Los Gatos, CA|News|
18 Rescued From South Bay Human Trafficking Ring; 9 Arrested: DA
Authorities said the multi-agency effort was among California's largest-ever human trafficking operations.
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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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
SMC Offers Repair Vouchers To Drivers Pulled Over For Broken Lights
Under a new partnership, deputies will provide vouchers instead of citations to drivers who are pulled over for having broken lights.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Bay Area Storm Brews, With Heavy Rain Possible
Forecasters are tracking signs of fall's first big rain event headed for the Bay Area. Here's what to know.
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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Man Arrested After Tense Standoff In Redwood City
Police said a man armed with what was later determined to be a pellet rifle threatened neighbors and prompted a standoff Sunday.
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Campbell, CA|News|
Major Campbell Library Renovations Get Underway Friday
A groundbreaking celebration is scheduled for Friday, and contractors will be working on a series of upgrades into 2025.
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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
SMC Prepares Holiday Gift Distribution For Kids
All families served by the Housing Authority will be able to receive toys and books for each of their children this holiday season.
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San Anselmo-Fairfax, CA|News|
Pile Burning Planned Through Friday Near Fairfax
Smoke may be seen and smelled in a few areas of Marin County this week as fire crews conduct a multi-day burn.
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San Rafael, CA|News|
Marin Halloween Checks Net 0 Arrests
County officials said unannounced visits to registered sex offenders and probationers on Halloween resulted in no arrests.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
North Bay Beheading Suspect Sought By Police
According to police, a man who was recently released from state prison was carrying the victim's head as he left her home.
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South San Francisco, CA|News|
Weekend Eucalyptus Removal Project Planned In San Bruno Mountain Park
San Mateo Parks crews are scheduled to remove invasive eucalyptus growth in the northwest area of the park through the weekend.
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Milpitas, CA|News|
Milpitas Gun Shop Owner Pleads Guilty In Permit Bribery Scheme
According to the DA, the man acted as a middleman in a scheme under the former sheriff's administration to trade gun permits for donations.
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Novato, CA|News|
Novato Burn Work Planned Friday
Smoke may be visible in northern areas of Marin County Friday as firefighters continue wildfire prevention efforts around Big Rock Ridge.
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San Mateo, CA|News|
$7.2M Secured To Upgrade SMC Event Center's Shelter Capacity
State grant funding will help the event center double as an emergency shelter with space for 600 people during major disasters.
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East Palo Alto, CA|News|
Dumbarton Bridge Work Concludes 2 Days Early
A repaving project in the eastbound lanes of the Dumbarton Bridge wrapped with just three nights of overnight work, officials said Thursday.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Widespread Rain, Cooler Temps In Bay Area Forecast: See Timing
Bay Area forecasters say an approaching series of systems should "open the storm door." See where an inch of rain is expected.
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Los Gatos, CA|News|
'Party Mom' Indicted On Multiple Charges In Santa Clara County: Report
A grand jury this week indicted the infamous Los Gatos "party mom," bringing the case closer to a potential trial after two years.
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Los Gatos, CA|News|
Accused Armed Burglar Caught In San Jose With Large Ammo Cache
According to police, a man wanted in connection with an armed burglary in April was apprehended last week with a cache of guns and ammo.
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Menlo Park-Atherton, CA|News|
SamTrans Extends Free 'Ride Plus' Service Through Year's End
Riders in Belle Haven can keep on-demand van trips at no cost until Jan. 1, 2024.
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Half Moon Bay, CA|News|
SamTrans Extends Free 'Ride Plus' Service Through Year's End
Riders in Half Moon Bay can book on-demand van trips at no charge until Jan. 1, 2024.
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East Palo Alto, CA|News|
SamTrans Extends Free 'Ride Plus' Service Through Year's End
Riders in East Palo Alto will be able to continue booking free on-demand van trips until Jan. 1, 2024.
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