'Doomsday Plane' | Educator's Sex Crimes | 'Cherished' Teacher Killed: Patch PM

Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Tuesday, March 10.

'Doomsday Plane' Spotted Flying In CA: Reports

The plane is used for communications relay and as a strategic airborne command post.

Former Educator Arrested For Sex Crimes With Minors In SMC: Police

Based on the nature of the crimes, investigators believe there may be additional unidentified victims.

Driver Watching YouTube Videos Crashes Into Police Car In Bay Area: CHP

A video shows a truck slamming into the patrol car, and the driver told police he was changing YouTube videos when he crashed, police said.

Victims Of Oakland Mass Shooting Include 'Deeply Cherished' East Bay Teacher: Officials

"She was an incredible educator and an even more incredible human," school officials said.

Man Who Murdered Girlfriend In Front Of Her Children Sentenced In SMC: DA

The 30-year-old man was convicted for the slaying after shooting her multiple times outside their home, prosecutors said.

A Rubber Ducky Doughnut Chain Just Arrived In The I-680/Hwy 24 Corridor

A hot-from-the-fryer doughnut chain tests the Bay Area and why Walnut Creek is talking about it.

Man Threatens Home Depot Employee With Axe In SMC: Police

The suspect told the employee he was going to beat him with an ax he was carrying and threatened to bury him, police said.

Bay Area Man Falls 700 Feet Off CA Mountain

The man had been climbing Mount Shasta when he fell, authorities said.