San Leandro Man Busted In San Rafael Hotel Sex Sting On Alleged Teen Target
A San Leandro man was arrested after allegedly arranging to meet a 15‑year‑old during a multi‑agency sting that freed two adult victims, police say. The suspect is booked in Marin County.
Redwood Crash On Mendocino’s Hwy 128 Near Navarro Kills Logging Trucker
A 69-year-old Anderson Valley man died when his logging truck left SR‑128 and struck a redwood near Navarro. The California Highway Patrol says the cause remains under investigation.
Ex-Windsor Mayor Dominic Foppoli Faces Six-Week Civil Showdown In Sonoma County
Seven women will bring a civil case against former Windsor mayor Dominic Foppoli in Sonoma County next month. The complaint spans allegations from groping to rape and names his winery and a local charity as defendants.
Secret Vallejo Badge-Bending Ritual Nails 6 Cops, Clears 8
A long-hidden Giordano probe released June 23 finds six Vallejo officers violated policy in a badge‑bending ritual; eight were cleared. The report was unsealed after years of legal fights.
Hammer-Wielding Thief Hits Downtown Petaluma Jeweler in Daytime Heist
A man smashed a display and stole jewelry from Joyeria Angelica in downtown Petaluma on Monday. Police released a suspect description and are asking for tips and video.
Deadly Lakeville Highway Crash Near Petaluma Throws Commute Into Chaos
A crash Friday afternoon closed Lakeville Highway at Highway 37 southeast of Petaluma, knocking down a utility pole and leaving dozens without power while investigators worked.
Napa Jury Nails Retired Prison Guard Over Child Sex Abuse Of Relatives
A Napa jury found retired corrections officer Richard Bardouski guilty of multiple sex crimes involving three children; sentencing is set for Aug. 7, 2026.












