On 03/07/24, an MCSO Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a white Honda Civic for mechanical violations. The driver was identified as Julian Sanchez (age 21) out of San Rafael. A records check showed Sanchez was on Marin County Probation with terms to include search and seizure of his property and … [Read more...] about Alleged high volume drug dealer targeting Marin kids is jailed; parents warned to stay vigilant
Novato middle school locked down by police after ‘gun’ battle
Earlier this afternoon (3/15), NPD received a report of a teenager with a handgun hiding behind a bush, in front of Sinaloa Middle School. The report came in after classes were released for the day, but some students and staff remained on campus. The school was contacted and placed into lockdown. … [Read more...] about Novato middle school locked down by police after ‘gun’ battle
Election 2024: Closer, and less important, than you probably think
By Thomas L. Knapp Depending on whom you listen to about the constantly shifting horse race we call a US presidential election, either Joe Biden or Donald Trump is always ahead or behind by a nose ... nationally. For example, a March 7-13 Ipsos/Reuters poll has Biden at 39% and Trump at 38%, … [Read more...] about Election 2024: Closer, and less important, than you probably think
Wild chase through Sausalito, Larkspur and Marin results in one arrest; confiscation of a gun and drugs
A suspect in an automobile break-in on Napa Street in the early morning hours of Thursday, March 14 was arrested after leading officers from multiple jurisdictions on a car chase along Highway 101 between Sausalito and Larkspur. Officers of the Sausalito Police Department began the … [Read more...] about Wild chase through Sausalito, Larkspur and Marin results in one arrest; confiscation of a gun and drugs
Sausalito studying standards for multi-unit building permits
A study session on new objective standards for multi-unit building permits in Sausalito and the appeal of Planning Commission approval of a project at 426 Pine Street are among the topics on the agenda for the regular meeting of the City Council at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March … [Read more...] about Sausalito studying standards for multi-unit building permits
Fentanyl spike in ODs returns to historical levels, which is less alarming but not good
The Marin County Health Department in its regular report on Friday, March 15, reports: "In response to a cluster of overdoses in our community in late February, Marin Public Health released an Overdose Spike Alert for March 1-14, 2024. The overdose rate has returned to historical averages, and … [Read more...] about Fentanyl spike in ODs returns to historical levels, which is less alarming but not good
Rotary donates dictionaries to Novato third graders
The Loma Verde Elementary School recently received a special delivery – over 60 brand new hard-back dictionaries from the Rotary Club of Ignacio. They were distributed to three classes of 3rd graders. This effort is part of a 20-year project by the Rotary Club of Ignacio, along with their fellow … [Read more...] about Rotary donates dictionaries to Novato third graders
County taking closer look at multitudinous advisory boards
In an initial move toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusivity within the county's governance, the Marin County Board of Supervisors will consider taking some initial steps toreview its boards and commissions. The proposed changes come after the Supervisors requested that all discretionary … [Read more...] about County taking closer look at multitudinous advisory boards
Marin 911: Dope smokin’ man in PJs obstructs traffic, dogs off leash everywhere and social media site dishes dirt
Editor’s Note: Yes, there are public safety issues in bucolic Marin County. These are just a few of the latest gleaned from cop logs by the journalists at Marin Local News. SAUSALITO Pajama Man: A man known to frequent downtown Sausalito and do weird things was reported standing on Coloma … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Dope smokin’ man in PJs obstructs traffic, dogs off leash everywhere and social media site dishes dirt
Marin learns how to be more proactive for cybersecurity threats
As cyberattacks continue to threaten communities nationwide, Bay Area counties are taking proactive steps to strengthen preparedness and deter bad actors online. The County of Marin recently hosted nearly 150 participants from counties, cities, special districts, and critical infrastructure sectors … [Read more...] about Marin learns how to be more proactive for cybersecurity threats