Sonoma County
Barry Mills, Brutal Leader of Racist Prison Gang, Dies at 70
Barry Mills, the brutal leader of the white supremacist prison gang called the Aryan Brotherhood, died on July 8 behind bars, where he had spent nearly three-quarters of his life, transforming himself from a teenage misfit to a charismatic national crime boss. He was 70.<p>His death, a day after his …
ObituariesSonoma County wine tasting adventures: 4 fantastic new wineries
<i>CLICK HERE if you are having a problem viewing these photos on a mobile device</i><p>For chardonnay and pinot noir lovers, a trip to France’s Burgundy …
California WineFor a chance at a gem, get to know some wine importers
Exceptional Excellent Very Good<p>Shopping for wine is like a treasure hunt. I always pay attention to names on the label, because I enjoy finding gems from small importers. These are often local companies that operate on a small scale, bringing in wines that escape the notice of larger importers. …
WineThree Men Arrested On Suspicion Of Killing Missing Cloverdale Man
SONOMA COUNTY (CBS SF) — Three men have been arrested for the murder of a missing Cloverdale man who may have been involved in “significant” …
SonomaArborist Killed When Tree Falls On Him Near Healdsburg
The fatal incident happened Wednesday afternoon in west Healdsburg, according to the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office.<p>HEALDSBURG, CA — A Santa Rosa man …
SonomaGo Beyond The Bottle And Experience Sonoma Like Never Before
Sonoma County’s culinary pleasures and serene accommodations make it truly a one-of-a-kind trip.
California WineFramestudio refurbishes mid-century Sea Ranch Cabin in northern California
Design collective Framestudio has restored a 1960s cabin originally built by American architect Joseph Esherick as a model for low-cost holiday …
ArchitectureIs a North Bay city using marijuana seizures as a cash cow to fill out its budget?
<b>By Julie Johnson | Santa Rosa Press-Democrat</b><p>Rohnert Park city leaders said they had little to no knowledge of their public safety department’s …
North BayFly round trip from LAX to Sonoma County, Calif., for $157 from late summer to fall on Alaska
Going wine tasting? You can fly round trip from LAX to Santa Rosa, Calif., the gateway to wine country, on Alaska Airlines for $157, including all taxes and fees.<p>Tickets must be purchased by July 30 and are subject to availability. Sale fares are valid for travel Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays …
SonomaCleaning Up: Inside the Wildfire Debris Removal Job That Cost Taxpayers $1.3 Billion
In the end, the government-run program was the most expensive disaster cleanup in California history. The project, managed by the Army Corps of …
SonomaWine Enthusiast Summer Jams - Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Newport Folk Festival<p>July 27-29 Newport, RI<p>— FEATURING —<p>Amanda Shires • Darlingside • Fantastic Negrito • Glorietta • Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit …
Courtney BarnettArborist Killed By Falling Tree; Pedestrian Hit By Car: Patch PM
Today's stories from across the North Bay.<p>NORTH BAY, CA – Missed today's headlines? Here are the Patch stories from Marin, Napa, Solano and Sonoma …
North BayToolin’ Around Town: Swapping cows for machines
<b>(2 of )</b> Larry Silacci with Holstein heifer in 1961 (Photos courtesy of Larry Silacci)<p><b>(3 of )</b> Larry Silacci, with parachute, during U.S. Army jump …
CowsAll 10 kindergartens with the highest rates of vaccine exemptions are in N. California
And six of those are in the Bay Area<p>Seattle<p>Across the state, kindergarteners are being vaccinated at the highest rates in years. But that has led to some "pushback" from anti-vaxxers, particularly in Northern California.<p>Some Californians, the Los Angeles Times finds, are seeking doctors who will …
