Hate Crime; Distemper Outbreak; Lion Cubs Rescued: 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:

Commercial Dungeness Crab Season Delayed By Whales, Meat Quality

• "When the data indicates the whales have migrated out of the fishing grounds, CDFW stands ready to open the commercial season."

Man Accused Of Hate Crime Against Elderly Latino Man In Petaluma

• The suspect "related that he did not like Hispanic people and proceeded to hit him with a large stick," police said.

Woman Found Dead In Duplex Fire: Santa Rosa Fire Department

• Firefighters forced entry into the unit and found a woman dead. Crews continued their search and rescued a large dog from the fire.

Bay Area Residents Asked Not To Burn Wood On Thanksgiving

• Residents in the Bay Area were advised not to burn wood on Wednesday night or on Thanksgiving to keep the air clean.

Novato’s 61st Birthday Celebration Moves to Small Screen

• NCTV to air virtual presentation January 22

Mill Valley Considered 'Hotbed' Of County's Distemper Outbreak

• Marin County is experiencing an uncommon outbreak of distemper, which can infect dogs and wild animals.

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Oakland Zoo Mends 3 Mountain Lion Cubs Rescued From The Zogg Fire

• Three orphaned mountain lion kittens rescued from the Zogg Fire are heading to a new home in Ohio after recovering at the Oakland Zoo.

200 Tricycles Stolen From SF Firefighters Toy Program

• Just days before Thanksgiving, thieves robbed 200 tricycles from the SF Firefighters Toy Program meant for children in need.

Newly Listed Modern Napa Farmhouse: $1.8M

• With plenty of natural light and incredible views on all three levels, this home, originally built in 1963 is the perfect countryside abode.