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School Threat Arrest; Fatal Shootings; Bridge Vultures: Patch PM
Today's stories from across the North Bay.

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:
Teacher Fatally Struck By Suspected DUI Driver In Marin County
- Debra DiBenedetto, a teacher at Dixie Elementary School in San Rafael, died Monday night while riding a bicycle in the Woodacre area.
Teen Arrested In School Shooting Threat At Novato High School
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- A 16-year-old was arrested Tuesday after allegedly threatening to shoot up Novato High School on Halloween.
2 Killed, 1 Critically Injured In Shootings In Vallejo
- Police and deputies were called Tuesday night to two separate crime scenes, but said the shootings are connected.
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- The female victim's children, 4 and 8, witnessed the bloody incident before being whisked away by neighbors in Rohnert Park, police said.
1 Dead, 1 Arrested After Old Redwood Highway Crash
- The two-vehicle was Tuesday evening, the CHP said.
Motorcyclist Struck In Hit-and-Run Passes Away From Injuries
- The vehicle that did not stop at the Vacaville scene was described by police as a white, mid-90s to early-2000s Ford Explorer SUV.
Impaired Driving Possibly To Blame In Morning Crash
- Petaluma woman arrested for suspected DUI shortly after appearing in Sonoma County court for a previous DUI, police said.
- "It is the department's objective to keep the community safe, especially at a high-risk time for offenders such as Halloween season."
Marin County Joins Court Action On 5G Technology
- In addition to the county and the town of Fairfax, the Bay Area cities of San Jose and Piedmont have filed similar actions against the FCC.
Vultures' To Stare Down Truckers On Sonoma Co. Bridge
- Officials hope the artistic creations by Sebastopol artist will remind semi drivers to not cross narrow bridge ... and make drivers smile.
Bicyclist, 20, Killed When Hit By Dump Truck ID'd
- The 58-year-old truck driver from Sonoma remained at the scene Tuesday in Santa Rosa, officials said.
Waterfront Living On Larkspur Marina: $2.4M
- This five-bedroom, three-bathroom waterfront home in Larkspur features a spacious rear deck and views of Mount Tamalpais.
- Situated on a corner lot, this $2.795 million home features a patio, deck, level lawn and play areas – perfect for the kids!
Novato Home With Solar-Heated Swimming Pool, Pool House: $929,000
- This five-bedroom, three-bathroom home in Novato features a large deck, solar-heated pool, pool house, hot tub and views of Mount Burdell.
Lovely San Anselmo Home With Large Yard, Level Lawn
- This $1.595 million home features a large yard with a built-in BBQ, level lawn, covered patio and professional landscaping.
San Rafael Home With Swimming Pool, Stunning Views
- Priced at $1.695 million, this spacious home offers five bedrooms and three bathrooms. Check out the Mount Tamalpais views!
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