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ALSO: SMART station shut down, beeping suitcase shuts down street, refinery fined $3.2 million, local market robbery and shooting

Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Wednesday, April 29. (Patch Graphics)

Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Wednesday, April 29.

Sonoma County Rock Climber Rescued By Helicopter After 15-Foot Fall At Coastal Park

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The victim had reportedly fallen about 15 feet and was suspected of having a broken foot, the Sheriff's Office said.

Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport Reaches Settlement With SFO In Naming Dispute

Officials in both cities announced Tuesday that a settlement has been reached and both parties will drop their respective lawsuits.

Air Regulators Fine Valero Benicia Refinery $3.25 Million For Multiple Air Quality Violations

"This penalty holds Valero accountable for air quality violations and makes clear that noncompliance has consequences,"said Dr. Philip Fine.

Man Impersonating Amazon Driver Arrested For Stealing Packages In SMC: Police

Police said the suspect had stolen dozens of packages over the last few weeks.

'Suspicious' Beeping Suitcase Prompts Street Closure In Berkeley: Police

The case was left in some bushes along Shattuck Avenue, police said.

Police Warn Of Jewelry Robbery Schemes Across Bay Area

The suspects appear to be targeting senior citizens, police said.

SMART Station Cleared After Police Shut-Down, Shooting Reported In North Santa Rosa

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office lifted a warning to avoid a local SMART station at 10:55 a.m.

Suspect Faces Murder Charge In Slaying, Pleads Not Guilty: Contra Costa County DA

Contra Costa County DA charges an Oakland man with the murder of a 20-year-old Antioch woman.

Suspects Rob Local Market, Fire Gun, Flee On Bike: SRPD

Police are trying to identify two men who stormed a market, demanded money, and fled on bikes.

Teen Stabbing Leads To Rohnert Park Arrest

Police say a fight escalated into a knife attack, sending one teen to the hospital and prompting detectives to seek witnesses.

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