Fairfield and Solano County Launch Edible Food Recovery Program to Combat Food Insecurity
Fairfield and Solano County launch the Edible Food Recovery Program to combat food insecurity by diverting food waste to the hungry, aligning with Senate Bill 1383 requirements.
Daring Getaway on Hood of Car Leads to Arrest in South Novato, Male Suspect Still at Large
A Novato traffic stop escalated when a male suspect fled on foot and a female drove off with him on the hood. Police later found the car with drugs and cash. The female was caught while the male remains at large.
Sonoma County Launches Behavioral Health Program to Support Homeless with Mental Challenges in Santa Rosa
Sonoma County has approved a Behavioral Health Bridge Housing program to support homeless individuals with severe mental health challenges, launching February 3.
Sonoma County Man Confesses to Father's Murder, Mother Detained as Accessory
A man in Sonoma County has been arrested for the murder of his father, with his mother implicated as an accessory. This follows earlier elder abuse charges against the son.
Vallejo Police Make Arrest in City's First Homicide of 2025, Washington Man Charged with Murder
Authorities in Vallejo made progress in their first homicide case of the year, arresting suspect Maximillian Snyder for the fatal stabbing of a male victim.
Fairfield Neighbor's Alert and Police Drone Aid in Thwarting Attempted Burglary, 19-Year-Old Oakland Suspect Charged
A Fairfield attempted burglary was thwarted when a resident reported a break-in, leading to the swift arrest of a 19-year-old suspect and recovery of stolen items.
Vallejo Police Partners with California Highway Patrol to Combat Reckless Driving and Sideshows
Vallejo Police joined the CHP to combat reckless driving and sideshows, supported by new California laws allowing impounding of vehicles used in such activities.
Vallejo Community Mourns as Man Killed in First Traffic-Related Fatality of the Year
The Vallejo Police Department is investigating a fatal traffic collision on January 25 that left one man dead; the driver cooperated and drugs or alcohol seem not involved.
Vallejo Police Arrest Suspect with Expired Vehicle Registration After High-Speed Chase, Seize Illegal Automatic Firearm
Vallejo Police arrested a suspect after a pursuit for driving with expired registration; the driver unsuccessfully fled on foot and was found with an illegal automatic firearm.
Santa Rosa Man With Criminal History Detained for Firearm and Drug Offenses During Probation Search
Deputies in Santa Rosa detained Robert Penister, finding a loaded firearm, methamphetamine, and drug paraphernalia in his proximity, leading to his arrest on several charges.
John Muir Land Trust Acquires Point Buckler Island for Ecological Restoration Amidst Decade-Long Legal Battle
The John Muir Land Trust has acquired Point Buckler Island for $3.8 million to restore its ecosystem after damage from unauthorized levee construction.












