Napa County officials are challenging FEMA's recent cancellation of a $35 million wildfire resilience grant, stalling their wildfire protection plan and mitigation efforts.

The First District Court of Appeal has issued a stay on a decision against Sonoma County's well ordinance, allowing the county to continue issuing well permits during their appeal.

Marin County Board may declare a "shelter crisis" to expedite the creation of emergency housing, which could bypass local zoning laws for three years.

Nolan Sullivan named as Sonoma County's new Director of Health Services after a nationwide search, bringing nearly two decades of experience from Yolo County.

Arthur Gonzales steps in as Vallejo's Interim Fire Chief, succeeding Frank Drayton, and brings with him years of experience within the Vallejo Fire Department.

Governor Newsom signed AB 3218 to enforce California's ban on flavored tobacco, detailing a list of approved tobacco items and imposing penalties for violations.

Legislation has been introduced to expand the San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge by 5,658 acres to protect tidal marshes and support California's conservation goals.

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has approved a $28.2 million initiative for energy and water efficiency upgrades in government facilities to reduce emissions and save costs.

Sonoma County Board of Supervisors approved a new government center, featuring 1,000 housing units and streamlined office space for county employees. The project budget is $308 million with completion expected by 2026.

The "California Forever" project faces a setback after a critical county report; its November ballot initiative is retracted, and the Silicon Valley billionaire-backed plan is under review.

California Forever partners with NorthBay Health to open a network of clinics in Solano County, starting with Rio Vista, in a multi-million dollar investment ahead of a key ballot measure.

The preliminary 2024 Point-in-Time count reports an 11% increase in Sonoma County's homeless population, now at 2,522 individuals, with a notable rise in homeless veterans.

BAHFA rewards Napa County a 5m grant to aid homeless seniors through a rental assistance pilot program.