An armed man in Marin County surrendered peacefully after 8 hours of negotiation with law enforcement, ending a mental health crisis without violence.

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Sonoma County deputies arrested two males for burglary in Rohnert Park after they were found with burglar tools and stolen property; a live snake was also found in a car's trunk during the incident.

Javier Cruz Navarro was sentenced to 35 years to life for child sex crimes in Sonoma County, and can seek parole after 20 years due to California's "elder parole" law.

A lockdown at Rancho Cotate High School was initiated after a threatening text by a student, leading to a swift investigation and detainment of the juvenile without finding an actual threat.

Two people were arrested in Santa Rosa for operating a car chop shop, following a Sonoma County Auto Theft Task Force sting.

Napa Valley is hosting its first Cookbook Fest from June 21 to 23, featuring a lineup of top chefs like Tyler Florence for a culinary event with meals, talks, and signings.

A woman bit a police officer during her arrest at a Fairfield store after refusing to leave, resulting in multiple charges including battery on an officer.

Two juveniles were arrested for detonating an explosive device at Kenilworth Junior High School in Petaluma, causing no injuries but prompting evacuation.

A man named Ruben Lopez was arrested in South Napa Marketplace for attacking vehicles with rocks, evading and assaulting police officers, and faces multiple charges including weapon assault and vandalism.

Zebulon Ira Baldwin was found dead in Fairfield, leading to a homicide investigation and the arrest of Erick John Fredericks. The case is ongoing, and Fairfield PD seeks public assistance.

Douglas Shannon was arrested in Novato, CA, for a hate crime after escalating a parking dispute and threatening to report a neighbor to immigration, based on their race.

The Petaluma Police are searching for a missing 13-year-old, Anna Joy Higgins, last seen early Thursday without her phone, carrying a duffel bag. Authorities seek public assistance.