Pickett Fire: Firefighters gaining control
The latest Cal Fire report on the 4-day old Pickett Fire, shows it has burned 6,803 acres, but is still only 15% contained, making it a threat if winds pick up. Though still dangerous, this fire is facing relentless assault from forces equal to the task.
Napa County declares local emergencies in response to Pickett Fire
Napa County officials in the span of two days have declared local emergencies in response to the Pickett Fire, one of which frees up resources to help tackle the roaring blaze.
Pickett Fire grows to nearly 6,000 acres, encroaching on Napa County vineyards
The Pickett Fire continues to grow in Napa County, and the flames are now encroaching on vineyards near Aetna Springs.
Pickett Fire still burning; evacuation orders remain in place
The Pickett Fire in Calistoga doubled in size and, as of Saturday morning, was about 4,000 acres and 7% contained, CalFire officials announced.
Calistoga vegetation fire triggers evacuations
CAL FIRE LNU reported at 3:24 p.m. that a fire was burning near the 2300 block of Pickett Road and warned the public to use caution while traveling through the area.
Parents of Napa toddler charged in fentanyl poisoning death
Belen Shroyer-Stephenson and Timothy Schultz were taken into custody Friday following a yearlong investigation into the death of their son, Zayden Schultz.
Murder charges filed against Napa mom whose children died in DUI crash
A Napa woman arrested for the deaths of her two children in a drunk-driving collision is now facing murder charges, the Napa County District Attorney's Office said last week.
Father charged with son's murder in Napa County DUI crash, D.A. says
A Napa County father has been charged with murder in connection to what authorities say was the DUI-related death of his son in a crash last week.
10-year-old passenger killed in 2-vehicle Napa County DUI crash
The California Highway Patrol says a 10-year-old passenger in a vehicle was killed on Friday in a DUI crash in Napa County. One person has been arrested.
Napa man admits to punching aunt over 40 times in brutal attack, deputies say
A 63-year-old woman was struck more than 40 times in a brutal attack carried out by her nephew, who has been charged with mayhem and attempted murder, according to Napa County sheriff’s officials.
Many Bay Area residents could receive cash payments from a $228.5M health insurance settlement
Many Bay Area residents could be eligible for a payout stemming from a $228.5 million class action settlement related to health insurance premiums.
Shein to pay $700K in Napa, SF settlement over 'unlawful' shipping delays
In California, online orders are required to ship within 30 days, unless an earlier or later date is promised by the retailer.
Napa woman killed during domestic violence attack was pregnant with twins, family says
A woman killed in a domestic violence attack in Napa was pregnant with twins, according to her family.
Driver dead, 2 kids and another adult seriously injured in Napa crash: CHP
A driver was killed, and two children and another driver are seriously injured stemming from a major collision in Napa, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Concerns at Napa's La Onda festival after musicians' visas revoked
Festival-goers at a popular Napa concert were disheartened when the Trump administration pulled the visas of two Mexican bands -- saying that their lyrics glorify cartel violence -- a claim the bands dispute and music lovers say will cast a chilling effect on foreign artists wanting to play in the United States.
Napa?s La Onda festival loses major act as Grupo Firme deals with Visa issues
Chart-topping regional Mexican band, cancels its Sunday appearance at Napa's La Onda Festival, after being denied entry into the United States. Now in its second year, La Onda has quickly become a major celebration of Latin music and culture in Northern California, with more than 60,000 attendees at its debut in 2024.
Woman assaulted, forced into suspect's car in Calistoga, police say
A woman was punched in the stomach by a man and forced into a vehicle Wednesday morning in Calistoga, police say.
Napa winemaker 1st in US to produce wine from rare Japanese grape
Michelle Sakazaki is introducing American wine drinkers to Koshu, a rare pink grape from Japan, through her Napa-based label, Kazumi Wines. As the first in the U.S. to grow and produce this ancient varietal, she blends Japanese tradition with California innovation.
Napa to pay $1 million to family of man killed by police
The city of Napa will pay $1 million to the parents of a man who was shot and killed by a police officer in 2021.
Wine country leaders lobby for more funding following grant cuts
Leaders in Napa County visited Washington D.C. after the federal government cancelled millions of dollars worth of grants intended to help communities reduce hazard risks.