As children and families across the region prepare for the upcoming school year, Bay Area health officials urge everyone to make sure your back-to-school checklist starts with getting your child vaccinated. Vaccines are safe, effective, and a routine part of preventative healthcare. They protect … [Read more...] about Vaccinations advised for all Bay Area families
Drifter arrested in Pini Hardware theft
We were alerted to the social media post made by Pini Hardware about a theft at their business last week. Pini Hardware filed an online report, and we investigated possible leads. An aware community member who saw the social media post called Novato Police Dispatch on the evening of Friday (7/11) to … [Read more...] about Drifter arrested in Pini Hardware theft
San Rafael teens arrested in auto burglary case in Novato
NOVATO POLICE REPORT Over the weekend, multiple arrests were made in an auto burglary case, which occurred on Marin Valley Drive on 7/16. Novato Police Detectives received a crime tip last week regarding camera footage of the incident, which showed a clear view of the suspect vehicle (a yellow … [Read more...] about San Rafael teens arrested in auto burglary case in Novato
Narcotics Unit Seizes over three pounds of Methamphetamine
On July 16, 2025, the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit and patrol deputies executed a search warrant in Santa Rosa. David Groth was detained during the search warrant. K9 Duke responded to the location and located methamphetamine in both Groth’s vehicle and apartment. In total, Groth … [Read more...] about Narcotics Unit Seizes over three pounds of Methamphetamine
Santa Clara woman arrested for hate crime in Novato church fire
On July 12 at about 6:30 a.m., Novato Police officers responded to a report of a brush fire at North Bay Christ Church on Redwood Boulevard. Witnesses reported that a female adult was seen walking away from the fire. Officers arrived and saw a 30’ X 30’ area actively burning with approximate 10’ … [Read more...] about Santa Clara woman arrested for hate crime in Novato church fire
Gang robs kid on the streets of Novato
On Sunday, July 13, just after 8 p.m., Novato PD responded to Fourth Street regarding a disturbance call. Patrol officers located a 16 year-old victim who was approached by a group of 10 masked juveniles. The group attempted to rob the victim of his personal belongings while yelling … [Read more...] about Gang robs kid on the streets of Novato
Thinking about the future of Marin City
Marin City residents, youth, small business owners, faith leaders, and seniors will engage in dialogue with Marin County officials at the Forever Marin City Futures Forum—a public gathering and intergenerational dialogue to help the community chart a new course for its future. The event, … [Read more...] about Thinking about the future of Marin City
Out-of-town crew jailed for retail theft in Novato
On July 8, around 4 p.m., Novato Police Officers responded to a report of a theft from a retail store in Vintage Oaks. Staff reported that four people stole about $2,000-$3,000 worth of merchandise from the store. Descriptions of the suspects were provided to the responding officers. The … [Read more...] about Out-of-town crew jailed for retail theft in Novato
I don’t care who you are, this about-face by Trump on Epstein is plainly weird
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive Our beloved Associated Press tells us that “far-right influencers and conservative internet personalities” question the Trump Administration’s about-face this week on the Jeffrey Epstein mysteries. Let me assure you, it’s not just the far right with … [Read more...] about I don’t care who you are, this about-face by Trump on Epstein is plainly weird
Marin County Squares Up On Trump; Joins Lawsuit
The County of Marin has joined a growing coalition of local governments suing the Trump Administration over efforts to punish jurisdictions that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. The lawsuit, originally filed by San Francisco and Santa Clara counties and now joined by 48 … [Read more...] about Marin County Squares Up On Trump; Joins Lawsuit