Alert in Marin County: Child Possible Vector of Dreaded Bird Flu as H5N1 Shadows Thanksgiving Festivities
A child in Marin County may have bird flu; tests are pending at the CDC. This follows recent H5N1 findings in local birds, poultry, and milk, leading to cautious measures.
Fairfield Police Officer Thwarts Elder Financial Fraud, Hayward Woman Faces New Charges
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 Searching for Suspect in Daylight Bank Robbery, Community Help Sought
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 Firefighters Extinguish Early Morning Blaze, Rescue Resident and Cat from Arroyo Sierra Circle Home
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.
Santa Rosa Parking Enforcement Officer Injured in Hit-and-Run, Oregon Man Charged
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.
Sonoma County Board Secures Year of Free Internet for Over 500 Low-Income Households
Sonoma County approves a free internet service program for over 500 low-income households, funded by the ARPA, to improve digital connectivity post-pandemic.
Vallejo Standoff Ends in Arrest of Garry Harrison Jr. for Assault with a Deadly Weapon
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.
Sausalito/Brentwood Man Arrested for Spate of Armed Robberies in Marin County
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.
Suspect Arrested in Rohnert Park for Burglary and Identity Theft Involving Stolen School Property
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.
Sonoma County in Mourning: Community Remembers Ranger Kat Pringle Amid Murder-Suicide Investigation
Ranger Kat Pringle from Sonoma County Regional Parks died in a suspected murder-suicide involving a former colleague. Her death has deeply affected the community.