Santa Rosa Breathes Sigh of Relief as 2025 Wildfire Season Ends, Vigilance Still Urged
The Santa Rosa Fire Department declares the end of the 2025 wildfire season following significant rainfall, easing vegetation maintenance rules for residents.
Sonoma County Lifts Burn Permit Suspension, CalFire Allows Controlled Burns With Precautions
CalFire lifts burn permit suspension in Sonoma County, allowing controlled burns with conditions and necessary permits during appropriate weather and air quality conditions.
Controlled Burn Scheduled at Mount Tamalpais State Park to Mitigate Wildfire Risk
Prescribed burn operation is planned at Mount Tamalpais State Park to reduce wildfire risk. The 40-acre burn will cause road and trail closures but seeks to maintain forest health.
Marin County Halts Coastal Program Update Amid Dispute with California Coastal Commission
The Marin County Planning Commission suspended updates to a section of its Local Coastal Program due to a dispute with the California Coastal Commission over property protection against environmental hazards.
Bay Area Braces for Varied Weather: Sunny Skies, Warm Days, and Elevated Beach Risks Ahead
The forecast for the Bay Area shows mixed weather, with warm conditions initially, followed by potential showers and unsettled weather towards the weekend. Beach and boating advisories are in place due to hazardous conditions.
Two Bodies Found in Sonoma County Amid Historic Atmospheric River Floods, Record Rainfall
Two bodies were found in Sonoma County after a historic storm caused flooding; one man in his 60s in Santa Rosa Creek and another in a submerged car in Guerneville. The extreme weather raised questions about climate change impacts.
Marin County Board of Supervisors Unanimously Approves Ambitious Electrification Roadmap for Climate Change Mitigation
Marin County's Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Marin County Electrification Roadmap to reduce greenhouse emissions and end reliance on fossil fuels.
Marin County's Bolinas Beach Shuttered Due to Sewage Leak, Sparking Environmental Health Concerns
Bolinas Beach in Marin County is closed due to a sewage leak, with high levels of harmful bacteria found near the shoreline. The cause may be faulty septic systems.
Mountain Lion Responsible for California's First Fatal Attack in 20 Years Slain, DNA Testing Confirms
A mountain lion killed one man and injured another in Northern California, in the state's first fatal attack in 20 years. DNA confirmed the euthanized lion was the attacker.
Storm-Triggered Wastewater Spill at Russian River County Plant Sends Sewage Water into Environment
A spill at a Russian River County wastewater plant caused by severe weather led to the release of 277,000 gallons of partially treated wastewater into the environment. Initial assessments show no harm to local wildlife.
Bay Area Hit with Frost Advisory as Temperatures Plunge, NWS Urges Protection for Vulnerable
A Frost Advisory is in effect for North Bay, California, with near-freezing temperatures expected. The National Weather Service advises protection for people and property.
North Bay Valleys Emerge from Dense Fog Advisory, Bay Area Prepares for Drying Conditions and Potential Weekend Warmup
A Dense Fog Advisory was issued for the North Bay Valleys until 10 AM following Wednesday's showers. Despite the fog, drier conditions with cooler temperatures are expected, and a warming trend is forecast for the weekend with possible light rain.












