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Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 13.

Fatal Stabbing During Coworker Dispute Leads To Murder Arrest In San Rafael: Police

Police said an ongoing dispute between two employees escalated into a physical confrontation that left one man dead.

Hiker Found Dead After Summiting 13,000-Foot Mount Morgan

His ex-wife wrote that, "his boys and I are so sad," and described the situation as "heartbreaking."

Tesla Crashes Through Front Door Of Castro Valley Home

The crash happened in the 19000 block of Gannett Lane, fire officials said.

Hotel Guest Accused Of Masturbating In Front Of Employee In Fremont

The guest was arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure, authorities said.

Chemical Spill At North Bay College Leads To Evacuation

The building was evacuated for several hours, and some classes were canceled as crews responded to a spill, officials said.

Fremont Woman Suffers Brain Injuries, Skull Fractures In Violent Attack Outside Home: Reports

A Fremont woman was hospitalized for a week after a man grabbed her phone and slammed her to the ground, according to reports.

The World Pumpkin Record Was On The Line At The Annual Half Moon Bay Contest

The winning pumpkin earned its Minnesota grower $21,501 at the annual Coastside competition.

Despite Video Showing Berkeley Engineer Poisoning Coworker's Water, Judge Expunges His Record: Report

David Xu poisoned his coworker with cadmium, a toxic heavy metal, according to an ABC report.

East Bay Man Accused Of Tying Up And Raping Victim, Faces 18 Sex Crime Charges

Court records show 18 sex crime charges, along with allegations of firearm use, threats and false imprisonment.