Officer Attack; Union Strike; Wildfires; 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:

California Wildfires Destroy More Than 50 Homes, Buildings

• Evacuation orders have been expanded for the largest of the blazes, the Pawnee Fire in Lake County.

Charge Dropped Against Transient Accused In Rohnert Park Incident

• "They got the wrong guy," said Matthew Madrid's attorney, Michael Teply after the dismissal.

Convicted Murderer From Marin County Faces Police Chase Charges

• Victor Pierre Bento Silva, 30, of Greenbrae, is currently serving two life sentences.

Crews Quickly Contain Garage Fire In Mill Valley

• Firefighters are expected to remain at the scene for a few hours.

Marin County's Largest Employee Union Calls 3-Day Strike

• The county and the 1,300-member union failed to reach an agreement during mediation Monday.

San Quentin Correctional Officer Attacked By Inmate

• The officer was allegedly attacked as he was escorting 24-year-old inmate Jesus Pina back to his cell from a medical appointment.

Thieves Busted With Items Stolen From Napa, Contra Costa Safeways

• Sonoma deputies recovered over 400 items valued at $9,500 they believe were stolen from Safeway stores in Napa and Contra Costa counties.

Benicia Victorian Built In 1895 Brimming With Character: $849K

• WOW House: From a backyard pool to an attic dormer room, there is plenty to love about this 123-year-old home.

Restored 1905 Queen Anne Victorian Duplex Available In San Rafael

• The backyard at this $1.89 million home features a garden with roses, citrus trees and vegetables. There's also a hot tub.

Small Stinson Beach Home Boasts Beautiful Views

• This $1,825,000 property is only 669 square feet, but it's so close to the beach.

Small Yet Stunning Sonoma Cottage: $768K

• The 780-square-foot main residence is complemented by two detached structures: an art studio and a dry sauna.

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