Napa Wine Country War: Stanly Ranch Developers Slam Investors In $100 Million Showdown
Nichols Partnership says investors drove up prices and interfered with Stanly Ranch sales, filing a $100M suit as the project confronts a defaulted loan.
Santa Rosa Child Molester Hit With 342 Years To Life In Prison
A jury convicted Juan Ferrel-Gonzalez on 27 felony counts; the Sonoma County DA says one victim first reported abuse in 2018 and three more were later identified. He was sentenced to 342 years-to-life.
Backyard Burn Piles Go Rogue, Cal Fire Puts Rural California On Notice
State fire officials say small debris burns have escaped recently; follow permit and pile‑size rules, keep water nearby and call 911 if a burn spreads.
Calistoga’s Historic Rail Hub Slams The Brakes After Short-Lived Revival
Calistoga Depot announced a short-term shutdown after owner Michael Madden said "March 8 will be our last day for now." A few vendors — including the Wine Collective and Earth & Sky Chocolates — will remain open.
Napa Greenlights Permit and Parking Fee Hike, Hitting Builders and Film Crews
Napa’s City Council voted 4–1 to adopt a new fee schedule that raises building‑permit costs, adds tiered film fees and adjusts parking and parks charges.
Clearlake Sewage Nightmare Drags On As Families Wait For Clean Water
Nearly two months after a 16-inch force main broke on Jan. 11, Clearlake households still face contaminated wells, bottled water and slow cleanup.
Napa Panel Backs Jackson Family’s Contentious St. Helena Hotel Plan
Napa planners recommended approval for a 79‑room Jackson Family hotel at Freemark Abbey, advancing a plan that includes workforce housing and sustainability pledges amid neighbor objections.












