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Sonoma County sheriff's deputies cited a man working at this roadside fruit stand on suspicion of violating coronavirus-related public health orders. A sheriff's office spokesperson said the fruit stand received two warnings prior to the citation.
Sonoma County sheriff's deputies cited a man working at this roadside fruit stand on suspicion of violating coronavirus-related public health orders. A sheriff's office spokesperson said the fruit stand received two warnings prior to the citation. (Al Francis/Napasonomaphotos.com)

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A spokesperson for the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office clarified actions taken by deputies at a roadside stand east of Petaluma.

Marin County Hits 200 Coronavirus Cases

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Of the confirmed cases, 50 remain active. There have been 140 documented COVID-19 recoveries, according to county data.

Mandatory Face Covering Order Takes Effect In Marin County

"Part of the new normal will be seeing your face covering as part of your regular clothing," said county public health officer Matt Willis.

Face Coverings Mandatory On Marin Transit Buses: Coronavirus

Bus drivers can refuse service to riders without a face covering.

Suspect Sought In Car Tampering, Attempted Assault With Car: PPD

The victim said when they confronted a man under their Toyota Prius, he got into a Saturn and almost ran them over, Petaluma police said.

Report Of Man With Knife In Napa Target Draws Police Response: PD

Target security notified police about a man waving a knife at them, the Napa Police Department said.

Emotional, Mental Health Support Line Open To Sonoma County Residents

The warm line opens Thursday and gives Sonoma County residents professionals to talk to about the pandemic and shelter-in-place order.

PG&E CEO To Retire; Interim CEO Named

Bill Johnson was named CEO in April 2019. His main role was to lead the company out of bankruptcy.

Previously Unknown Bay Area Coronavirus Death Was Nation's First

The Feb. 6 fatality in Santa Clara County is the first known COVID-19-related death in the United States.

CHP Issues 2,500 Speeding Tickets In 30 Days: CA Stay-Home Order

With an 87-percent increase in speeding violations over 100 mph, new messages are coming to 700 electronic freeway signs across California.

CA To Allow Elective Surgeries, Ramp Up Coronavirus Testing

California hospitals can resume elective surgeries that had been on hold due to the coronavirus, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday.

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