Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Woman Shot At Park, In Critical Condition: Santa Rosa Police
West Avenue was expected to be closed for several hours as police processed the shooting scene.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Maggie Avants, Patch Staff
- Concord, CA
An award-winning copy editor and journalist, Maggie Avants' experience in the news business goes back to when she had a paper route in sixth grade. She would go on to earn a degree in journalism as well as the title of "Distinguished Journalist of the Year" for the campus newspaper.
Since 2009, she has served as a local news editor for online and print publications. A member of the Society of Professional Journalists, Maggie has been invited back to her alma mater to mentor new journalists.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Rohnert Park Homicide: 2 More Arrests Made
Four arrests have now been made in the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Cesar Daniel Saloma at Park Ridge Apartments.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
Pinole Diamond In The Rough On Market For First Time Since 1961
This home listed for $579,000 has been owned by the same family since it was first built. A new family is sought to make it shine again.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Foreclosure: Rohnert Park Golf Course Home In Need Of TLC
For $800,000, buyers will get a spacious four-bedroom, three-bath home with beautiful views and plenty of potential.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Fixer Upper In Prime Napa Valley Location Lists For $2.25M
Buyers can choose to build multiple homes on this 1-acre lot or fix up the existing home which was originally built in 1880.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Coroner Identifies 18-Year-Old Girl Who Died In Highway 4 Crash
"This crash was a tragic loss of a young life that will never be fulfilled."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Superintendent Arrested; AAA Four Diamond Rating: Patch PM
Today's headlines from across the North Bay.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Graton Resort & Casino Awarded AAA Four Diamond Rating
"The Four Diamond honor is an outstanding achievement for Graton Resort & Casino."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Gets Green Light For Yellow Tier
The move lets businesses expand indoor operations; for example, wineries can reach 50 percent capacity or 200 people, whichever is fewer.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Authorities Identify Driver Who Died In Crash Off Calistoga Road
Calistoga Road was closed in both directions at the scene of the fatal incident, the California Highway Patrol said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Rockin' Jump Bounces Into Concord; Announces Grand Opening
The trampoline park founded in the East Bay celebrates Rockin' Jump Concord's grand opening and looks to hire around 50 part-time employees.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Longterm I-80 Ramp Closures Near Cal Maritime In Vallejo
Caltrans expects the Sequoia Avenue and Highway 29/Sonoma Boulevard onramps to westbound Interstate Highway 80 to remain closed until 2023.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Firefighters Injured; Vault Explosion; Art Walk Returns: Patch PM
Today's headlines from across the North Bay.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Cal Fire: 3-Day Prescribed Burn On Highway 128 In Yolo County
Residents and commuters will see smoke, and traffic will be down to one lane during this week's burn.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Brush Fire Doused East Of Napa
Forward progress of the blaze on 1st Avenue was stopped in under 30 minutes, according to Cal Fire
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Arrest Made In Solano County Freeway Shooting
The CHP arrested a Concord man on suspicion of attempted murder, shooting at a vehicle and assault with a deadly weapon.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord Man Accused In I-680 Freeway Shooting
The CHP arrested a Concord man on suspicion of attempted murder, shooting at a vehicle and assault with a deadly weapon.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
LOCATED: Missing Santa Rosa Woman May Need Medical Attention
Concepcion Rodriguez-Bravo, 71, was last seen Sunday morning and does not have a car, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Santa Rosa Woman No Longer Missing, Police Say
Stephanie Hubbard has medical issues that affect her cognitive skills, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Benicia Art Walk Returns This Saturday
"After an abbreviated season due to the pandemic last year, we look forward to a full season of Benicia Art Walk this year."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
