The Marin County Department of Public Works (DPW) recently completed five projects to improve sections of roadway across unincorporated areas of Marin. The projects resurfaced a total of 19.6 miles of road and carried a total cost of approximately $6.5 million, about 22% of which was … [Read more...] about 19.6 miles of Marin roads repaired
San Rafael
Man pulled over for DUI in San Rafael; driver had a ghost gun, pot and 70 rounds of ammo
SRPD’s K-9 Unit observed a speeding vehicle on Bellam Boulevard early Saturday morning. The vehicle was stopped, and the driver was contacted. The driver was found to be intoxicated. At the beginning of the DUI investigation, the driver was found to have a loaded, non-serialized handgun in … [Read more...] about Man pulled over for DUI in San Rafael; driver had a ghost gun, pot and 70 rounds of ammo
Armed attack in Terra Linda leads San Rafael cops to San Francisco; two adults and a minor arrested with cache of illegal guns
SRPD Officers arrested two adults and a juvenile on a variety of serious felony charges after they were involved in a violent armed attack in Terra Linda and leading officers in a pursuit that ended in San Francisco. Guns involved in the attack were also recovered. Just after 2:15 P.M., on … [Read more...] about Armed attack in Terra Linda leads San Rafael cops to San Francisco; two adults and a minor arrested with cache of illegal guns
Sex offender Brett Ortiz of Novato sentenced to 75 years in prison
Convicted Sex Registrant Sentenced to 75 Years to Life for Child Sexual Assault Case In April 2022, the Novato Police Department was alerted to a child sexual assault case that occurred several years prior. An NPD Detective specializing in Child Forensic Interviews spoke with the victim, who … [Read more...] about Sex offender Brett Ortiz of Novato sentenced to 75 years in prison
Trump v Bureaucracy
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive Democrats call it a “Constitutional Crisis.” I’d call it more of an “Adventure.” Look, you know as well as I that modern presidents have always used executive orders to bend the government how they want. Barack Obama’s famous line — “I have a pen and … [Read more...] about Trump v Bureaucracy
Karina Ornelas sworn in to San Rafael Police Department
A press release from SRPD: SRPD formally welcomed Officer Karina Ornelas. She took the oath of office and was officially sworn in as a San Rafael Police Officer. Officer Ornelas' family was in attendance during the ceremony, and Officer Ornelas’ mother pinned her badge. Officer Ornelas came … [Read more...] about Karina Ornelas sworn in to San Rafael Police Department
Woman rescued after being trapped in rising floodwaters
From the Marin County Sheriff's Department: On 2/4/2025, just after 5am, a driver was traveling along Platform Bridge Rd, just outside Pt Reyes Station. The weather was very poor and roadways were beginning to flood. The driver hit a large puddle of water and lost control of the vehicle, winding … [Read more...] about Woman rescued after being trapped in rising floodwaters
Marin Juvenile Hall expands specialized tablets for its youth
Marin County Juvenile Hall has reached new heights in enhancing educational connectivity for its youth. The Juvenile Hall actively engages youth by utilizing electronic tablets equipped with a robust database of online academic resources. This initiative represents a commitment to facilitating … [Read more...] about Marin Juvenile Hall expands specialized tablets for its youth
MAGA Republicans take over Marin County Central Committee
The Marin County Republican Central Committee is under new leadership after electing a fresh slate of officers for its executive committee at it meeting on Jan. 30, 2025. The following officers were all elected by unanimous consent: Chairman: John Turnacliff Vice Chair: Antoinette “Tina” … [Read more...] about MAGA Republicans take over Marin County Central Committee
Marin library celebrates Black History Month
The Marin County Free Library (MCFL) is proud to present its annual Black History Celebration, a month-long series of events in February honoring Black voices and cultural contributions. Community members of all ages are invited to participate in programs featuring music, history, … [Read more...] about Marin library celebrates Black History Month