Gunman Takes Hostages; Female Surfman; Weekend Events: 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:

Hostages Taken At Yountville Veterans Home In Napa

• A man armed with a rifle was continuing to hold three people hostage, authorities said. Crisis negotiators and SWAT teams are on scene.

Sonoma County Man Accused Of Molesting Multiple Young Girls

• The 34-year-old was booked this week on suspicion of sex acts with a child 10 or younger and lewd and lascivious acts with a child.

Coast Guard Member Becomes Fourth Active Female Surfman

• "Dreams don't care about gender. If you want something badly enough, and you're willing to fight for it, you can do it."

Napa Co. Assessor May Owe $20K In Back Taxes, Grand Jury Finds

• According to a grand jury ruling, Assessor John Tuteur leased his property as a cell-tower site but rental income wasn't properly assessed.

Skeletal Remains Found; Shotgun Stolen: Marin County Crime Log

• A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom incidents from across Marin County.

Festival Of Colors; Marsh Madness; Film Festival: NorCal Weekend

• Looking for family fun and things to do this weekend in Northern California? Patch has you covered.

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