Could this law spark a Sonoma County housing boom? California just rolled back strict housing rules, making it easier to build homes faster in Sonoma County—but opposition remains strong.

You wont believe the crowd that shut down highway 12 We have another 3½ years before a new president takes office. What travesties will we experience in that time that will draw citizens back into the ...

Discover why bingo nights and buried artifacts are becoming the new summer tradition everyone is digging into this year in Cazadero.

Doran Beach, Sonoma County’s go-to spot for camping, walks along the sand and memorable sunsets, faces a future increasingly threatened by rising seas. The narrow, two-mile barrier spit that locals ...

A secret summer music series in Penngrove you need to know about “Summer’s here and the time is right for dancing in the streets.” The Motown party song was made famous by Martha and the Vandellas, ...

5 sports bars in Sonoma County that love your dog as much as you do Here are five standout sports bars in Sonoma County that don’t just allow dogs — they warmly invite them into the experience.

Hot dog days: 10 summer hikes your pup will love in Sonoma County Trails built for tails Sonoma County is built for walking. And if you’ve got a dog, there’s no better place to hike year-round. With ...

Despite the name, the park is not in the nearby town of Gualala, which lies directly across the river mouth in Mendocino County. It is adjacent to the housing community of Sea Ranch, which has five ...

Meet our new Santa Rosa columnist James Bordner is our new voice from the heart of Santa Rosa. Think of him as your neighbor with a notepad—just one who happens to write really well. We’re thrilled to ...

I stepped out onto the porch at 5:45 this morning with a mug of coffee and the free Merlin app running. Pocket Canyon was wide awake. Right off the bat: a Steller’s jay squawking from the trees—always ...

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Strings of hope: Sonoma County kids thrive through Guitars Not Guns With a free guitar in hand, Sonoma County youth are finding courage, creativity, and community. Guitars Not Guns helps them unlock ...