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Prop One funding advances Marin behavioral health facility

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Prop One funding has created an opening for a new behavioral health facility in Marin County.

Marin County California DeskNov 1, 2026

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California Law Allows San Mateo E-Bike Age Ban

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A new state law gives San Mateo County authority to prohibit children under 12 from riding e-bikes and fine parents.

Marin County California DeskOct 26, 2026

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Marin deputy Mike Dawson receives Medal of Valor

Police, fire and courts

Deputy Mike Dawson was honored for rescuing a woman from a submerged car during a storm.

Marin County California DeskOct 21, 2026

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Marin County anchor-outs dispute move from boats to land

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Boaters in Marin County’s “anchor outs” movement are challenging the county over a move that would require them to leave their boats and live on land.

Marin County California DeskOct 19, 2026

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Moore Fire reported in Marin County on Oct. 16

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The Moore Fire was reported in Marin County on Oct. 16, with no additional incident details established here.

Marin County California DeskOct 17, 2026

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Marin County Launches Home-Kitchen Business Pilot

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Marin County supervisors have expanded small-business options through a pilot program for certain food businesses operated from home kitchens.

Marin County California DeskOct 14, 2026

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Marin Sheriff Shared License Plate Reader Data

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The Marin County Sheriff’s Office shared automated license plate reader information with law enforcement agencies outside the county.

Marin County California DeskOct 1, 2026

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Marin Seeks Community Input on Six-Year County Priorities

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Marin County is inviting community members to help shape the priorities that will guide county work over the next six years.

Marin County California DeskSep 29, 2026

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Chileno Fire containment reaches 85% in Marin County

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Containment of the Chileno Fire in Marin County reached 85%, marking progress in the firefighting effort.

Marin County California DeskSep 25, 2026

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Chileno Fire reaches 95% containment in Marin County

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The Chileno Fire in Marin County is reported at 95% containment, marking a near-complete containment update.

Marin County California DeskSep 24, 2026

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FBI Visit Follows Ballot-Stuffing Allegation in California

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The FBI visited a California community after an elections chief alleged that ballots had been improperly added or handled.

Marin County California DeskSep 23, 2026

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San Rafael Transfer-Tax Increase Goes to Voters

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A San Rafael ballot measure would substantially increase the property transfer tax to help address the city’s budget deficit.

Marin County California DeskSep 16, 2026

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$27 Million in Credits Advances Former Coast Guard Housing

Housing and development

A tax-credit package has cleared a financing step for affordable housing at a former Coast Guard site.

Marin County California DeskSep 12, 2026