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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:

Suspected Hate Crime Investigated In Petaluma: Police

Hate speech was written in dust on the victim's car; when a photo of it showed up on social media, police immediately began investigating.

Woman Drives Through Crowd Of Protesters In Santa Rosa: Police

The woman said her car was vandalized and she was assaulted, while protesters told a different story.

Marin Officials Advise Residents To Stay In 'Social Bubbles'

Marin County health officials are encouraging people to stay in "social bubbles" to stay safe this summer amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Overnight Ramp, Road Closures Scheduled On I-80 In Solano County

Paving projects require nightly closures this week on and near Interstate Highway 80 in Fairfield and Cordelia, Caltrans says.

Constellation Over Marin County: Photo Of The Day

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Scenic Hike In Marin County: Photo Of The Day

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No Fans: PGA Championship In San Francisco

Have you already bought tickets? Here's information on how to get a refund.

California Coronavirus: Live Updates On Reopening, Orders, Cases

Here's a roundup of all the coronavirus developments in California as of June 21.

Consumer Reports Offers Ways To Save Time And Money Food Shopping

Here are 21 ways to optimize your shopping dollars and minimize your effort as food prices spike from Consumer Reports.

Will CA Amend Its Constitution Post-Protests?

Lawmakers will consider several measures that have taken on newfound significance amid widespread protests over racism.

From the weekend:

Downtown Summer San Rafael Farmers Market Nixed

Two other year-round San Rafael farmers markets remain open.

3 Arrested For Child Porn: Novato Police

Three Novato men were arrested for possession of child pornography, police said.

Marin Prepares To Reopen Gyms, Salons And Restaurants

More indoor-based businesses are slated to reopen, including gyms, hair salons, nail salons, hotels and indoor seating at restaurants.

Wave Of Catalytic Converter Thefts Reported In Marin County

Police agencies in Marin County are warning of a wave of catalytic converter thefts.

CA Community Colleges Win Suit Over Emergency Federal Relief

The federal education department was sued last month for arbitrarily placing restrictions on emergency relief funds from Congress.

UC Regents Move To End Affirmative Action Ban In Historic Shift

Regents endorse a constitutional amendment that would repeal the affirmative action ban approved by voters in 1996.