Reckless driver tries to escape San Rafael police by diving into canal

San Rafael police said they arrested a man who was driving recklessly and tried to escape them by diving into a nearby canal on Thursday. The suspect had an outstanding felony warrant for his arrest, according to officials.

San Rafael burglar forgets keys inside crime scene

A Northern California burglar returned to the scene of the crime this weekend after he forgot his keys inside a doughnut company’s corporate office.

Guide Dogs for the Blind celebrates dogs and volunteers at annual California Fun Day

Hundreds of puppies-in-training and volunteer puppy raisers were celebrated on Saturday at the annual Guide Dogs for the Blind California Fun Day in San Rafael.

Comcast worker imposter arrested for alleged burglary in San Rafael

A San Francisco man was arrested for allegedly posing as a Comcast worker to burglarize a residence in San Rafael, Sheriff's deputies said.

Brush fire prompts evacuations in San Rafael

A vegetation fire briefly prompted evacuations in San Rafael Monday evening. Officials said the fire is affecting the 200 block of Highland and Summit avenues. The fire was first reported just after 10 p.m. The evacuation warning came about 10 minutes later. 

Swim coach accused of seeking to pay teen for sex: San Rafael police

A 59-year-old school swim coach was arrested after responding to a fake online ad to express interest in paying a 16-year-old girl for sex, according to the San Rafael police. 

San Rafael brush fire burns close to 101 freeway

At least one lane of the southbound 101 freeway in San Rafael is closed due to a nearby brush fire. 

Mother's Day rally for abortion rights held in Marin County

From Berkeley to San Rafael, hundreds gathered at two Bay Area protests in support of abortion rights. Sunday's rally in San Rafael lasted for several hours outside the Marin County Civic Center.

San Rafael high school teacher was intoxicated on job, police say

A teacher in a San Rafael high school has been arrested for child endangerment after she allegedly appeared intoxicated on the job, the San Rafael police announced on Thursday.

Beloved North Bay coffee shop, a symbol of the American Dream, may be priced out

In San Rafael, a beloved coffee shop has a potentially fatal problem: landlords unwilling to renew its lease. This is an immigrant American Dream that may become a business obituary.

San Rafael homeless man suing city for health problems

A man who is homeless in San Rafael has sued both the city and CalTrans, claiming that living in a camp near the freeway has caused multiple health issues.

Californians honor Cesar Chavez Day with community service

In honor of Cesar Chavez Day, communities across California on Thursday are participating in a day of community service. That includes Martha's Kitchen in San Jose, where Mayor Sam Liccardo will be handing out food.

San Francisco educator killed in Richmond-San Rafael big-rig crash had promising life

Michael Baroja's 1988 Toyota Supra stalled while he was driving on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge going eastbound. His car caught on fire after a big rig crashed into it from behind.

Big rig engulfed in flames on Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, fatal collision impacts traffic

All lanes of eastbound I-580, the lower deck of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, were blocked after a fiery, fatal traffic collision, according to California Highway Patrol.