Sonoma County sheriff faces scrutiny after ICE information‑sharing policy violation

Advocates say these incidents highlight why they want greater transparency and a complete end to ICE collaboration.

April 29, 2026 Shandra Back

Sonoma County sheriff faces scrutiny after ICE information‑sharing policy violation

Sonoma County passes ordinance restricting county support for federal immigration enforcement; advocates say it doesn’t go far enough

As the board was voting, community members and advocates started singing "We Shall Overcome" because they wanted the board to pass an even stronger local law.

April 28, 2026 Shandra Back and Greta Mart

Sonoma County passes ordinance restricting county support for federal immigration enforcement; advocates say it doesn’t go far enough

On Workers Memorial Day, Sonoma County day laborers honor injured and fallen workers

At the Graton Day Labor Center, staff say they work closely with employers to ensure workers return home safely.

April 28, 2026 Shandra Back

On Workers Memorial Day, Sonoma County day laborers honor injured and fallen workers

Family questions Sonoma County jail arrest after man detained by ICE inside facility

Activists said the arrest should not have happened inside the building and urged the sheriff to end all contact with ICE.

April 27, 2026 Shandra Back

Family questions Sonoma County jail arrest after man detained by ICE inside facility

From Haiti to Chile to Sonoma County: one asylum seeker’s search for safety

As immigration enforcement intensifies across the United States, many immigrant families in Sonoma County are retreating further into the…

Apr 21, 2026 Shandra Back

From Haiti to Chile to Sonoma County: one asylum seeker’s search for safety

How immigration raid fears are impacting children in Sonoma County

Mixed‑status families are juggling economic struggles, changes to health care access and logistical planning for a potential deportation.…

Apr 15, 2026 Shandra Back

How immigration raid fears are impacting children in Sonoma County

California tax preparers see sharp drop as many undocumented immigrants stop filing

Undocumented immigrants contribute billions in sales tax revenue, and their consumer spending powers local businesses.

Apr 10, 2026 Shandra Back

California tax preparers see sharp drop as many undocumented immigrants stop filing

Sonoma County passes immigration non‑collaboration ordinance after activists detained

The disruption began when a group of activists stood and started singing inside the board chambers as supervisors debated a…

Apr 08, 2026 Shandra Back

Sonoma County passes immigration non‑collaboration ordinance after activists detained

Sonoma County mixed‑status families face some of the steepest income losses in the Bay Area if immigration raids occur, report finds

A new report looks at the economic impact of potential immigration enforcement across the Bay Area, and what those findings mean for Sonoma…

Mar 26, 2026 Shandra Back

Sonoma County mixed‑status families face some of the steepest income losses in the Bay Area if immigration raids occur, report finds

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…

Mar 25, 2026 Shandra Back

Santa Rosa approves limits on ICE use of city property, says police won’t be asked to enforce them

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.

Mar 25, 2026 Shandra Back

Mercado Rosa grand opening showcases Latino small businesses in Sonoma County

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.

Mar 24, 2026 Shandra Back

Santa Rosa weighs ICE access to city property amid public safety concerns

New Sonoma County plan outlines emergency response to federal immigration actions

Once the county decides the ICE presence is of enough impact, the department says it will notify the public, sending out alerts on social…

Mar 23, 2026 Shandra Back

New Sonoma County plan outlines emergency response to federal immigration actions

“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,…

Mar 20, 2026 Shandra Back

“A huge decrease in trust, especially in our immigrant community," says Santa Rosa's police chief on immigration fears

Mar 19, 2026

“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.

Shandra Back

Mar 10, 2026

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…

Shandra Back

Mar 05, 2026

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.

Shandra Back

Mar 04, 2026

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…

Shandra Back

Feb 26, 2026

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.

Shandra Back

Feb 25, 2026

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…

Shandra Back

Feb 09, 2026

Santa Rosa prepares for federal immigration operations as council reviews public safety concerns

The topics include urging Congress to adopt stronger training and conduct standards for federal immigration agents, and exploring a local…

Shandra Back

Jan 30, 2026

Sonoma County board chair responds to public frustration over immigrant community support

"I come from a mixed‑status family," said Hermosillo. "I understand the impacts. I also understand the impacts of when you come to the…

Shandra Back

Jan 28, 2026

Santa Rosa healthcare workers mourn nurse shot by federal immigration agent in Minneapolis

“This could have been us. It’s heartbreaking. In a sense, we are all Alex," said one local healthcare worker.

