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'Hip Hop Gameshow' debuts in Santa Rosa
MCs will be competing in games such as ‘no rhyming’ challenges.
Funding shift threatens mobile crisis response in North Bay counties
Mobile crisis teams made up of mental health professionals have been responding to many police calls in Sonoma County instead of armed officers. Now, the proposed state budget puts California’s mobile crisis teams at risk.
Lawsuit alleges elder abuse at Santa Rosa retirement community
Plaintiff attorneys allege Varenna isn't allowing hired caregivers to assist residents with activities of daily living.
Santa Rosa Junior College pushes forward $830 million bond for campus modernization
The proposal would modernize the 108‑year‑old institution and address facility needs across campuses in Sonoma, Marin and Mendocino counties.
Sebastopol public library closed indefinitely due to mold
City staff and library admin say testing was conducted on peeling wallpaper in the staff room and teen area that exposed mold.
‘An existential challenge’: why Santa Rosa schools are refusing interdistrict transfers
Santa Rosa City Schools is now denying most requests from families who want their children to attend schools outside Santa Rosa.
New Santa Rosa police program transforms home spaces for vulnerable youth
The project partners with law enforcement and community groups to give kids essentials such as beds, dressers and places to study.
Prescribed fire turned wild burning near Lake Berryessa Monday; elevated chance of fire weather this week
After winds picked up, a prescribed burning off Highway 128 escaped the established control line.
North Bay Election Results; What we know so far
We look at unofficial primary results in Sonoma County and the North Bay, according to the Sonoma County Registrar of Voters and the California Secretary of State’s websites on Friday, June 5.
Santa Rosa police warn of immigration scam impersonating Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities does provide legal services, but the organization does not initiate communication through social media messages and will not guarantee specific immigration outcomes.
Immigrant‑rights coalition organizes 50‑mile walk against Bay Area detention expansion
The group will march more than 50 miles to Dublin, demanding a pathway to citizenship and an end to ICE enforcement operations in the Bay Area.
Incumbent North Bay congressmen advance to November, challengers up in the air
2nd District Representative Jared Huffman and 4th District Representative Mike Thompson both prevailed in their respective races.
Santa Rosa nonprofit ordered to pay $6 million for in-home caregiver's alleged abuse
The jury also found that the company's policies and state law were violated when another caregiver became aware of the suspected abuse but as a mandated reporter did not notify any authorities, which allegedly allowed the abuse to continue.
As license plate readers expand, North Bay communities debate the meaning of public safety
Cities say the cameras help solve crimes. Privacy advocates warn they create a vast network that can track people’s movements in ways most residents don’t see.
Statewide election results, what we know so far
We still don’t know the full results for some of the marquee races, but KRCB News is here to keep you updated as the primary election results are finalized in the days ahead, and the focus shifts to November.
McGuire and Gallagher set to square off for Congress come November
Republican Assemblyman James Gallagher is leading the primary in early vote returns and outright won the primary to fill the remainder of the late Representative Doug LaMalfa's term.
Sonoma County approves new plan to stabilize agriculture amid industry decline
The plan calls for an agricultural incubator to support new and small‑scale farmers, affordable long‑term leases, and expanded educational and recreational programming.
ELECTION RESULTS: Supervisor race too close to call; Congressional incumbents win big
Measure B, the SMART sales tax extension, is passing right now with 70 percent "yes" vote.
Rival state legislative leaders outline competing visions in bid for Congress
Republican State Assembly leader James Gallagher is facing off against Democratic State Senator Mike McGuire for 1st District seat in Congress
Education, healthcare, support services front and center for 2nd District Supervisor candidate Joanna Paun
Joanna Paun, a Petaluma City Schools Board member, aims to replace the outgoing David Rabbitt on Sonoma County's Board of Supervisors.
Big spend by two Democrats defines race for California's 4th Congressional District
Rep. Mike Thompson is facing a strong challenge from fellow Napa County resident and Democrat Eric Jones, as well as large field of Republican challengers including Ray Riehle.
Mental health care front and center for challenger to House District 2 seat
Paul Saulsbury, a mobile crisis clinician and Republican from Redding, sees reshaping the mental health response system as core to helping rebuild safe and healthy communities.
Billionaire blitz? Outside interests spend big in crowded race North Bay assembly seat
Grow California, a new political action committee has been splashing major cash in an effort to elect more business friendly state level politicians.
With Rabbitt stepping down, four candidates vie for District 4 seat on Sonoma County Board of Supervisors
A candidate would need to get at least 50% of the vote in the June 2 election to avoid a November runoff between the top two finishers.
