Grenade brought to Novato High for history lesson causes shelter-in-place order
A guest speaker who brought in a grenade for a history class at Novato High School on Tuesday prompted a shelter-in-place for the school, according to the Novato Police Department.
Man doused with pepper spray outside Islamic center: Novato police
Novato police accused a man of disrupting a religious ceremony and using pepper spray on a person planning to celebrate Ramadan at an Islamic center.
Suspected drug dealer arrested on manslaughter charge in Santa Rosa after woman dies from fentanyl overdose
A Santa Rosa man has been arrested on manslaughter and drug charges, accused of supplying fentanyl to two women who overdosed. One of the women died, Marin County sheriff’s officials said.
Driver arrested on DUI after injuring 2 teen bicyclists in Novato
Officers arrested a driver following a suspected DUI crash that injured two teen bicyclists and other travelers in Novato earlier this week, police said.
Storm leads to deadly crash, downed trees, power outages
From a landslide shutting down Highway 9 in both directions in Santa Clara County, to a fatal accident in Marin County, Saturday’s weather took a toll on Bay Area roadways.
Rain rolls in to the Bay Area, last-minute preparations underway
Last-minute preparations were underway across the Bay Area Sunday with several days of forecast rain rolling into the region. Some homeowners, who hoped to spend the day picking out presents, instead found themselves grabbing sandbags and clearing gutters and drains.
Retired Novato police officer loses battle with PTSD
99 members of law enforcement have taken their own lives this year alone, according to bluehelp.org.
City manager Adam McGill, former police chief, announces resignation
Novato City Manager Adam McGill has announced his resignation effective Dec. 31, ending seven years with the city and a total of 32 years in public service.
'Experimental' airplane lands on road in Novato
A small aircraft that had experienced engine problems landed on a road in Novato on Thursday, according to authorities.
Bay Area fire chief named 2023 fire chief of the year in California
Marin County's fire chief was named 2023 Fire Chief of the Year by the California Fire Chiefs Association.
Novato police searching for suspected residential burglar in Bolling Drive area
Novato police again asked residents in the area of Bolling Drive and Marin Valley Drive to shelter in place just before 9 p.m. as officers searched the area for a suspected residential burglar.
Novato Lucky grocery store closed due to rat infestation
Health officials have temporarily closed the Lucky grocery store in Novato following an investigation into rats on the premises.
KTVU heads to Novato for a Zip Trip
KTVU went to Novato Friday for a summer Zip Trip, and viewers were invited to tag along and explore the North Bay's charming town.
Novato man arrested twice in 1 week for suspected hate crimes
A 59-year-old man was arrested twice in one week for suspected hate crimes, the Novato Police Department said Tuesday.
Bears spotted in Novato near park
A mother bear and two cubs were allegedly seen near Novato's Miwok Park on Sunday, according to police.
Suspect arrested in North Bay homicide
Police have arrested 65-year-old Novato resident Paul Dwight for allegedly fatally shooting his roommate and a dog Friday afternoon.
Novato police release image of suspected bank robber in hopes of identifying him
Police in Novato are looking for a man who robbed a bank on Friday.
Novato landslide could threaten Highway 101 and major water main
Even before the next rains fall, crews are keeping a close eye on a Novato hillside that is in danger of sliding again and destroying three major pieces of infrastructure.
Landslide and mudslide dangers increasing throughout Bay Area
With the ground thoroughly soaked, the consequences of each additional atmospheric river is more mudslide ands landslides. Slides are bad, but additional rain can make them much worse.
Amazon truck completely charred on Highway 37 in Novato
An Amazon truck caught fire on Highway 37 in Novato, officials said. The truck was completely destroyed but no injuries were reported.