Meat Cleaver​​ Attack; Families Displaced In Fire: 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:

3 Families Displaced In Novato 4-Plex Fire

• The fire started on the balcony where a family had been barbecuing, officials said.

Man Found Dead In Petaluma Road ID'd

• Investigators are trying to determine what type of vehicle possibly struck the 53-year-old.

Camp Fire Smoke Forces School Closures In Sonoma County

• Santa Rosa Junior College canceled classes, while Sonoma State canceled outdoor activities, and 36 districts in the area are shut down.

Repeat DUI Offender Arrested Following Citizen Tip

• The Petaluma man allegedly was swerving on Highway 101 before parking at restaurant, drinking alcohol and urinating in the parking lot, cops say.

Son Attacks Dad With Meat Cleaver

• The father was listed in serious condition at an area hospital following the bloody attack, Santa Rosa police said.

Moratorium On Commercial Cannabis Extended In Napa County

• The temporary halt for unincorporated areas was due to expire Dec. 4.

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