Santa Rosa could play a huge role in redistricting
The North Bay will play a major role in the Democrats' effort to take a seat away from a Republican, while keeping two seats they already have in their column with Sonoma's County seat playing a pivotal role. Santa Rosa's may soon have a different Congressional boundary around it.
19-year-old killed in crosswalk while walking dog in Santa Rosa
The family of a Santa Rosa teenager killed while walking her dog wants to raise awareness about pedestrian safety. They 're struggling to make sense of how a driver could crash into the 19-year-old when it was still light outside. Her family visited the scene of the crash to try to get answers.
Santa Rosa man accused of killing 94-year-old father-in-law
Khanh Trong Tran, 71, reported on Aug. 11 that his father-in-law, Sy Van Nguyen, was found unresponsive at a residence in the 5800 block of River Road, according to the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office.
Santa Rosa police fatally shoot domestic violence suspect
Santa Rosa police killed a domestic violence suspect Thursday after an hours-long standoff, authorities said.
Santa Rosa teen found safe after missing for over a week
Joyce Albino was found at an East Palo Alto home and reunited with her father.
Santa Rosa police locate missing 15-year-old girl
Joyce Kristin Albino, 15, was reported missing by her parents on July 23. She was last seen around 11 a.m. on July 22 at the Santa Rosa Junior College Petaluma campus, where one of her parents had dropped her off, according to the Santa Rosa Police Department.
2 men arrested after police K9 detects hidden gun
Officers searched the vehicle and found an open space behind the dashboard controls that allegedly contained a loaded and unregistered handgun.
2 men arrested near Santa Rosa with several pounds of meth
The Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office seized eight pounds of methamphetamine in total.
New baby rhino born at Santa Rosa’s Safari West
Ozzy – named after the legendary metal singer Ozzy Osbourne – was born at the wildlife preserve early on Tuesday morning, the very same day the musician passed away.
Novato High School student killed in crash, involving driver suspected of DUI
A family is grieving after a 14-year-old Novato High School student was killed in a car crash Saturday night, while riding in a vehicle with another teenager suspected of driving under the influence.
Sonoma County public defender beaten and robbed by former client outside courthouse
A public defender was beaten and robbed by a former client near the Sonoma County Courthouse, not far from their office, Santa Rosa police said.
Driver killed in Santa Rosa SUV crash
A preliminary investigation the man “lost control for unknown reasons" and his car left the roadway.
Santa Rosa police locate family of boy found alone
Santa Rosa police were able to locate the family of a child who was found alone.
Suspect arrested for allegedly attacking wheelchair-bound man with knife, hammer
Authorities believe the suspect may have brandished a weapon at a downtown store earlier that same day.
Vacaville, Richmond, other Bay Area cities make new list of best California cities for retirement
Several Bay Area cities made a new list of the Golden State’s best cities for retirees, and some mentions may be unexpected.
Unregistered gun found during Santa Rosa traffic stop; driver arrested
Officers found that the driver possessed a satchel which allegedly contained a loaded and unregistered pistol.
Woman sues Costco in Santa Rosa for $14M after display falls on her head
A woman has sued Costco in Santa Rosa for $14 million after she said a display fell on her, causing her to suffer a traumatic brain injury – although her original injury complaint did not mention her head.
Santa Rosa suspect arrested after allegedly stabbing man following dispute
The stabbing stemmed from a dispute between the victim and alleged attacker, according to investigators.
Bracing for the heat: Santa Rosa announces wildfire season has begun
On the heels of a 20-acre grass fire that threatened an RV encampment, the Santa Rosa Fire Department on Monday announced the official start of fire season in the region.
Sonoma County Pride marks 40 years as attendees brave 90-degree heat
Thousands showed up for the 40th anniversary of Sonoma County Pride in Old Courthouse Square over the weekend.