Explosion Investigation Closes Highway; Wow Houses: Patch PM

NORTH BAY, CA – Missed today's headlines? Here are the Patch stories from Marin, Napa, Solano and Sonoma counties that people are talking about today:

Driver Injured In Crash With Semi-Truck Near Marin-Sonoma Line

• "Ultimately, crews were forced to utilize the Jaws of Life to remove large portions of the vehicle to access the driver."

Marin Extends Involuntary Psychiatric Holds For 30 More Days

• The board's resolution says the approval of the additional 30-day involuntary psychiatric hold can decrease institutional placements.

5 Seats Available On San Anselmo Arts Commission

• The 11-member commission produces the Beatles Tribute every year as well as the free Music in the Park concert series.

Ross Valley Flood Fee Increase Proposed

• The county is proposing a 3 percent increase for Ross Valley's stormwater fee.

Eighty Eight Fire Burns North Of Winters

• The fire in Yolo County was 20-percent contained Wednesday afternoon.

Explosion Investigation Closes Highway 101 In Santa Rosa

• A report of an explosion prompted authorities to evacuate the Santa Rosa Kaiser Permanente campus and shut down roads.

Santa Rosa Motorcycle Crash: Harley Rider Suffers Major Injuries

• The collision closed eastbound Piner Road between Bay Village Circle and the railroad tracks until around 10 p.m. Tuesday.

Cozy San Rafael Home With Covered Porch, Large Lawn

• This $2,199,000 home offers an open floor plan, multiple outdoor rooms and a hot tub.

Mill Valley Estate With Mesmerizing Views: $6.75 Million

• Perched on Mount Tamalpais, this North Bay home features a butler's pantry, oversize kitchen, theater, garden, pool and so much more.

Immaculate Benicia Home With Porch, Balconies: $715K

• With a welcoming covered front porch and updated interior features, this four-bedroom is immaculate inside and out.

Charming Napa Craftsman With Covered Porch, River View: $929K

• Other perks include a second unit and a view of the river.

October Wildfires: City Of Santa Rosa Files Lawsuit Against PG&E

• The city of Santa Rosa issued a statement Tuesday night about its lawsuit against PG&E in the October 2017 firestorm.

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