Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Flu Season, COVID & RSV Spur Holiday Tips From SMC Health Leaders
All Bay Area health officers have issued a joint set of recommendations as viral activity ramps up for the winter months.
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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Burlingame-Hillsborough, CA|News|
Burlingame Tree Lighting, Winter Fest Returns Friday
The tree lighting and festival are expected to draw many pedestrians to the area, and a few road closures will be in place until late.
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Novato, CA|News|
Holiday Share And Toy Drive Seeks Gifts For Marin Kids
The annual toy drive serves more than 400 kids, and the Holiday Share celebration will return indoors for the first time in three years.
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Milpitas, CA|News|
Emergency Storm Drain Repairs Move Forward In Milpitas
Two storm drain projects are in the pipeline, designed to repair systems damaged by last winter's storms before the wetter months arrive.
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Los Gatos, CA|News|
SJ Road Rage Suspect Arrested After Attack That Injured Dog
Police shared footage of a man jumping on the rear windshield of a car waiting at a stop light, shattering the glass and injuring a dog.
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Across California, CA|News|
Newsom-DeSantis Debate Thursday: 5 Things To Know
The two governors will spar over hot-button issues Thursday in a primetime cable debate. Here's why it's happening and how to watch.
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San Rafael, CA|News|
Marin Supes Explore Potential Housing Measure
A proposed ballot measure seeks to raise up to $20 billion to build more affordable housing in areas with the highest costs of living.
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San Mateo, CA|News|
Cantina Stabbing Suspect Arrested In San Mateo
A man accused of stabbing two people during a brawl outside a San Mateo bar was arrested earlier this week.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
More 'Unsettled' Weather Ahead In The Bay Area: Forecast
The Bay Area got a taste of rain Wednesday, and forecasters see chances for more showers in the coming days. Here's what to know.
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Novato, CA|News|
Customers Injured After Driver Crashes Into Novato 7-Eleven: Police
According to police, a driver accidentally crashed through the front doors of a 7-Eleven, causing multiple people to be hospitalized Monday.
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South San Francisco, CA|News|
Peninsula Shoplifter Leads Officers On Chase With Kids In Car: Police
Police allege a Daly City woman led officers on a dangerous pursuit in San Mateo and was eventually caught in San Francisco.
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San Mateo, CA|News|
Hillsdale Shoplifter Leads Officers On Chase With Kids In Car: Police
Police allege a Daly City woman led officers on a dangerous pursuit in San Mateo and was eventually caught in San Francisco.
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Palo Alto, CA|News|
Catalytic Converter Thieves Point Gun At Victim In Palo Alto: Police
A pair of thieves threatened a man with a gun after he interrupted them stealing a catalytic converter early Tuesday, police said.
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Los Gatos, CA|News|
SJ Pedestrian Killed In Sunday Hit-And-Run DUI: Police
Police allege a woman driving with two young passengers was under the influence when she hit and killed a man Sunday morning.
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Novato, CA|News|
Novato Holiday Toy Drive Kicks Off For The Season
Neighbors can pick up Angel Tree Tags from the police department lobby and pick out gifts for children in need for the next couple of weeks.
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San Rafael, CA|News|
Marin Assessor Gets Top Marks In Annual State Audit
The annual state audit of the Marin County Assessor's Office found very little room for improvement, according to a new report.
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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
SMC Shares Storm Prep Ideas For The Winter Ahead
Local leaders are bracing for a potentially active winter and urging Peninsula neighbors to prepare before things get overwhelming.
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Half Moon Bay, CA|News|
Girl Swept Away In Half Moon Bay Identified
A girl and her grandfather were swept into the ocean from Martins Beach on Saturday, spurring a massive search operation by sea and air.
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San Rafael, CA|News|
Fire Damages San Rafael Caltrans Building
A fire broke out Monday at a Caltrans facility in San Rafael, but crews were able to keep the flames from spreading.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Killing Frosts, High Tides & Sneaker Waves: Forecast
Despite the sunshine, the Bay Area is in for a chilly stretch of weather, and high tides could cause minor coastal flooding this weekend.
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