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Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Thursday, October 29

DoorDash To Buy Instacart For $17 Billion

"DoorDash and Instacart share a mission to help local businesses succeed," the company said in a statement Thursday.

Cook's Seafood Appears To Abruptly Close Bay Area Locations

The restaurant announced in a posted notice that all locations would close effective Wednesday.

Tidal Flooding Continues To Close Roads Across Marin County: Police

Police urged drivers to avoid several flooded areas as unusually high tides continued to affect local roads.

Alameda Girl, 9, Uses AI To Turn Ordinary Home Depot Skeleton Into 'Uncle Murray'

Nathalie Chabas' father was skeptical of the task at first. But with the help of AI, they managed to give a skeleton a brand new life.

Driver Injured After Crashing Into San Leandro McDonald's

The cause of the crash remains unknown, authorities said.

Police Arrest Driver Accused of Approaching Schoolchildren In Alameda

Police did not say why the suspect allegedly approached children or what crimes they're suspected of committing.

3 DUI Drivers Arrested In One Night After Fleeing Crashes In Berkeley: Police

"If you drive, drive sober," police said.

Fremont Temple Noise Complaints Pile Up as Neighbors Seek Solution: Report

Neighbors say the temple creates too much noise at its events, including during school hours, according to an NBC report.

Burn Permits Allowed Again In 7 Counties

Cal Fire will lift restrictions Sunday morning, allowing permitted agricultural and residential burns under safeguards.

East Bay Shoppers Will Have To Wait To Push Carts At This New Grocery Store Facing Delays: Report

A roughly 17,400-square-foot store will add another grocery option at Moraga's Rheem Valley Shopping Center.

10th FCI Dublin Officer Pleads Guilty In Prison Sex Abuse Scandal

Former correctional officer David Perez pleaded guilty to sexually abusing two female inmates and lying to federal investigators.

Deer, Squirrels Struck By Cars Spur Push For Road Safety Fixes In Novato

Residents had petitioned the city after raising concerns about speeding and wildlife collisions.

Man Exposes Himself To Two 12-Year-Olds In Redwood City: Police

Police said surveillance footage helped investigators identify the 51-year-old suspect after the incident.

New Water Rules Put Lawns And Backflow Risks In Focus In Redwood City

The approved staff recommendation addressed backflow risks and state limits on watering non-functional turf.

Storm-Season Readiness Moves From County Plans To Novato Streets

New alert options include call-back access, translation services and king-tide notices residents can opt into.