Richard Leslie Ward II was arrested in Sonoma County on multiple charges of child sexual assault, with authorities believing there may be more victims.

A pilot died after their plane crashed into a hangar at Gnoss Field Airport, causing a fire. The FAA and NTSB are investigating the cause of the accident.

Santa Rosa police arrested Jorge Leopoldo Jr., a felon, for possessing a gun after a late-night altercation involving several drunk individuals, using a drone and an armored vehicle to apprehend him safely.

One person and a dog died in a Tamalpais Valley house fire, while four other dogs were saved. Firefighters contained the blaze within 20 minutes. No other injuries were reported. Investigations continue.

A pilot died when their single-engine plane crashed into a hangar at Gnoss Field Airport in Novato. Authorities, including the NTSB and FAA, are investigating the incident.

Firefighters contained the Hill Fire north of Lakeport, successfully deploying resources including 17 engines and a squadron of aircraft, with mop-up operations following to ensure the fire was extinguished.

Police responded to an attempted burglary at a Petaluma home; suspects fled upon noticing an occupant. The investigation continues with the suspects still at large.

A student was stabbed during a fight at Elsie Allen High School, Santa Rosa, leading to an SRPD investigation and the assailant's arrest for assault with a deadly weapon.

Santa Rosa Police discovered stolen weapons and explosives at a home, arresting Casey Zarnowski who faces multiple felony charges, with bail set at $250,000. The haul included a stolen shotgun, suppressors, and an unregistered pistol.

Santa Rosa Police arrested Daniel Rodriguez Cabrera after a traffic stop revealed a loaded, unregistered firearm in his car, alongside open alcohol and marijuana. He faces multiple weapons charges.

Law enforcement promptly investigated a threat made by a student towards a middle school in Solano County, determining it was not credible and citing the student involved.

Alonso Lennin Lopez, 39, has been arrested in Santa Rosa for his suspected involvement in a retail theft ring after a joint investigation by the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office and Home Depot linked him to stolen industrial tools.

A man was arrested for making terrorist threats to students near Grange Middle School in Fairfield; the incident led to reminders on safety and vigilance from authorities.