Robert Michael Mills was denied parole for murder by torture and child abuse, with the Parole Board agreeing with the DA that he remains a public safety risk.

Deputies in Marin County discovered drugs, weapons, and jewelry in a vehicle, leading to the arrest of a man and citing of a woman for possession charges.

A motorcyclist died after an accident on West Sierra Avenue in Santa Rosa when they lost control and collided with the northern shoulder of the avenue.

A man was arrested in Novato for a series of retail burglaries after being spotted stealing from Target, linked to other cases, and had a $10,000 warrant.

A 16-year-old student was arrested for having a loaded ghost gun in his locker at Montgomery High School in Santa Rosa following a tip via the STOPit app.

Fairfield Police arrested Luisa Soane for scamming an elder out of thousands and buying an SUV fraudulently while masquerading as an officer. Officer Morgan led the investigation which linked Soane, already on probation for forgery, to new charges.

Rohnert Park authorities are seeking a suspect in a December 5 bank robbery, where the individual fled with $13,000 and without showing a firearm. A photograph has been released to aid the ongoing investigation.

Santa Rosa Fire Department tackled a kitchen fire early yesterday at 1745 Arroyo Sierra Circle, preventing further damage with rapid response and controlling the blaze within 30 minutes.

A parking officer in Santa Rosa was injured in a hit and run by suspect Vincent Kimber after trying to issue a citation to his van. Kimber was later arrested and charged with felony hit and run.

A Vallejo neighborhood experienced a standoff after Garry Harrison Jr. barricaded himself following a reported gun incident. After negotiation efforts and tactical measures, he surrendered and was arrested.

The Marin County Sheriff's Office arrested Arcturus Wiggins, suspected of armed robberies in convenience stores, carrying a silver revolver and charged with multiple offenses. His bail was set at $75,000.

A suspect was arrested in Sonoma County for multiple charges including burglary, identity theft, and possession of stolen property, as shared by Rohnert Park Police & Fire on Facebook.

A bike-van crash on Guerneville Rd left the cyclist in critical condition; the van was going west on a green light. Santa Rosa Police investigate with drone help.