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.
Fire season starting out fast and furious: fireworks a threat as July 4th approaches
As we move into the peak of the fire season over the next three or four months, we wanted to see if looking back over the last few months can help us see what's coming.
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.
Cougar caught strolling California neighborhood
A mountain lion was recently spotted strolling outside a home in Forestville, a rare but not unheard-of sighting in California.
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.
Petaluma police investigating truck that ran into pedestrians during 'No Kings' protest
Police in Petaluma are investigating an altercation between pedestrians and people inside a vehicle during Saturday's ‘No Kings’ protest demonstrations.
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.
Years in the making: SMART train extension in the North Bay arrives
In a time when mass transit is struggling nationwide, one Bay Area system is doing great and expanding in the North Bay. It is a rare transit success story for its time.
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.
Petaluma man arrested after threatening to execute school official over Pride flags
A man was arrested Thursday after allegedly threatening to execute a Petaluma City Schools employee unless all Pride flags were removed from school grounds.
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.
ACLU sues Sonoma County, alleges illegal drone surveillance program
Sonoma County's Code Enforcement Division was today named in an ACLU lawsuit alleging the department has been using high-powered drones to conduct an illegal, warrantless surveillance program on county residents.
8 teens arrested in Sonoma County home burglary
Multiple teens were arrested on suspicion of burglary and vandalism after they allegedly broke into a Sonoma County home, according to sheriff's officials.
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.
Man found dead in Petaluma; investigation underway
The man was found unresponsive beside a parked car near Grouse Lane and Quail Drive.
Bicyclist killed in Petaluma after collision with vehicle
Officials with the Petaluma Police Department say a bicyclist was killed on Wednesday in a crash with a vehicle.
Pedestrian struck by truck in Healdsburg killed, CHP says
A pedestrian walking along U.S. Highway 101 in Healdsburg was killed when they were struck by a truck on Thursday, the California Highway Patrol says.
Teens defecate on bathroom floor of Santa Rosa church, police say; arrested for burglary, vandalism
Two teens have been arrested for the burglary and vandalism of a Santa Rosa Church, officials say. The vandalism included defecating on the bathroom floor, according to police.
Bay Area firefighters prepare for early wildfire season ahead of Red Flag Warning
More than 500 firefighters from across California gathered in Santa Rosa this weekend for the three-day Fire Nuggets NorCal Conference.



















