NASA's Mars rover to begin 'most challenging' journey up crater rim

NASA via Getty Images (NEW YORK) — Marking a new journey in NASA’s exploration of Mars, the Perseverance rover is set to begin a monthslong, steep and challenging ascent up a crater, the space agency announced Wednesday.
Suspect identified in break-in at Trump campaign office in Virginia: Sheriff's office

Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office (ASHBURN, Va.) — A suspect has been identified in a burglary reported at a Trump for President 2024 campaign office in Virginia, authorities said Wednesday. The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office said it has
California cold case murder from 1986 linked to serial killer with 13 other victims

Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department (LOS ANGELES) — The 1986 cold case murder of a teen has been solved after a DNA match led investigators to a convicted serial killed on death row. When presented with the DNA
Man Arrested for Starting 25-Acre Brush Fire in Marinwood

A San Rafael man is behind bars in Marin County for starting a brush fire. Deputies say he admitted to burning his tent in the area yesterday and left before the fire was all the way out.
Santa Rosa Man Dies From Injuries in Hit-and-Run Crash on Hearn Avenue

A Santa Rosa man has died following a hit-and-run collision nearly two weeks ago. Thirty-three-year-old Mahlon Weaver succumbed to his injuries Tuesday. Police have arrested 19-year-old Alejandra Vasquez on felony hit-and-run charges. Her father, Rafael Vasquez, has
Five-Acre Grass Fire in Novato Briefly Causes Small Evacuation Order

A small part of Novato was briefly under evacuation orders after a grass fire broke out Tuesday night. It happened just after 11 p.m. north of Atherton Avenue and forced evacuation orders for Atherton Avenue between Oak
Two Drivers Who Died in Crash West of Forestville Get Identified

Two drivers who died in a head-on crash on June 25th west of Forestville have been identified. Forty-three-year-old Lisa Marie Orosco and 56-year-old Francisco Torres died after crashing into each other on River Road near Martinelli Road.
Safety Pushed Heavily as Kids Go Back to School in Sonoma County

With many schools getting back to classes this week, local law enforcement agencies want to remind drivers of traffic safety. Santa Rosa Police say whether you’re a student, parent, or community member, here’s what you need to
Back to School for Santa Rosa and Several Other Districts

Sonoma County largest school district returns to the classroom today. Santa Rosa City Schools begins classes today from elementary through high school. New Superintendent Dr. Daisy Morales spoke with KSRO. Today is also the first day of
Sonoma County Economic Development Board Gets a New Name

Sonoma County’s economic development agency is getting a new name and a renewed focus. The Sonoma County Economic Development Board is now the Economic Development Collaborative. The name change also marks an expansion of the agency’s core