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6 Hurt In Boat Crash | Sexually Violent Predator Up For Release | Fatal Shootings | Storm: NorCal In Brief

Took a break from the news? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in NorCal this weekend.

A 17-year-old boy was arrested after officers found a loaded handgun under the right front passenger seat of a car stopped for a traffic violation, police said.
A 17-year-old boy was arrested after officers found a loaded handgun under the right front passenger seat of a car stopped for a traffic violation, police said. (Santa Rosa Police Department)

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — As we head into the new work week, we've rounded up the stories you may have missed Saturday and Sunday to prepare you for Monday.

But before we jump into Northern California's top stories, residents should expect rain to return this week, according to the National Weather Service.

"Cool temperatures and beneficial rainfall today through Wednesday," NWS San Francisco forecasters wrote Monday. "Isolated to scattered thunderstorms on Tuesday. Seasonal temperatures and dry conditions for the later part of the week."

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In other news, a teen was arrested after police found a loaded handgun during a traffic stop; several people were sent to the hospital after a collision involving boats; two people were killed and one was wounded in Oakland shootings; two people were found dead in a possible murder-suicide; and two local residents pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit visa fraud.

Plus, enrollment in California K-12 schools, and in schools across the country, is declining rapidly as birth rates drop and immigration rates fall. This school year, California had the largest decline in enrollment rates since 2021-22, after schools returned from the pandemic.

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Here are some of the stories you may have missed:

2 Dead, 1 Wounded In Saturday Night Shootings

The shootings claimed two lives, police said.

2 Found Dead In Possible Murder-Suicide: Police

Investigators believe it was an isolated incident and there was no threat to public safety.

2 Men Plead Guilty To Fraudulent H-1B Visa Scheme

Sampath Rajidi, 51, and Sreedhar Mada, 51, worked together in a fraudulent H-1B visa scheme.

6 Injured, 3 Sent To Hospital In Boat Collision

Six people were treated on scene and three were taken to the hospital.

Brothers Arrested On Firearms And Narcotics Sales Allegations

The two were booked into Monterey County Jail on firearms and narcotics related allegations.

Hearing Begins To Keep Parole-Eligible Sexually Violent Predator Civilly Committed

Cameron Hooker, 71, was convicted and given six to 35 years in prison plus another 69 years.

Suspect Arrested After Vallejo Shooting, Chase: Police

The suspect was arrested after a brief foot chase.

Teen Arrested After Loaded Firearm Found During Traffic Stop

The firearm had previously been reported to law enforcement as lost.

83 CA Hospitals Could Face Closure After Federal Medicaid Cuts, New Report Shows

The analysis says financially strained hospitals face a greater risk after the "One Big Beautiful Bill" was signed by President Trump.

California Democrats Can't Decide On A Governor. Don't Count On Newsom Or Pelosi For Help

Even after Rep. Eric Swalwell's swift and sudden exit, the race for governor is still frustratingly murky on the Democratic side.

EdSource: California Schools Face Budget Cuts As Enrollment Drops By 74,961 Students

Declining enrollment is a national problem.

How These 55 CA Stations Can Offer Gas $1 Cheaper Per Gallon Than Most

Gas stations owned by Native American tribes can offer steep savings at the pump compared to other nearby stations. See a list of locations.

Potential For Further Scandal Looms As CA Governor's Race Is Reshuffled By Swalwell's Exit

About 23 percent of likely voters in California remain undecided about the 2026 gubernatorial election.

Some Of The Biggest Bets In US Are Being Made By California Lottery Players

New data shows players in California spend far more on lottery tickets than those in other states do.

Trump Wants Data On California's Trans And Abortion Care. Can The State Stop Him?

In a battle between Trump and California over transgender and abortion care, will businesses be caught between hostile Justice Departments?

When E-Bikes Meet the Law: CA’s Fight Over Safety, Speed, And Accountability

Mounting accidents involving young riders are at the center of a widening debate over safety, responsibility, and e-bike laws.

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