Dec. 4—San Rafael has approved a proposal to redevelop Northgate mall with 1,422 residences around shops and restaurants, capping more than three years of planning and contentious hearings.

14—Over its 60 years as one of Marin's busiest shopping hubs, the Northgate mall ... meet a community need. The San Rafael City Council has given a green light to mall owners Merlone Geier ...