Justin Chapman Fisher from Napa faces charges for possessing materials to make an explosive device. Previously convicted on related counts in 2020, he could get four years in prison if guilty. His $1 million bail hearing is set for January 29, 2025.

Sonoma State University is cutting Division II athletics and various academic departments in response to a $24 million budget shortfall. The decision will affect faculty contracts and student programs.

A 52-year-old transient, Daniel Vanzant, was arrested by Santa Rosa Police for repeated burglaries at Piner High School, stealing computers and tools. Despite his arrest, the stolen items remain unrecovered.

Augustin Ortiz was arrested for trying to steal an airplane from Sonoma County Airport and trespassing after being identified via community tips and arrested by Santa Rosa Police.

A man died in a high-speed crash in Petaluma Hill Road; a woman was injured. CHP responded and found a damaged Corvette. The investigation is ongoing.

A high-speed chase in Fairfield involved police and aerial support from CHP's H-30 helicopter, leading to the apprehension of a suspect driving a stolen vehicle.

An automated cell phone alert led San Rafael Police to a DUI crash near Dominican University, resulting in the driver's arrest after sustaining minor injuries.

A high-speed crash on US-101 in Santa Rosa resulted in one fatality and left a passenger seriously injured. The incident occurred early Sunday morning.

Fairfield Police investigate a death from gunshot wounds on El Rancho Way, the city's first homicide of the year. Details are limited to preserve the investigation.

Santa Rosa Police arrested David Lesley, 26, for multiple charges including assault and DUI after a standoff, where they used a PA system, an armored vehicle, and a drone to resolve the situation safely.

Vallejo police investigate a stabbing incident that left one man dead despite EMS efforts. Authorities seek community help in the first homicide of 2025.

A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle in Suisun City; the suspect was arrested for Felony Hit and Run. The victim is now stable, and the investigation continues.

Sonoma County raises its living wage to $23.15, effective July 1, to match the cost of living, impacting employees of county contractors and businesses on county property.