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The Lost Church Santa Rosa reopens in new downtown venue
The theater had been closed since November 2025, and will reopen in a space connected to the Glaser Center.
Santa Rosa approves limits on ICE use of city property, says police won’t be asked to enforce them
The ordinance states that Santa Rosa property is reserved for city business, meaning ICE cannot use city‑owned facilities to stage operations.
Mercado Rosa grand opening showcases Latino small businesses in Sonoma County
As local entrepreneurs look for new ways to reach customers, a Latino‑centered marketplace is launching in Sonoma County this weekend.
Annual 'Pliny the Younger' release taps into something deeper
Every year around this time, thousands of beer lovers line up for the annual release of Russian River Brewing Company’s Pliny the Younger IPA.
Santa Rosa weighs ICE access to city property amid public safety concerns
City administrators say they’re recommending the ordinance in response to rising fear in immigrant communities.
Gravensteins on the brink: Sonoma County's signature apple hangs on---just barely
They were to western Sonoma County what Kona is to macadamia nuts, or sockeye salmon to Bristol Bay: a food emblematic of the region.
New Sonoma County plan outlines emergency response to federal immigration actions
Once the county decides the ICE presence is of enough impact, the department would notify the public, sending out alerts in the same way it would about any other mass emergency.
Sebastopol, Windsor cut ties with North Bay Animal Services
The troubled shelter service has already been dropped by Petaluma and Clearlake following revelations of substandard shelter conditions.
“A huge decrease in trust, especially in our immigrant community," says Santa Rosa's police chief on immigration fears
"I started in 1999 as a police officer, and from 1999 to now, never once, have I seen a local police officer ask immigration enforcement, arrest someone or detain them for their immigration status. It's completely separate and distinct," Cregan said.
“I didn’t feel safe calling police." Fear of ICE is changing public safety in Santa Rosa
The impact on public safety is being felt beyond immigrant neighborhoods, says the city's police chief.
Man yelled 'shoot me' before Santa Rosa police shooting, investigators say
The Santa Rosa Police Department will conduct a separate administrative review, and the officer involved has been placed on paid administrative leave.
Popular Estero Americano Preserve attracts wave of visitors and concern from neighbors
Sonoma County approved parking restrictions in the Bodega Harbor neighborhood, citing the need to allow emergency vehicle access to the area.
Former Press Democrat co-owner sued by billionaire mentor and close friend
Darius Anderson, a wealthy and well-connected political lobbyist himself, has been taken to court by Southern California businessman Ron Burkle.
Marin County construction trades program enables public housing residents to rebuild their own community
Thanks to a pilot program, some of the renovations at Marin City’s historic Golden Gate Village will be done by the project’s tenants.
2nd District Supervisor David Rabbitt won't seek fifth term as four candidates jump in the race
Rabbitt, on the Board of Supervisors since 2010 made a late announcement he wouldn't run. Four candidates are vying to replace him.
California lawmakers grill DMV director on deadly failures
The project has found that the state of California -- led by the DMV -- routinely allows dangerous drivers with horrifying histories to continue to get behind the wheel, where they go on to kill.
Reviewing the abrupt closure of Sebastopol's Soft Medicine
"When it opened in 2022, people in Sebastopol were really thrilled because it was like this kind of gorgeous, non-alcoholic elixir bar and event space."
Audrey Denney calls out corporate influence in Washington as she runs for CA 1st District House seat
Denney, a Chico Democrat, is campaigning for the newly-drawn 1st District seat. She twice ran against the late Rep. Doug LaMalfa, in 2018 and 2020.
Marin County's TRUTH Act forum reveals how a blue county responds to national ICE crackdown
The fingerprints and booking information for all individuals booked into the Marin County Jail are sent to the California Department of Justice, which shares the data with federal agencies.
Wineries suffer tariff hangovers despite SCOTUS ruling
According to a new report from the Wine Institute, 2025 was the most catastrophic single-year trade decline in the history of U.S. wine exports.
Santa Rosa prepares for March 28 'No Kings' protest as police expect record crowds
The Santa Rosa Police Department is preparing for crowds even larger than last fall’s march, which drew more than 10,000 people, one of the biggest demonstrations in the city’s history.
CSU sues to challenge 'lawless overreach' in federal Title IX probe
In January, the Trump Administration announced it was investigating Santa Rosa Junior College and 17 other schools for "allegations of discrimination against women and girls by entities which reportedly allow males to compete in women’s sports."
Measure to continue funding Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit heading before voters
Voters across Sonoma and Marin counties will be asked whether to extend the 1/4 cent sales tax funding the passenger rail service to 2059.
