Second Wave Of Flu Spreading Through The North Bay
Health experts are warning of a second wave of flu infections hitting the North Bay, with positive test rates at local clinics jumping from 8% to 20% in just a few weeks. The Press Democrat reports infectious
Sonoma Valley Authors Festival Unveils Lineup
The Sonoma Valley Authors Festival has unveiled its star-studded lineup for this May, featuring big names like Pulitzer Prize-winner Doris Kearns Goodwin and humorist Dave Barry. Per the Sonoma Index-Tribune, the three-day event at the Fairmont Sonoma
Santa Rosa City Schools Approve $14 Million In Budget Cuts
Santa Rosa City Schools trustees have approved a massive $14.4 million budget cut, a “painful” move designed to fend off a state takeover of the district. Per the Press Democrat, the plan eliminates more than 100 positions—including
Former Petaluma American Little League Treasurer Allegedly Embezzled $60,000
The former treasurer of Petaluma American Little League is facing felony charges for allegedly stealing more than $60,000 from the youth sports organization. Police say 46-year-old Emily Parker used the funds for personal expenses and falsified financial
One Dead, Two Injured Following Crash In Petaluma
A tragic rollover crash on Highway 101 south of Petaluma has left one woman dead and two others fighting for their lives after a BMW lost control and careened off the roadway Wednesday night. California Highway Patrol
Petaluma’s Joanna Paun Launches Challenge to Longtime Incumbent for Supervisor Seat
Petaluma School Board Trustee Joanna Paun has officially launched her bid for Sonoma County’s 2nd District Supervisor seat, becoming the first challenger to take on long-time incumbent David Rabbitt. The Press Democrat reports Paun is positioning herself
Sonoma Residents Surge to Block Sebastiani Winery Rezoning
More than 1,100 Sonoma residents have signed an online petition to stop the city from rezoning the historic Sebastiani Winery property, a move they fear will pave the way for a large-scale hotel or shopping center. According
Gail Slater, DOJ’s deputy antitrust chief, stepping down
Gail Slater stepped down Thursday as head of the Justice Department’s Antitrust Division, ending a short and contentious tenure at a pivotal moment for major corporate mergers. Her departure took effect immediately. Multiple officials familiar with the
Gail Slater, DOJ’s deputy antitrust chief, stepping down
Gail Slater stepped down Thursday as head of the Justice Department’s Antitrust Division, ending a short and contentious tenure at a pivotal moment for major corporate mergers. Her departure took effect immediately. Multiple officials familiar with the
Trump administration announces end to Minnesota immigration operation
The Trump administration announced Thursday that it is ending its large-scale immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota. Border czar Tom Homan confirmed the decision during a press conference in Minneapolis, saying the operation known as Operation Metro Surge