Cosby Faces Trial in Santa Monica Over 1972 Assault Claim
A civil trial opened Monday in Santa Monica as Donna Motsinger accuses Bill Cosby of drugging and assaulting her in 1972; deposition excerpts are expected to be central.
Novato Lender Vanishes, Leaving Locals Fearing $100 Million Hit
More than 100 investors say distributions stopped after Novato-based Pacific Private Money abruptly shut its office, and Marin prosecutors have opened a probe. Former partners and court records allege irregular transfers and a push toward arbitration.
Santa Rosa Man, 78, Dies Weeks After Sheriff’s SUV Broadsides His Car
A Santa Rosa man injured in an October crash with a sheriff's vehicle later died, a coroner found. County and CHP investigators are reviewing the case.
Daylight Bike Tragedy On Marin’s San Antonio Road Near Petaluma
A bicyclist was killed Friday on rural San Antonio Road after being struck by an SUV; CHP says the driver attempted CPR and is cooperating with investigators.
Novato Drug House Bust Nets 71-Year-Old Mom And Son, Deputies Say
Marin County detectives arrested a 71-year-old Novato woman and her son after a search turned up more than 3.5 pounds of cocaine, several other drugs and hundreds of tablets.
Morning Crosswalk Horror Claims San Rafael Woman On Point San Pedro Road
A woman was killed Wednesday after being struck while crossing Point San Pedro Road near San Rafael. CHP says the driver was not arrested and the investigation remains active.
Solo Smashup On Point Reyes‑Petaluma Road Topples Power Lines, Shuts Key Coastal Cut‑Through
A solo-vehicle crash toppled power lines on Point Reyes‑Petaluma Road, closing the route overnight and prompting CHP to ask drivers to avoid the area.
UPDATE: Hillside Inferno Rocks Sausalito’s Josephine Street Apartments
A two-alarm fire damaged a three-story Sausalito hillside apartment Monday; no injuries were reported, but several residents were displaced and investigators are on scene.












