Rider Found Dead; Clean Car Trade-In; Power​ Shutoffs: 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:

Over 23K Marin Customers May Lose Power

If PG&E cuts power, it will be the sixth public safety power shutoff event this year. About 23,440 customers in Marin would be impacted.

Over 11K May Lose Power In Napa County

Customers who have provided their contact information to PG&E were notified Monday morning by phone, text and email.

2K May Lose Power In Solano County

Customers who would be impacted were notified Monday morning, according to PG&E.

Over 39K May Lose Power In Sonoma County

Customers who have provided their contact information to PG&E were notified Monday morning by phone, text and email.

Simulated SMART Train Service Starts At New Larkspur Station

SMART plans to open the Larkspur and Novato Downtown stations by the end of the year.

Vandalism Suspect Sought By Petaluma Police

The suspect entered an office building and vandalized a new marble table, police said.

Sonoma County Motorcyclist Found Dead Off Geysers Road: CHP

A jogger discovered the Harley-Davidson rider's body and called authorities.

500 Acres Of Land Added To Mare Island Development

"This acquisition signals the next evolutionary phase in the revival of Mare Island," said Vallejo City Manager Greg Nyhoff.

Historic Napa Co. Ranch Part Of $14.5M Sonoma Land Trust Purchase

There would be no public access if McCormick Ranch was converted to residential or agricultural use, according to the Sonoma Land Trust.

Bay Area Clean Car Trade-In Program Set To Expand

The program, offering incentives up to $9,500 to replace older cars with hybrid or electric vehicles, is expanding throughout the Bay Area.

Gov. Newsom Calls For More Oversight In CA Jails Following Investigation

Gov. Gavin Newsom wants the state to have more power to scrutinize local jails. This comes after a McClatchy and ProPublica investigation.