Man Charged in Motorcycle Crash Injuring Two Kids in Santa Rosa

A San Francisco man is facing charges after a motorcycle crash in Santa Rosa left his two children injured. The defendant, 31-year-old Munkh Batmagnai, has been accused of driving under the influence and child endangerment. The crash
Marin County Ag Report Down 9-Percent in 2023

Marin County’s agricultural industry faced a tough year in 2023. On Tuesday, the Board of Supervisors were presented with the 2023 Marin County Crop & Livestock Report. The total value of agricultural production dropped 9-percent in 2023.
Solectrac Evicted From Both Locations in Sonoma County

A tractor company based in Sonoma County appears to be no more. The North Bay Business Journal reports that Solectrac was evicted from their 2nd Sonoma County location on the 5600 Earhart Court in Windsor months ago,
New Tenant Eviction Rules Approved for Unincorporated Sonoma County

Several new rules designed to protect tenants in unincorporated Sonoma County from eviction will take effect in January. On Tuesday, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors voted to approve an ordinance, which applies to tenants in multi-family
Suspect in DUI Crash Killing Juvenile Correctional Counselor Charged with Murder

The man accused of driving drunk and killing a Sonoma County juvenile correctional counselor is now facing a murder charge. On Tuesday, 68-year-old Nhan Van Nguyen was charged with murder, gross vehicular manslaughter, DUI causing injury and
Down 9%, Marin ag production drops like an egg

Marin County’s agricultural industry struggled to reap rewards in 2023, as the total gross value of all agricultural production dipped 9% to $85.3 million—a decline which reflects ongoing impacts of climate variability and market fluctuations, according to
Governor Newsom Opposes Proposed Casino Near Windsor

The Koi Nation’s proposed casino outside of Windsor is now being opposed by Governor Newsom’s office. Matthew Lee, the state’s senior adviser for tribal negotiations, issued a letter urging the US Department of the Interior to reject
Carl Bernstein Speaks at Event in Sonoma; Says Trump and MAGA is Waning

Famed journalist and author Carl Bernstein appeared at a sold-out event in Sonoma County on Monday night. The Pulitzer Prize-winner spoke with Sonoma Speaker Series board member Laura Zimmerman, at the Hanna Center in Sonoma. He touched
Healdsburg Regional Library Closing for Makeover; Reopen Expected in Spring 2025

The Healdsburg Regional Library is closing its doors for a major makeover. Starting this Sunday, the library will undergo a $2.3 million remodel, with plans for a new teen zone, a revamped children’s area, and updated facilities.
Over $4-Million Going to North Bay Fire Safety Projects

The North Bay has been awarded more than $4-million for fire-safety projects. The money is coming from Cal Fire’s Wildfire Prevention Grants Program. It includes nearly $2-million for the Sonoma County Agricultural and Open Space District’s Northside