Santa Rosa Police are looking for Blair Evans, who disappeared on Jan 15. He's 55, with a thin build, and was last seen wearing a turquoise jacket and jeans. Residents are urged to contact authorities with sightings.

Santa Rosa police used ALPR technology to arrest Damian Garza for a series of gas station robberies after discovering matching clothing and a pellet rifle at his residence.

The Sierra Club sued the Interior Department, saying it withheld FOIA records about Secretarial Order 3431 and a QR-code review that led to removed park signage. The case could force disclosure of internal emails and visitor comments.

A man was arrested in Benicia for stealing rims and tires on Christmas, with the police recovering the $3,000 worth property and charging Joshua Gonzales with receiving stolen property.

A rock climber was rescued at Stinson Beach by the Southern Marin Fire District after becoming stranded. The rescue involved multiple agencies and a technical rope operation.

19-year-old Lucia Sontay Vicente was struck and killed by a vehicle in San Rafael; an intersection known for traffic risks was involved. Police investigate with no arrest yet; safety improvements were planned but not yet implemented.

Two suspects were arrested in the Santa Rosa Transit Mall shooting, which injured two teens during an armed robbery. The Santa Rosa Police Department linked the incident to gang activity.

David Griffin Giovannini was arrested by Rohnert Park authorities on charges related to possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material after an investigation prompted by a tip.

An analysis of millions of California pregnancies reveals a sharp rise in prenatal opioid use over the past decade, with newborns increasingly born into withdrawal and requiring intensive medical care. The surge is fueling calls for expanded maternal treatment programs.

Ricardo Monjaras surrendered in connection with a Windsor market shooting; two injured are recovering. His father and brother were also arrested. Police urge witnesses to come forward.

A woman was killed Wednesday after being struck while crossing Point San Pedro Road near San Rafael. CHP says the driver was not arrested and the investigation remains active.

A Sonoma company recalled select tamales sold at Whole Foods in California and Nevada after an FDA inspection found inconsistent cooking‑temperature records. No illnesses reported; check date codes 10/22/24–10/22/25.

An individual was robbed at gunpoint outside a Benicia bank, triggering a police investigation and a regional search for the suspects. The Benicia Police, collaborating with Bay Area agencies, have not disclosed victim or suspect identities.