PG&E Shutoffs Planned This Week for Thousands in Northern California Due to Fire Risk
PG&E warned approximately 7,800 customers across 10 Northern California counties to prepare for possible public safety power shutoffs beginning Wednesday due to elevated fire risks. Alameda, Contra Costa and Marin counties are among the counties listed on the utility’s website as “under warning” on Wednesday and Thursd
Discount supermarket chain restarts expansion with new California locations
One of the largest discount supermarket chains in the country, known by some for its earworm-inducing promotional jingle, is expanding once again in California after closing dozens of stores earlier this year. Grocery Outlet Bargain Market is opening a location in Ontario Ranch July 23, and new stores in Ramona, San Fr
PG&E outages will impact Marin County the most
If you live in Marin, Alameda, or Contra Costa County, you may be noticing that it’s dry, windy, and hotter than usual. To reduce the risk of wildfires, PG&E is scheduling power shutoffs in vulnerable areas. About 8,000 residents across the state may lose power for about 20 hours, from this afternoon until at least 10:
Marin & Bay Area Weekend Family Fun for July 17–19
Visit the towering redwoods without the Muir Woods crowds at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve in Guerneville. Here are our picks for great events and activities for children and families this Weekend. Find more events for the whole week in Marin and beyond in our Family Events Calendar. All Weekend.
California Was Built on Apples. Now Farmers Fear They’re Losing Them
With long-time contracts disappearing, California apple growers fear they’re losing a piece of the state’s agricultural heritage and diversity.
Napa’s Oldest Winery Just Got a Major Renovation—And It’s Perfect for History Buffs, Cabernet...
Discover how Beaulieu Vinyards’ massive renovation honors its deep roots while elevating the destination for foodies.
Marin, but not Sonoma County, on list for possible power shutoffs
Thousands of PG&E customers in Bay Area and Central Coast notified of potential power outages. photo credit: PG&E A screenshot of the PG&E PSPS possible outage map on July 14, 2027. Thousands of PG&E customers in and near the San Francisco Bay Area could be dealing with proactive power shutoffs this week because of a f
Day Around the Bay: Man Arrested After Leaving Large Bag of Meth in Ride-Hail...
Sacramento resident Jessie Ottman-Combs, 41, was arrested Sunday after he allegedly left a bag of meth — about 350 grams or three-quarters of a pound — in a ride-hail vehicle, and police later found him at the motel where he had been dropped off. [Chronicle]. A woman in...
Bay Area Braces As PG&E Pulls The Plug Over Wildfire Fears
PG&E is warning that parts of Alameda, Contra Costa and Marin counties are in for targeted power shutoffs this week as hot, dry and gusty weather cranks up wildfire danger. Some customers in those zones could be without electricity for as long as 20 hours while crews track conditions and then walk the lines for safety
Sonoma County craft beer scene evolves as industry faces downturn
Craft beer production in Sonoma County hit a high in the last decade. Now, many breweries are struggling as drinking habits change and competition grows. photo credit: Shutterstock Craft beer production in Sonoma County hit a high in the last decade. Now, many breweries are struggling as drinking habits change and comp

