Public HealthFour Incredible Restaurants—to Stay the Night
Food pilgrimages have become their own category of travel—a single restaurant can draw culinary obsessives from around the world to Copenhagen (for …
Northern California10 Reasons a California Vacation is the Green Escape you Need
If you’re planning a California vacation this year, you’re in luck! California has some of the best options in the country for fun outdoor …
Green Living‘Levity’ a circus of daydreams
<b>(2 of )</b> Arianna Pelullo, of LadyBeast Productions, prepares to walk on bottles in the touring circus show "Levity." (PHOTO BY JULIAN ORR)<p><b>(3 of )</b> …
New OrleansOctober Wildfires: City Of Santa Rosa Files Lawsuit Against PG&E
The city of Santa Rosa issued a statement Tuesday night about its lawsuit against PG&E in the October 2017 firestorm.<p>SANTA ROSA, CA — The city of …
CaliforniaBeating the heat in Petaluma and beyond
<b>(2 of )</b> Queen Nation plays at the Sonoma County Fair on August 2.<p><b>(3 of )</b> The Lagunitas Beer Circus returns to Petaluma!<p><b>(4 of )</b> 'Honey, I Shrunk the …
SonomaExplosion Investigation Closes Highway 101 In Santa Rosa
A report of an explosion prompted authorities to evacuate the Santa Rosa Kaiser Permanente campus and shut down roads.<p>SONOMA COUNTY, CA — U.S. …
CaliforniaThe Most Fun Way to Help Napa Valley’s Recovery? Go There and Drink Wine
A luxurious package at star chef Nobu Matsuhisa's Bay Area hotel property will help you promote Napa Valley tourism — designated helicopter driver …
Napa ValleyHow Miele Is Pushing Innovation Forward, In and Out of the Kitchen
In the brave new world of kitchen appliances, nothing seems off-limits. With talking refrigerators, smart dishwashers, countertop touch screens and …
KitchensBedrock: One of Sonoma's Most Exclusive Wineries Now Open to the Public - The Press
Morgan Twain-Peterson wasn’t looking for a tasting-room space. The master of wine and former Chronicle Winemaker of the Year had found plenty of …
WineriesDescartes Labs’ Wildfire Watchsystem uses satellite imagery to track active fires on Twitter
Wildfires are one of nature’s most destructive forces, exacerbated by the effects of climate change and land development. The recent fires in Sonoma County killed 22 people and destroyed thousands of homes, and the Ventura and Santa Barbara County wildfires burned for more than 281,800 acres before …
BusinessPolice: Suspected drug dealer arrested in Petaluma with cocaine, meth, Xanax
THE PRESS DEMOCRAT | July 18, 2018, 8:27AM<p>| Updated 3 hours ago.<p>X<p>The "Follow This Story" feature will notify you when any articles related to this …
CrimeBates Motel Actor Max Thieriot's West Side Sonoma - The Press
Expert Recommended<p>Bates Motel Actor Max Thieriot’s West Side Sonoma<p>Max Thieriot first got into wine after seeing his father on the vineyards. He’d …
Sonoma$1.9M Settlement In SWAT Raid Death; Vehicle Auction: Patch PM
Today's stories from across the North Bay.<p>NORTH BAY, CA – Missed today's headlines? Here are the Patch stories from Marin, Napa, Solano and Sonoma …
North BayInjury Crash Closes Highway 37 In Sonoma
It is not yet known when the highway will reopen.<p>SONOMA COUNTY, CA – A medical helicopter responded Tuesday to a two-vehicle crash on eastbound state …
CaliforniaTravel Tip: Top Places to Eat and Drink in Sonoma's Healdsburg
<i>This tip originally appeared in the June 15, 2018, issue of</i> Wine Spectator<i>, "Sonoma Wine Country."</i><p>Located on a bend on the Russian River about 70 …
DrinkingWhy you need to visit charming Sonoma wine country
Sonoma wine country is back in bloom!<p>With its picturesque towns and lovely wineries nestled among miles of lush vineyards, it's no wonder Sonoma …
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