Farmworker Layoffs And Wage Cuts Spark Renewed Calls For Higher Pay
A new study by Health in Partnership is highlighting a growing public health crisis among California farmworkers, linking low wages to severe health impacts and housing instability. Per the Press Democrat, as the wine and dairy industries
Appellate Court Overturns Felony Conviction For Animal Rights Activist
A California appellate panel has overturned two of the three convictions against animal rights activist Wayne Hsiung, including his only felony charge. The Press Democrat reports the ruling stems from a series of high-profile “rescues” at Sonoma
Three Candidates Compete To Succeed Mike McGuire In State Senate Race
The race for the sprawling North Coast state Senate seat is heating up as three candidates vie to succeed veteran legislator Mike McGuire. According to the Marin Independent Journal, Democratic Assemblymember Damon Connolly is highlighting his legislative
North Bay Honor Flight Veterans Receive Heroes’ Welcome At Sonoma County Airport
Twenty-one local veterans from the Korean and Vietnam Wars returned home to a cheering crowd Wednesday following the second annual North Bay Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. Per the Press Democrat, the group, representing Sonoma, Mendocino, and
Sudden Closure Of Santa Rosa Sylvan Learning Leaves Families Scrambling
The Santa Rosa Sylvan Learning Center has abruptly shut its doors, leaving local families facing significant financial losses and an academic void. The Press Democrat reports franchise owners James and Laura Rogers announced the immediate closure following
Sixteen Petaluma Businesses Earn California Green Business Certification
A cohort of sixteen Petaluma businesses has officially earned the California Green Business Certification, marking a major milestone for local sustainability and environmental stewardship. Supported by the City of Petaluma and Sonoma County, these businesses met rigorous
SRPD Urging Drivers To Look Twice For Motorcycles
With warmer weather bringing more motorcyclists to the road, the Santa Rosa Police Department is launching a month-long safety operation to curb a rising trend in traffic fatalities. Officials are reminding drivers that motorcycles are easily hidden
Sonoma County Opens New Brickway Campus With Ribbon-Cutting & Snoopy Unveiling
Sonoma County leaders gathered to officially open the new Brickway campus, marking a major investment in the region’s public service infrastructure. Executive Officer David Guhin and Supervisor David Rabbitt hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa Encouraging Vigilance To Protect Cyclists
As warmer weather brings more cyclists to the streets of Santa Rosa, the Police Department is launching a month-long safety operation to prevent tragedies on our roads. Following a national surge in cycling fatalities, officers will be
At least 23 people injured in Oklahoma lake party mass shooting: Police
(EDMOND, Okla.) — At least 23 people were injured in a shooting that erupted Sunday night during what police alleged was a “unsanctioned” lakeside party in Edmond, Oklahoma, that had been advertised on social media and drew