Violent crime down 10.3% in first months of 2024: FBI data
Getty Images – STOCK/kali9 (NEW YORK) — Violent crime decreased by 10.3% in the first six months of 2024, according to newly released preliminary FBI data. From January to June 2024, the Quarterly Uniform Crime Report found
Still reeling from Helene's aftermath, a new tropical threat develops in the Gulf
ABC News (NEW YORK) — Even as the South continues its recovery from the devastation of Hurricane Helene, another storm system is showing the potential for development in the Gulf of Mexico. Early October is still not
Are you one of the unfortunate sufferers of sudden wealth syndrome?
By Vicki Larson There’s one thing most people wish they had more of, tend to have the most intense fights over with their romantic partner, and have a hard time talking about in general—money. So, imagine
Sonoma County Recognized Again for Child Support Agreements
Sonoma County is once again being recognized for its success in helping parents reach child support agreements without going to court. The local Child Support Services department has a higher rate of stipulated orders than any other
Two Santa Rosa Men Arrested for Shooting Over the Weekend (No Injuries)
Two Santa Rosa men have been arrested in connection with a shooting on Saturday. Steve Strawn and Jared Ambrose are accused of firing an assault rifle at victims in the Dutton Plaza parking lot. No one was
New Bill Signed Making Geothermal Expansion Easier in California
Geothermal plants are getting a boost from the state. A new bill was just signed into law that allows county planning departments like Permit Sonoma to conduct environmental reviews of exploratory drilling projects related to geothermal expansion.
Governor Newsom Signs Law Prohibiting Legacy Treatment From Private Colleges
California’s Democratic governor, Gavin Newsom, has signed into law a bill prohibiting private colleges and universities from giving special treatment, or so-called legacy treatments, to applicants with family connections to alumni or donors. It takes effect in
Heatwave Grips Sonoma County to Start October
Sonoma County is activating several of its cooling centers as October begins with a triple-digit heatwave. They include the Finley Center in Santa Rosa, City of Sonoma Public Library, the Guerneville Public Library, and the Geyserville Park
Three Stolen Goats Returned to Their Santa Rosa Home
The search is over for three goats in Santa Rosa, and it’s a happy ending. Nacho, Chili and Atlas are back home safe. They were stolen two-weeks-ago, possibly by a woman caught on surveillance video. Seems a
Sonoma County Crisis Stabilization Unit Remains Closed Over Mold
Sonoma County’s only emergency room only for psychiatric patients remains closed after nearly two months. The Sonoma County Crisis Stabilization Unit in Santa Rosa was shut down in early August, due to a severe mold infestation. Patients