Man drowns trying to rescue dog after crashing into pond near Novato

According to witness statements, the man saw his dog swimming away from the truck and he jumped back in the water to try and rescue it.

Man drowns in Pacheco Pond

A man drowned after a truck he was in went into Pacheco Pond in the community of Bel Marin Keys Thursday evening, according to the California Highway Patrol. 

Man drowns in Pacheco Pond
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A man drowned after a truck he was in went into Pacheco Pond in the community of Bel Marin Keys Thursday evening, according to the California Highway Patrol.

California woman's death could not be conclusively linked to vaping: coroner

A 45-year-old woman's death that was used to show the harms of e-cigarettes could not be conclusively linked to vaping, according to the coroner. 

Mill Valley landscape architect firm sees increase in people wanting to work on outdoor living spaces
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Integrated Design Studio in Mill Valley had to lay off all but 2 employees due to coronavirus. But, suddenly everyone now wants to work on their outdoor living space which allowed the firm to hire back all their employees.

Novato police seek help after man tells children he's to bring them home

Novato police are asking for information from the public after a man approached some children Sunday and told them their mother wanted him to take them home, police said.

Several Marin County parks and trails set to reopen next week

The draft park closure and restriction order goes into effect Monday and will allow the county's towns and cities to permit vehicle parking at public parks and trailheads as they see fit.  

Hometown heroes: Salute to healthcare workers in Novato

First responders from Novato's police and fire departments, gathered outside the front entrance of Sutter Novato Community Hospital at 6:30 a.m. to cheer and applaud front-line health care workers.

New Marin County website compiles, breaks down countywide COVID-19 data

The page includes breakdowns by demographic and geographic areas to help promote understanding of the factors associated with COVID-19 transmission.

Marin County COVID-19 testing site opening Monday in San Rafael

Testing will be free and by appointment only, with priority for essential workers and people experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.

COVID-19 swab test offers peace of mind to home health care workers in Novato

The COVID-19 test, swirling a swab high in the nostril, is not a pleasant sensation, but worth it, said dozens of caregivers who streamed in for testing Friday in Novato. 

Pregnant women turn to midwives as alternative to hospital delivery

The pandemic is causing concern for some pregnant women about giving birth at a hospital, and as a result many are turning to midwives as an alternative for their delivery.

Bay Area public health officers discuss state of pandemic
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KTVU political reporter Greg Lee spoke with the public health officers for Marin County, Dr. Matt Willis; Contra Costa county, Dr. Chris Farnitano; and Alameda county, Dr. Erica Pan about the state of the coronavirus pandemic.

Fire causes extensive damage to historic building at Point Reyes Station

The fire was reported at 12:10 p.m. at the 1914 era Foresters Hall in the 500 block of Mesa Road and witnesses said smoke and flames were coming from the back of the building.