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Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Wednesday, Aug. 26.

Man Threatened To Shoot, Kill Bank Employees In Marin County: Police

Police said a gun violence restraining order led detectives to seize several firearms, including two unserialized rifles.

Video Shows SF Muni Driver Nod Off Before Crashing Into Train

The train operator was near the San Francisco Zoo on the morning of July 31, when he suddenly crashed.

Teen Arrested After Biting, Stabbing Father In Berkeley: Police

The teen was arrested on suspicion of several crimes, including assault with a deadly weapon, police said.

Man Found Dead In Icy Sonoma County Waters Identified

A rescue swimmer brought a man found in a Sonoma County waterway ashore after authorities received a call about a possible rescue.

Laundry Room Fire Hits Rohnert Park Home

Firefighters contained the blaze to a laundry room, but electrical and smoke damage displaced the resident.

Meta Reaches $17B Settlement With States In Landmark Trial Over Teen Social Media Addiction

California, was among 29 states that sued the tech giant, but the deal cuts short the trial before CEO Mark Zuckerberg could take the stand.

Suspect Acted Alone In Deadly Oakland Stabbing Rampage, Police Say

The Oakland Police Department said that three men and two women were stabbed at several locations across East Oakland.

Battle Over Longtime Berkeley Homeless Encampment Coming To A Head As Removal Notices Are Posted

The next chapter in the ongoing fight over Berkeley's Harrison Street homeless encampment is taking shape.

San Jose Police Officer Injured, Suspect Killed Following Shootout South Of Downtown

The incident began earlier in the day, when officers spotted the vehicle of an armed robbery suspect.

Man Arrested, Accused Of Cutting San Mateo Power Lines And Wires: Police

A man was arrested after he cut power lines and other wires earlier this week at several San Mateo locations, police said.

Timber Fire Continues To Grow, Now Consumes Nearly 18,000 Acres

The fire's size grew, and containment shrank slightly Wednesday, authorities said.