Limeta Wins Supervisor Race In Marin County As Election Results Certified

The Novato native secured the District 5 seat outright, while voter turnout topped 60% countywide.

$62.5M Budget Approved To Fund Roads, Parks, Public Safety In Novato

City leaders said the spending plan invests in infrastructure, public safety and long-term financial stability.

Where To Find First Responder Discounts Near Novato

From a brand partner: Explore local businesses that offer savings and special deals for law enforcement, firefighters and EMTs.

Inclusive Dance Studio, Founder Honored By City Council In Marin County

City leaders praised the dance teacher for opening doors to dancers with disabilities and invited residents to an all-abilities talent show.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Novato

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Marin County.

$62.6M Budget With Focus On Roads, Parks And Pensions Reviewed By Novato City Council

Measure M sales tax revenue remained central as the city advanced a rebuild of a major road and other capital projects.

Watch: Missing Dog Rescued From 20-Foot Hole At Construction Site In Marin County

Firefighters used specialized rescue techniques to save the dog after it spent three days trapped underground.

Loaded Ghost Gun Found With Teens In Car Parked At Closed Marin County Park: Police

A 16-year-old was arrested after officers found an unserialized handgun, alcohol and cannabis during an early-morning stop, police said.

Man Points Knife At Officer During Marin County Standoff: Police

The suspect surrendered after about 20 minutes of negotiations, police said.

The Solstice 2026 June

Another Way To Explain Seasonal Shadows, Equinox, Solstice 2026.

Report Of Armed Person At Novato Shopping Center, Police Investigating

Authorities urged the public to avoid the area near the store while officers investigate.

Costco Gas Station Approved By City Council In Novato After Appeal

The vote cleared the long-debated fuel project as supporters cited lower prices while opponents raised health and climate concerns.

License Plate-Hiding Device Found On BMW, Driver Cited In Marin County: CHP

The device allowed the driver to cover the vehicle's license plate with the push of a button, authorities said.

Teen Pleads Guilty To Charges In Fatal Novato Crash That Killed Student: DA

The crash killed a Rancho Cotate High School student and injured three other teenagers, prosecutors said.

Update: Owners Found For 2 Horses Loose In Novato

The horses had been corralled by two officers with equestrian experience and housed by a neighbor while police worked to track the owners.

Novato's Ballot Drop Box Shortage Points to a Deeper Problem With Election Access

Novato had 1 drop box for ~39,000 voters in June 2026. The county met the statewide minimum but left its largest city severely underserved

Horses On The Loose Rounded Up By Police In Marin County, Owner Still Unknown

A corporal and a dispatcher with equestrian experience corralled the Arabian-Cross pair, police said.

Election Results: Marin County Primary 2026

The polls are closed in Novato, and voters have had their say on Board of Supervisors as well as who will face off for governor.

Loaded 'Ghost Gun,' Cocaine Found On 2 Men Arrested In Marin County Shopping Center Parking Lot: Police

One suspect had an outstanding warrant and was carrying an untraceable firearm with no serial number, police said.

Election Day In Novato: What’s On The Ballot For June 2 Primary

Marin County voters will choose candidates for congress, state assembly and more in the June election.

Five Years, One Vote, and a Question Novato Can't Dodge

Is Blocking the Costco Gas Station Actually Good for the Climate?

Remembering Declaration Of Independence

The United States began with a document called Declaration of Independence in the year 1776. This year is Two Hundred Fifty Years thereafter

Opinion: This Is What I Have Been Saying. The County Budget Just Confirmed It. By Marc Hunter Lewis

Response to the Marin IJ’s May 27 story on Marin’s budget challenges and what real savings look like for our safety net.

'Severe' Traffic Alert On HWY-101 Stalling Morning Commute

CHP issued a 'severe traffic alert' after a traffic collision on US-101.

Novato Fourth of July Parade Invites Entries and Appeals for Volunteers

NovatoParade.com has pages for both registrations

Video Shows Driver Possibly Sleeping Behind The Wheel Of Tesla In Marin County

Video of driver slumped behind the wheel of a moving Cybertruck, raising questions about self-driving technology and driver responsibility.

Eight Bands, Two Days: Novato's Art, Wine & Music Festival Drops Its Full Lineup

The two-day downtown festival features eight acts across the weekend, from bluegrass and country to salsa and rock.

Novato Is Aging. Our Planning Isn’t

Novato is getting older fast, but housing, safety net, and emergency plans still act like everyone can work, drive and bounce back in crisis

Celebrate Memorial Day Near Novato For America’s 250th

Army Master Sgt. John Meholick, who grew up in Marin County and is finishing his final year of active duty, will speak at the event.

Supervisors Approve New Contract With Largest Employee Union In Marin County

The two-year deal covers more than half the county workforce and includes a 7 percent cost-of-living adjustment, officials said.

Military Antenna At Novato Home

What Is Phase Array Antenna?

Marin County Opens Second Round of Community-Driven Budgeting, With $2.5 Million Up for Grabs

Residents as young as 14, regardless of immigration status, can submit ideas and vote on how to spend public funds.

Measure G for Novato Schools: The Case For, The Case Against, and the Questions Nobody's Answering

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Road Closure Announced In Novato For Clean Energy Event: Police

Police sent out an alert at 10:44 a.m.

Man Sentenced For Crash That Killed 14-Year-Old Girl In Novato: DA

The driver fled the crash scene, leaving two injured teenage passengers behind, police said.

The Ship Has Not Sailed on Novato's Grant Avenue High-Rises

Paused is not approved. Approved is not built. And not one of the downtown projects has a real parking and congestion plan behind it.

Highly Contagious Human Parvovirus Detected In Novato: What To Know

Health officials emphasize preventative steps as the seasonal outbreak peaks across California cities.

Plant-Based Showdown: Chefs Vie For The Best Vegan Dish In Marin County

Eighteen local restaurants are competing in the month-long event, which also includes a program to encourage lasting dietary change.

Student Mountain Bikers Learn Lifelong Lessons On The Trails Of Novato

The program, now serving nearly two dozen athletes, emphasizes resilience, community and skills that extend far beyond the race course.

What Does a Typical Novato Family Really Pay to Government Each Year? By Marc Hunter Lewis

Here is a question most local officials will not answer directly: when you add up everything a typical Novato homeowner family pays...