FAA Seeks $170K Fine Against Sonoma County Airport

The FAA says the lacked required rescue coverage for two passenger flights and missed wildlife inspection.

🌱 Patch AM: Greyhounds defend their league title with a record-setting run

And on the Healdsburg Patch calendar - Windsor Mobile Country Club Annual Craft & Maker Fair

🌱 Patch AM: Healdsburg urges storm preparations before winter flooding hits

Happening soon: Windsor Mobile Country Club Annual Craft & Maker Fair on the Healdsburg Patch calendar

Coppola Winery’s Rustic Restaurant To Close For $2M Update: Report

Rustic will close in December as part of a $2 million renovation, with a spring reopening planned but unknown dining concept.

🌱 Patch AM: Hotel Will Lower Job Numbers In Healdsburg, But Temporarily, Unlike Neighbors In Sonoma County

Coming up on the Healdsburg Patch calendar: Windsor Mobile Country Club Annual Craft & Maker Fair

Hotel Will Lower Job Numbers In Healdsburg, But Temporarily, Unlike Neighbors In Sonoma County

Amy’s Kitchen accounts for 200 workers as closures and layoffs affect Sonoma and Napa counties.

🌱 Patch AM: Teamsters Accuse Rodney Strong Winery Of Intimidating Workers Trying To Unionize: Report

Coming up on the Healdsburg Patch calendar: Windsor Mobile Country Club Annual Craft & Maker Fair

Teamsters Accuse Rodney Strong Winery Of Intimidating Workers Trying To Unionize: Report

Winery workers seek union recognition, better wages, improved healthcare, and job security amid industry layoffs.

🌱 Patch AM: Healdsburg's Lucas Welty comes agonizingly close to a historic record

Coming up: Windsor Mobile Country Club Annual Craft & Maker Fair on the Healdsburg Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Healdsburg lands on an eight-town food lover’s travel list

Make time for Windsor Mobile Country Club Annual Craft & Maker Fair on the Healdsburg Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Healdsburg rail extension gets a $190.5 million construction contract

Also, don’t miss Windsor Mobile Country Club Annual Craft & Maker Fair on the Healdsburg Patch calendar

3 Murders Fuel Sonoma County Sheriff’s Opposition To Newsom Death Penalty Plan

Sonoma County Sheriff Eddie Engram opposed the proposed commutations for 548 prisoners, citing victims’ families and jury decisions.

Resolution Pushes Back On SMART’s Hudson Station Site Amid $190M Jump Start

Council documents years of planning and a $1.13 million grant as SMART reconsiders where to put a Healdsburg station.

Public Transit In Healdsburg Developing, Slowly

Council members favor expanded bus service and senior rides before launching a costly citywide shuttle.

Pickleball, Volley Ball Players Press For Permanent Courts In Healdsburg

Pickleball players demand permanent courts as volleyball supporters seek space and council members cite shortages.

4 Schools Targeted In Late-Night Break Ins, Burglaries

Flashlights, surveillance cameras, and a crowbar exposed three separate school break-ins, leading police to arrest six suspects.

Watch: Helicopter Crew Pulls Motorcyclist From Steep Highway 1 Drop

A 100-foot rescue line helped Henry-1 reach an injured rider after a crash near Fort Ross sent the motorcyclist down a steep slope.

Sonoma County Residents Can Resume Burns But With Caveats

Cooler weather has reduced wildfire danger, but residents must meet strict permit, inspection, and safety requirements before lighting fires

ICE Arrest Stokes Fear In Sonoma County Communities Building Networks Of Defense, Support

A resident’s detention by ICE in a small West County community set in motion advocates in Sonoma and Napa County.

Wine Country Restaurant Claims America’s Only Spot On Global 'Best' List

Healdsburg’s SingleThread ranks No. 93 as the only U.S. restaurant on the extended global "best of" list.

Cheech And Chong Bring Dispensary To NorCal

The duo partners with In The Tree Apothecary for its first California Dispensoria in Forestville.

Four Minutes Fuel This NorCal Town's Train Station Debate

Two proposed station sites offer different advantages: parking and room for housing near the historic depot or a shorter walk the plaza.

New Depot Site, Familiar Fears For SMART Board Ahead of Tonight’s Community Meeting

As housing plans, walking distances, and connections come into focus, Hudson Street supporters question SMART’s survey outreach and plans.

Buoying NorCal Coastal Economy, Cuisine With $2.7M Ice House Refit

Officials secured federal and state money to replace aging equipment vital to keeping NorCal catches, coastal economy, and tradition alive.

Day After Deadline To Oppose Reset On Russian River Water Levels, What Next

Sonoma Water seeks lower minimum flows and new rules after PG&E reduced Eel River transfers.

Fiery Crash Kills Driver, Injures 2 Passengers On CA-116

Two passengers suffered major injuries in the crash on State Route 116 overnight Monday.

Cooley Blaze Still Burning After Control Fire Spread Beyond Planned Area

Crews strengthen containment lines as dry vegetation raises concerns about increased fire activity and smoke.

'Sovereign Citizen' Driver Says He Is Exempt From CA Laws, Claims 'Duress' When Cited

A sovereign citizen plate led a police chief to a driver with suspended privileges and expired registration.

Americans Lost $20B To Online Crime: Check Your State’s Ranking

See which states lost the most, who’s most vulnerable, and how to protect yourself from becoming the next victim.

Motorcycle Hits Mercedes-Benz, Rider Dies In Sonoma County Crash

CHP officers investigate a collision that killed a motorcyclist at Mirabel and Giusti roads in Forestville.

Student In 90-MPH Police Chase Arrested In North Bay

Police arrested a Healdsburg student after a high-speed pursuit through the city that was recorded by a Flock surveillance camera.

Supsected Stolen Car Found After Suspect Asks Healdsburg Police For The Time

Healdsburg police recover a stolen Mini Cooper after its driver approaches an officer during surveillance.

'Large Scale' Power Outage Across Healdsburg

Officials reported a "wide-spread power outage" shortly this morning.

Emergency Declared Ahead Of Storms In Sonoma County

Crews clear waterways and stage equipment as forecasters warn El Niño could reach historic levels.

Air Warning Follows Thick Smoke, Dark Skies Across Sonoma County From Burn

Thick smoke from a coastal burn filled the skies above Sonoma County Tuesday, prompting alerts from authorities and concern from residents.

Fiery Hudson St. Challenge Tops Healdsburg Council Agenda

Healdsburg’s council will weigh a zoning appeal as the developer proposes larger affordable rental units.

Students Warned Against 'Fugitive' Fake Gun Game Tonight: Healdsburg Police

Police urge parents to discourage participation as toy guns raise concerns after Friday’s football game.

Healdsburg Train Station Debate Takes Another Turn With Councilmember's Survey

A councilmember and council candidate seek local input as SMART reconsiders two competing station sites.

Healdsburg Council Candidates Address Voters At Forum

Voters can hear from candidates seeking council seats in Healdsburg’s first district election this November.

Earthquake Rattles North Bay: Did You Feel It?

Quake rattles North Bay Wednesday afternoon. The tremblor was reported just before 2:15 p.m.

Fundraiser Today Honoring Young Sonoma County Wrestler Who Died In Yosemite Fall

Fundraiser honors Ryan George, who died after a fall in Yosemite National Park.