forecast. Here's what to know.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Marin Supes Approve New Initiatives To Address Encampment Near Novato
The county's goal is to shrink the encampment by 50 percent by August 2025 and complete efforts by 2026.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
'Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over': Holiday DUI Patrols Underway In SMC
More deputies will be assigned to impaired driving patrols across the Peninsula through New Year's Day.
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East Palo Alto, CA|News|
East Palo Alto Man Accused In Deputy Attack, Attempted Kidnapping
A man accused of trying to kidnap a cafe worker and attacking a deputy faces multiple charges including mayhem and aggravated assault.
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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Man Accused In Deputy Attack, Attempted Kidnapping In Redwood City
A man accused of trying to kidnap a cafe worker and attacking a deputy faces multiple charges including mayhem and aggravated assault.
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Los Gatos, CA|News|
SJPD Boosts Retail Theft Patrols During The Holidays
A team of four will conduct high-visibility patrols four days a week at shopping centers and malls in San Jose.
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Palo Alto, CA|News|
Reports Of Man With Gun Prompts Lockdown At Palo Alto High School
Police said officers did not locate a man or any additional witnesses after an initial report of a person with a gun late Thursday morning.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
2+ Inches Of Rain Forecast In The Bay Area, Starting This Weekend
Very wet weather could arrive in the Bay Area this weekend, and a lot more rain may be on the horizon. Here are the latest forecasts.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