Shandra Back

Jan 26, 2026

Sonoma County supervisor calls ICE actions ‘abhorrent’ and urges end to any local cooperation

Supervisor Chris Coursey is condemning ICE's actions and calls for Sonoma County to end all collaboration with ICE, which continues at the…

Shandra Back

Jan 23, 2026

Sonoma County leader shifts views on ICE collaboration

Sonoma County Supervisor Chris Coursey says in a statement he no longer supports the county’s cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs…

Shandra Back

Dec 30, 2025

Northern California ICE arrests surge; Sonoma County mother describes fallout

ICE arrests across Northern California have more than tripled this year, recent data shows. Those arrests affect not only the individuals…

Shandra Back

Dec 29, 2025

Data reveals ICE arrests across Northern California more than tripled this year

As ICE arrests continue to increase, a recent study finds that 48% of people ICE arrested in Northern California have no criminal record.

Shandra Back

Dec 16, 2025

Sonoma County health centers urge enrollment before Medi‑Cal cutoff

Health centers in Sonoma County are urging eligible immigrants to sign up for Medi‑Cal before the Dec. 31 deadline.

Shandra Back

Dec 12, 2025

Sonoma County father weighs self-deportation after weeks in ICE custody

State experts say the Trump administration is pressuring immigrants to leave the country by detaining them for minor infractions and using…

Shandra Back

Nov 21, 2025

New federal proposal would consider use of SNAP, Medicaid in green card applications

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security under the Trump Administration announced this week it wants to roll back a Biden-era rule that…

Shandra Back

Nov 13, 2025

Catholic Charities calls on Sonoma County to give the gift of citizenship

The total cost of test fees, legal services and classes is about $1,400 per person.

Shandra Back

Nov 13, 2025

Debate continues over calls for Sonoma County sanctuary designation

Some immigration rights activists are lobbying county supervisors to officially name Sonoma County a 'sanctuary county,' but others are…

Shandra Back

Oct 31, 2025

Protesters call for non-collaboration ordinance outside of county jail

A non-collaboration ordinance is what protesters want the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors to pass: it would make it clear the county’s…

Shandra Back

Oct 30, 2025

Sonoma County sheriff talks about what DHS told him and other county leaders about planned ICE activity

ICE has "been given a target by the administration or their bosses or whoever, and they will go where they are more likely to hit their…

Shandra Back

Oct 28, 2025

New DHS field director shares immigration enforcement plans with Sonoma County sheriff

Sonoma County Sheriff Eddie Engram tells KRCB News he was told the county would be spared of large--scale immigration actions, for now,…

Shandra Back

Oct 20, 2025

New study forecasts economic impacts of mass deportations in the North Bay

A new study quantifies the economic contributions of undocumented immigrants in California and models potential impacts of mass…

Shandra Back

Oct 16, 2025

Department of Homeland Security visits Sonoma County Sheriff's Office

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office said the Department of Homeland Security requested a 'meet-and-greet' with the new DHS supervisor who…

Shandra Back

Oct 06, 2025

Sonoma County declines official sanctuary status; instead creates supervisorial committee focused on immigrant community

Sonoma County staff say the county’s urgency ordinance about police masking aligns with another bill recently signed by Governor Newsom,…

Shandra Back

Sep 26, 2025

Los Cien's State of Latino Community address highlights hope and community solidarity

Over 600 people attend the all-day event organized by Los Cien, Sonoma County's largest Latino leadership organization

Shandra Back

Sep 19, 2025

Santa Rosa vigil responds to SCOTUS ruling on immigration enforcement

The vigil was led by the Graton Day Labor Center, an organization that connects day laborers and domestic workers with employment…

Shandra Back

Sep 17, 2025

Santa Rosa celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with El Grito Fest

Thousands flocked to downtown Santa Rosa to ring in Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrate the independence days of Mexico and other Latin…

Shandra Back

Jan 10, 2019

Fear of Gangs Driving Central Americans North: Podcast

The wall. President Trump says it is essential. Democrats disagree. The president flew to the border yesterday and said that he may declare…

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Sonoma County sheriff faces scrutiny after ICE information‑sharing policy violation

Sonoma County passes ordinance restricting county support for federal immigration enforcement; advocates say it doesn’t go far enough

On Workers Memorial Day, Sonoma County day laborers honor injured and fallen workers

Family questions Sonoma County jail arrest after man detained by ICE inside facility

From Haiti to Chile to Sonoma County: one asylum seeker’s search for safety

How immigration raid fears are impacting children in Sonoma County

California tax preparers see sharp drop as many undocumented immigrants stop filing

Sonoma County passes immigration non‑collaboration ordinance after activists detained

Sonoma County mixed‑status families face some of the steepest income losses in the Bay Area if immigration raids occur, report finds

Santa Rosa approves limits on ICE use of city property, says police won’t be asked to enforce them

Mercado Rosa grand opening showcases Latino small businesses in Sonoma County

Santa Rosa weighs ICE access to city property amid public safety concerns

New Sonoma County plan outlines emergency response to federal immigration actions

“A huge decrease in trust, especially in our immigrant community," says Santa Rosa's police chief on immigration fears

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