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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:

North Bay Unemployment Rates Tick Downward

The Marin County unemployment rate fell to 6.5 percent in September from 6.8 percent in August, according to preliminary data.

Motorcyclist Killed In Crash Near Bolinas ID'd

Aaron Clayton, 45, of San Francisco died in a crash near Bolinas Saturday morning, according to the Marin County coroner's office.

Monday Is Deadline To Register To Vote In Marin County

Monday is the deadline for Marin County residents to register to vote in the Nov. 3 election.

Red Flag Warning Issued For Sonoma, North Bay Mountains

The strongest wind gusts are expected to be over Napa and northeast Sonoma counties, the weather service said.

A Golden View: Marin County Photo Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.

CA Fires: Less Cal Fire Staffing; Dry Heat Persists In NorCal

Here's everything we know about California's largest fire season on record, Oct. 19. Plus, see a map of all fires burning.

California To Review COVID-19 Vaccines Approved By FDA

Newsom mapped out California's COVID-19 vaccine plan Monday, and announced which groups would receive the vaccine in its first phase.

Crashing Waves; Row Of Houseboats; Mountaintop View: CA In Photos

It's your state; It's your shot. This is California — in photos.

Prop. 20: Should California's DNA Bank Expand To Shoplifters, Opioid Offenders?

Tens of thousands of people convicted of misdemeanors would have their DNA stored. Officials disagree about whether it would lower crime.

From the weekend:

2,350-Pound Pumpkin | Unauthorized Ballot Boxes: Top CA Stories

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.

Burning Car Triggers Calistoga Brush Fire

The blaze shut down Highway 29, but firefighters were able to contain the fire to a half-acre Saturday night.

Fairfield Police Investigate Sexual Batteries

Police were investigating a possible suspect who was pretending to jog, and sexually assaulted a victim in Fairfield.

Candidate Profile: Rachel Kertz For San Rafael City Council

Rachel Kertz shares why she should be elected for San Rafael City Council.

Candidate Profile: Brian Colbert For San Anselmo Town Council

San Anselmo Vice-Mayor Brian Colbert shares why he should be elected to the Town Council.

Candidate Profile: Alexis Fineman for San Anselmo Town Council

Alexis Fineman shares why she should be elected for San Anselmo Town Council.

Candidate Profile: Greg Knell For San Rafael City Council

Greg Knell shares why he should be elected to San Rafael's City Council, District 4.

CA Fires: Dry Weather Lingers; 7,700 Firefighters Battle 12 Fires

Here's everything we know about California's worst wildfire season on record. Plus, see a map of all fires burning across the state.

Monday Is California's Voter Registration Deadline

If you are voting by mail, there are some steps you can take to make sure your vote is counted.