AB 1903 cleared the Assembly 70-0 and would force repairs before lawsuits, a shift supporters say could ease insurance pain and help restart condo construction. The bill now heads to the State Senate.

Velocity Invitational returns to Sonoma Raceway May 29–31 with F1 guests, a Porsche Sprint Challenge appearance, ride‑alongs and an on‑site Cars & Bids auction. Expect paddock access, VIP packages and family bundles.

April EDD data show North Bay jobless rates fell for a second month, with Marin at 3.7% and Lake County still highest at 6.7%. Industry shifts in health care and information shaped the changes.

A reported possible shooting near Calistoga led to a 10-minute pursuit that closed Dunaweal Lane and southbound Highway 29; a suspect was arrested and officials say there is no ongoing threat.

Santa Rosas Poppy Bank opened a Novato branch and says it will reach 50 California locations by yearend 2026 while adding staff and competitive shortterm CDs.

Matthew Accarrino is consulting on Vetra and a casual café at The Elene in Napa, pairing Cal‑Italian cooking with a cycling program tied to the Napa Valley Vine Trail.

Two people were killed in a shooting on Sunday in Suisun City. Police say the suspected shooter is unknown and have asked residents to come forward with tips.

A 431‑acre fuel‑break on Hogback Ridge is being treated with mulching, pile burns and mechanical thinning to give firefighters safer lines and reduce wildfire risk above Napa Valley.

A Napa nonprofit that rescued the Yountville Sun and Calistoga Tribune is shutting down next Friday, leaving roughly a dozen staff without work and the papers without an owner.

Napa County is monitoring Rohlffs Manor after two residents were diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease. Initial environmental samples at the complex tested negative as officials continue to investigate.

A Vallejo woman on a scooter died after falling into traffic on Sonoma Boulevard. Vallejo police say the driver stayed and investigators are seeking witnesses.

Los Angeles and state officials say General Motors will pay $12.75M and delete OnStar driving records after allegations it sold subscribers' location and driving data.

Undercover buys by Napa detectives and state health officials found kratom and concentrated 7‑OH products on sale at three local smoke shops; misdemeanor referrals are planned.