Pets Saved From House Fire​; COVID-19 Emergency Center: 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:

Coronavirus: Marin County Schools Plan For Potential Outbreak

School leaders and health officials are coordinating efforts to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19.

NorCal Coronavirus Emergency Center Ready To Assist Marin County

If coronavirus spreads to Marin, local officials will be coordinating their response with officials in the Alameda County Sheriff's Office.

Snakes, Dogs, Cats Saved From Petaluma House Fire

The residents weren't home when the fire broke out, but their four dogs, two cats and large snakes were unharmed, officials said.

Rohnert Park Police Seek To ID Kidnapping, Rape Suspect

Police are also advising residents to be aware of their surroundings and to take extra precautions for personal safety.

Marin County Human Rights Commission Honors Humanitarians

The Marin County Human Rights Commission honored three teens and two adults during the annual MLK Jr. Humanitarian Awards ceremony.

Napa County Celebrates Opening Of New Segment Of Devlin Road

The new segment connects Airpark and Tower roads, providing a way for drivers to avoid state Highway 29.

PG&E Tells Judge It Can't Commit To Expanding Tree-Trimming Force

A judge ordered PG&E to hire hundreds of trimmers to reduce wildfire risk, but the utility said it can't set a deadline for the hires.

Petaluma Boy, 9, Reported Missing By Father: Sheriff's Office

Santiago Barros may be with his mother, Autumn Stone, the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office says.