Sonoma County sheriff's deputy kills ex-girlfriend, then self
An off-duty Sonoma County sheriff's deputy killed his ex-girlfriend and then himself in an unusual tragedy that has shocked the entire department, authorities said on Monday.
Enclos opens in Sonoma with focus on sustainability
Enclos, a restaurant that opened nine months ago, has already been awarded two Michelin stars, along with a first-ever Green Star for sustainability—a major achievement for the city it calls home.
Rohnert Park residents concerned about new plastic processing plant
Residents in Rohnert Park sounded off Wednesday night on a new recycling facility in town. The plant, which melts plastic into oil, could be up and running in a matter of weeks, and some neighbors are concerned about the environmental impact.
Woman arrested after driving erratically with child inside along Highway 101, CHP says
A woman was arrested Monday afternoon in Petaluma after she was seen driving erratically with her toddler son inside, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Sheriff rescues Point Reyes hikers stranded on remote beach
Two hikers were rescued from Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday by a helicopter crew from the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office after being stranded by the tide.
60-year-old woman leads Petaluma police on suspected DUI chase
Petaluma Police Department officers were sent to investigate reports of “an occupied suspicious vehicle" in the middle of the road,
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.
Russian River drowning victim identified as Richmond man
The victim was 35-year-old Nelshon Hamilton of Richmond, according to the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office.
Man drowns after swinging into Russian River
The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office responded on Saturday to the Hacienda Bridge in Forest Hills after receiving reports of a man who used a rope swing to jump into the Russian River and did not resurface.
Morning fire destroys trailer, scorches Petaluma home
Petaluma Fire Department units were sent just before 4:55 a.m. to the home on Wilmington Drive in the East Petaluma area.
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.
Sonoma County may self-impose a small wine tax, PR campaign to boost industry
The California wine industry, a major economic force in the state's agricultural and tourism base, is finding itself a bit unloved by younger generations.
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.
14-year-old dies after Petaluma police chase ends in rollover crash
A 14-year-old boy died, and three other teenagers were injured during a police chase involving a suspected drunk driver Saturday night in Petaluma, police said.
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.
Man dies of gunshot wound after fender bender with Sonoma sheriff’s deputy
Authorities did not specify how the man was shot.
Sonoma's 'Good Trouble' rally & protest lacks youth movement
Sonoma's 'Good Trouble' rally to honor the late civil rights leader Congressman John Lewis lacked the presence of youth, observers say.