AB 1585 would force 'American' wine sold in California to be made from 100% U.S. grapes, touching off a rare industry split between growers and major producers. The measure passed the Assembly but hit resistance in the Senate after heavy lobbying.

A bubblegum-pink brunch spot from La Fondita’s team has opened in downtown Santa Rosa, pairing Mexi‑brunch plates by day with burgers, pizza and tacos at night.

A $13M Sonoma estate sale underscores a two‑speed market: trophy properties trading at the top while county medians barely budge.

A UCLA study finds stand‑replacing wildfires now scorch far more of California’s forests than in the 1980s, driven by warming and fuel buildup. Officials are expanding prescribed burns and thinning projects.

Officials warn Sonoma County faces an early, long fire season. Here’s what to know about evacuation tags, alerts and possible power shutoffs.

A 100‑acre prescribed burn is scheduled at Castleview Ranch in Wild Horse Valley; crews say smoke may be visible across eastern Napa during daytime hours.

A 47-year-old Santa Rosa resident was arrested after allegedly setting an occupied RV on fire, prompting a multi‑agency response and a temporary road closure.

A man smashed a display and stole jewelry from Joyeria Angelica in downtown Petaluma on Monday. Police released a suspect description and are asking for tips and video.

A crash Friday afternoon closed Lakeville Highway at Highway 37 southeast of Petaluma, knocking down a utility pole and leaving dozens without power while investigators worked.

A 21‑year‑old suspect surrendered after a two‑hour standoff in downtown Sonoma; officials say no one was hurt.

Renee Giacomini Brewer will take over as Napa's city attorney Aug. 24 under a three‑year, $290,000 contract after City Council approval.

A Napa jury found retired corrections officer Richard Bardouski guilty of multiple sex crimes involving three children; sentencing is set for Aug. 7, 2026.

Adina Flores' June 17 post accuses the North Bay Organizing Project of retaliation and financial misconduct and spotlights the group's close ties to Santa Rosa schools.