New summer music fest HighRio hits Monte Rio with big bands and backyard vibes
Nearly one year ago, we celebrated that the “for sale” sign had come down at the Monte Rio Theater and Extravaganza. Since then, the Rio (as locals call it) has come back to life as a hub for creativity and connection, screening classic and new blockbuster films, hosting community events and now housing the Music...
Holdouts in Marin County resist California rules speeding up multifamily housing
State pressure to allow more housing in Marin County is relentless, but some in Fairfax aren't giving up without a fight.
Helicopter airlifts injured hiker from isolated trail during Fourth of July weekend
Paramedics had to use a boat to navigate "rugged terrain."
HEAT RISK RISES FROM WEDNESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
After a fairly mild few weeks the risk of above normal heat will return to the North Bay beginning on Wednesday. The hottest locations will approach 100 degrees as high pressure pushes into the region. Nothing that unusual for early July, but worth noting just the same. For now low...
Shein Settles Consumer Protection Lawsuit for $700,000
Officials in California’s Napa, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Sonoma counties have settled a consumer protection lawsuit for unlawful shipping delays with Shein. Why More Luxury Chinese Home Brands Are on the Horizon The fast-fashion e-commerce company agreed to a settlement of $700,000, according to Napa County...
Napa police seek public’s help in homicide investigation
(KRON) — A Napa man found dead under a bridge was identified by authorities on Monday. The Napa Police Department said the death of Noel Batres, 47, is being investigated as a homicide. Napa police responded July 3 at 12:55 p.m. to the Napa River Bridge at Third Street near Soscol Avenue on the report […]
Novato: Police Nab 4 Theft Suspects With Fentanyl, Knife And Fake Ids
NOVATO: POLICE NAB 4 THEFT SUSPECTS WITH FENTANYL, KNIFE AND FAKE IDS
Santa Rosa: Felon Arrested On Suspicion Of Multiple Weapon, Drugs Offenses Wednesday
SANTA ROSA: FELON ARRESTED ON SUSPICION OF MULTIPLE WEAPON, DRUGS OFFENSES WEDNESDAY
Penngrove Named Among the Best Small Towns in the US by Travel + Leisure
Traveling between Petaluma and Santa Rosa on old country roads, the blink-and-you-miss-it town of Penngrove may appear as a blip on your GPS. At first glance, the town of just around 2,100 people seems quaint yet sleepy. But stop and linger for a while, and a world of quirky charm opens up.
Petaluma accepts $3.4 million in grants for airport rehab, development plans
Petaluma is set to receive upward of $3.4 million in grant funding from two separate sources to go toward airport improvements, update an outdated central Petaluma growth plan, and make other updates to plans for transit-adjacent growth and code consistencies. City leaders approved the funding in two separate votes...
