Three more Sonoma County cities slated to cut ties with North Bay Animal Services
Three more Sonoma County cities are set to join Petaluma and Clearlake in cutting ties with North Bay Animal Services, the Petaluma-based animal shelter that has come under greater fire after a 2025 Sonoma County grand jury report cited the operator for failing to follow state laws and industry standards meant to...
Norovirus ‘Stomach Bug’ Cases Spike in Portions of SF, Marin County, and Silicon Valley
Wash those hands extra well, as portions of the Bay Area are experiencing spikes in norovirus infections, the highly contagious gastrointestinal bug that’s typically foodborne, including parts of San Francisco, Marin County, and Silicon Valley. As SFGate reports, based on data from WastewaterSCAN, higher levels of...
Sonoma County authorities ID man shot by police during journalist ride-along
SANTA ROSA, Calif. - The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office on Tuesday identified the man who was shot and wounded by Santa Rosa police while on a ride-along with a photojournalist. Wellness check gone wrong. What we know:. 46-year-old Eric Keith Brown of Santa Rosa was shot on Thursday morning near...
Novato Police promote safe St. Patrick’s Day driving
The Novato Police Department is reminding residents to plan ahead for a safe and sober way home during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. In 2023, 1,355 people were killed in alcohol-related crashes in California. Officers will be on patrol looking for drivers suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Wine Country casino to open three restaurants, hire 430 workers amid $1 billion expansion
Graton Resort & Casino is in the midst of a $1 billion expansion, as it aims to become the North Bay’s largest private employer.
Man who died after car plunged into Bay in Sausalito Monday identified
(KRON) — Firefighters responded to a call about a vehicle that was submerged in water in Sausalito on Monday. There were two individuals inside a white Mercedes-Benz before first responders found it 10 feet underwater. One was medically evaluated at the scene, and the other was taken to the hospital, where they later...
Rising Up: From Poor Coaching to Great Leading
Coach Ameile Giampalia is overall astounding: hardworking, understandable, and positive. In the past she struggled with having poor coaches who actually caused her not to like the sport of volleyball, so to make up for that, she decided to become what she herself never had. Many would say she has done an amazing job...
Sonoma County honors Women’s History Month
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has declared March as Women’s History Month, recognizing the many women whose leadership and courage have shaped the community, the nation, and the world. The county highlights the vital roles women have played in civil rights, education, and the workforce.
Vehicle Recovery Assist – Highway 37
On Thursday, March 12, Southern Marin Fire District crews responded to a request for assistance on Highway 37 near Lakeville Highway in Petaluma after a vehicle left the roadway and entered the water. The incident was initially handled by Novato Fire, and the driver was able to safely self-extricate from the vehicle.
New recreation software launches March 23
The City of Healdsburg will launch a new recreation software system in 7 days. This upgrade will make it easier to sign up for classes, reserve spaces, make payments, manage memberships, and apply for permits. It will also send email and text updates for reminders, cancellations, and program changes.

















