BioMarin will buy Amicus for roughly $4.8 billion, folding two marketed rare‑disease drugs into its portfolio as the companies eye a Q2 2026 close. The agreement is subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals.

The Diocese of Santa Rosa has listed roughly 13 acres around St. Joan of Arc in Yountville for sale, flagging flood and access hurdles as it seeks funds during bankruptcy.

A dispute over an unleashed dog in Vallejo led to an armed confrontation and the arrest of a man after police found unregistered firearms in his vehicle.

A Civic Lens poll of 400 likely voters puts Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco atop early California governor polling, but strategists say a large undecided vote keeps the race fluid.

A pickup plowed through the windows of Hot Couture Vintage Fashion in downtown Santa Rosa Thursday; the building was red‑tagged and one person sustained minor injuries. Investigators are still working to determine how the crash unfolded.

Novato’s council upheld an appeals‑board order keeping the 14‑unit Romar Court building red‑tagged; tenants remain displaced while the owner pursues repairs.

After 61 years, Rio Vista’s Point announced it will close; owners blamed failed lease talks and high costs as the property is listed for sale.

Two minors were arrested for a November armed robbery in Marin City, where they allegedly robbed victims at gunpoint during a social media arranged clothing sale.

A 17-year-old was arrested following a Fairfield stabbing after a verbal altercation. The incident may be gang-related, with evidence collected at the suspect's home.

Solano County Sheriff's Office posted photos of a Nov. 13, 2024 search that led to the arrest of Michael Hartwig, 83, after investigators say they found more than 1,000 images of child sexual abuse material.

A man was arrested in Healdsburg following erratic behavior at a bus stop and found to have an outstanding felony warrant. He allegedly threw objects at vehicles and wielded a glass bottle threateningly.

A retired Sonoma County deputy alleges years of racial discrimination and repeated pass‑overs for promotions in an 83‑page lawsuit filed in county court.

A former Sonoma County Farm Bureau employee was charged after officials say she stole roughly $375,000. The bureau says it will cover unrecovered foundation losses while prosecutors proceed.