Marin County considers waste collection rate hike in West Marin
Recology sought approval to purchase two new garbage trucks for the region, which would have pushed the total proposed increase to 21.8%.
Checking in with Santa Rosa Junior College's Oak Leaf staff
The publication's co-editor-in-chief says the current class is one of the largest in recent memory.
Healdsburg exploring community led housing land trust
The housing trust would function similar to a wilderness trust, buying select properties independent of the city, but would use them for new homes.
Immigrant workforce central to Sonoma County’s economic stability, experts tell 2026 Economic Perspective
Speakers at the 2026 Economic Perspective describe how immigrant participation shapes economic life in Sonoma County.
After La Onda cancellation, Sonoma County leaders work to keep Latino celebrations going
Luna Media USA hosts four large free events every year, including El Grito Fest, which attracted thousands of people to downtown Santa Rosa in the fall. But in some cases, they said, partners have been concerned about immigration enforcement and pulled out of events.
CA GOP lawmakers are incensed over a gas tax study; rural groups say they need it
California has taxed drivers at the gas pump since 1923 and relies on that revenue for 80% of the state's highway maintenance and road repairs.
Petaluma pulls back controversial downtown zoning rules
Petaluma's city council chose to repeal a contested general plan amendment instead of putting the issue to voters following a public referendum.
Sonoma County supervisors vote to put SMART measure on June ballot
In total, 71,847 signatures were filed across Marin and Sonoma counties, meeting the requirement that at least 10 percent of the district's registered voters support placing the measure on the ballot.
State Senator Mike McGuire says Democrats need to stand up and fight
KRCB News asked McGuire what the Democratic Party needs to do to unite, after McGuire clashed with the chair of the state Democratic Party at their convention in San Francisco.
He saw an abandoned trailer. Then, he uncovered a surveillance network on California's border
Now as many as 40 are feeding information into Trump administration databases as the Democratic-led state chafes over the federal government's massive deportation program.
Sonoma County day laborers face fewer jobs amid a harsher national immigration climate
Sonoma County’s job market still hasn’t recovered from the pandemic, and agriculture, the sector many day laborers rely on, is contracting.
Los Cien urges Sonoma County to end voluntary ICE cooperation
The Latino leadership organization says rising national immigration enforcement is creating real fear locally, and county leaders need to draw a clear line.
Sonoma-Marin rail system tax extension will appear on June ballot
As a citizen initiative, only a simple majority is required to enact the sales tax extension.
Portion of Highway 1 closed north of Fort Bragg
The highway is closed from MacKerricher State Park to Bruhel Point Road because of flooding and a possible slide.
Evacuation warning issued for area of Guerneville due to landslide risk
The evacuation warning went out for Neeley Road and Orchard Avenue in Guerneville due to a landslide and tree fall risk.
2 sentenced in fraud scheme posing as roofing contractors
Marin County's district attorney's office urges homeowners to verify that contractors have a valid license before agreeing to any work by checking the California State Department of Consumer Affairs website.
Avalanche expert explains why thin snowpack made Sierra conditions so dangerous
The avalanche struck a group of 15 backcountry skiers near Castle Peak during a winter storm Tuesday morning.
Public’s help is critical in preventing mosquito‑borne diseases, district says
One of the biggest concerns, according to the Marin Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District, is invasive Aedes mosquitoes, which are not native to the area.
Small Napa County winery contests 'ruinous' fine over on-site tasting
The seeds of the court battle involving Hoopes Winery were planted in 2020, when the county said wine tastings and tours weren't allowed at the property.
Money is tight and campus fees are rising at Cal State schools
Rising fees have prompted outcry from some students, particularly when the Cal State system is increasing tuition while cutting course sections and degrees because money is so tight.
Lightning strike knocks out power to Santa Rosa elementary school
Lightning reportedly struck a power pole outside of the campus.
Interview: First 5 Sonoma County distributes funds from Measure I
The Sonoma County Child Care & Children's Health Initiative was passed by voters in 2024, authorizing a quarter-cent sales tax.
Shoppers injured after car crashes into front of Santa Rosa grocery store
The car drove through the storefront and into the check stand area just before noon.
Santa Rosa weighs options for limiting city cooperation with federal immigration authorities
Sonoma County's largest city hasn't taken any concrete steps yet, but could limit Immigration & Customs Enforcement from accessing city property.
Local construction company BoDean agrees to nearly $1.3 million air pollution fine
The $1.28 million collected as part of the settlement will go towards funding projects that will improve air quality in the nine counties that the Bay Area Air District encompasses.
Sonoma city manager selected as next Sonoma County executive
Guhin has a master's degree in organizational development from Sonoma State University.