Homelessness is down in CA and across the country, says new federal report
California was among the five states that reported the largest decreases in homelessness last year.
Busy week awaits Sonoma County's Registrar of Voters
Mail-in ballots should be dropped off at a polling place or official drop box to ensure they are valid for the the 2026 primary election.
After book ban reversal, young adult author speaks with Windsor High students
Neal Shusterman, author of the book Scythe, spoke virtually with students at Windsor High. Windsor's school board initially denied the use of the novel for a 10th grade English class, before reversing course after community outcry.
Imminent changes to state climate policy could favor oil and gas industry
California's Cap-and-Invest program sets a statewide limit, or "cap," on greenhouse gas emissions from major polluters including power plants, fuel suppliers and large industrial facilities.
COVID restrictions have long since passed but community college students still struggle with online education
About 2 million students attend community college classes in California, but around 40% of community college classes are conducted virtually, which can leave campuses that would otherwise brim with students, rather quiet places.
Pest insect discovered in produce sold at North Bay Costco's causes major alarm
Agricultural authorities in Sonoma and Napa counties have put out alerts after glassy winged sharp shooters, a pest insect that can infect grapevines with incurable Pierce's Disease. Officials fear an unchecked infestation could devastate wine grape harvests.
Sonoma County couple grow and eat extremely hot peppers
The Trefry family discovered a love for all things spicy during the pandemic.
Producer of Climate California series shares how storytelling drives climate action
NorCal Public Media television producer Hannah Lee talks with KRCB's Shandra Back about the station’s climate storytelling work.
Composer of Climate California series shares secrets behind the score
Miguel Brierley joins KRCB's Michelle Marques to share clips and his process of composing the score to this Emmy-award winning show about climate solutions.
Fighting for a foothold: restoration work safeguards fragile ecosystem on Yerba Buena Island
A rich and complex web of life exists, even under major pressure, on the small island connected to San Francisco and Oakland by the Bay Bridge.
Coalition proposes alternate plan to address state water needs
The Water Renaissance Plan for California was presented by multiple conservation groups and Tribes on Wednesday.
Part two: North Bay candidates continue their push for California’s Assembly District 12 seat ahead of June primary
The final three candidates are Steve Schwartz, a nonprofit executive and farmer from Sebastopol, Holli Thier, a Tiburon councilmember and attorney and Eryn Cervantes, a previous correctional counselor at San Quentin.
Man killed by falling branch during weekend's wind event in Santa Rosa
Another person suffered major injuries from a falling limb on Sunday afternoon at a different location.
Clear Lake tests new phosphorus treatment as algal blooms intensify in Northern California
The pilot project is meant to understand whether reducing nutrient release from the lakebed can improve water quality and results could have broader implications across the state.
In a shifting wine market, Latino representation emerges as a powerful force
Latinos make up about one in five working-age adults nationwide, and one in four kids and teenagers — a future customer base that will soon enter its highest-earning years. Many already spend regularly on beer, spirits and ready-to-drink cocktails, but not on wine, some hope that'll change.
North Bay water supplies looking stable, save for one scenario, as long term plans head for update
Sonoma Water is updating their urban water management and water shortage contingency plans as part of a routine 5-year refresh.
New play by David Templeton debuts at Montgomery High School
A mostly student cast has had the opportunity to workshop the script with the Petaluma playwright.
North Bay candidates vie for California’s Assembly District 12 seat ahead of June primary
The first three candidates on the ballot are Eli Beckman, a councilmember and business owner from Corte Madera, Jackie Elward, a Rohnert Park councilwoman and educator and Eric Lucan, a Marin County supervisor from Novato.
Sonoma County releases 2025 ICE data at Truth Act forum as community packs chambers
Most public commenters criticized the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office as the only county agency that still communicates with ICE, saying they don’t want tax dollars supporting that cooperation.
Three candidates vie to replace Sen. Mike McGuire in District 2
The seat has been held by Mike McGuire since 2014. McGuire is now running for Congress, opening the seat for three contenders.
Rogers highlights healthcare and climate priorities in bid for state Assembly
The District 2 Assembly seat is currently held by Chris Rogers, the Santa Rosa Democrat elected in 2024.
Northern California’s Homekey successes stand out amid statewide delays and failures
California has spent nearly four billion dollars on Project Homekey — the state’s effort to turn motels and other buildings into long‑term housing for homeless residents. A new CalMatters investigation looks at how those projects have played out across the state.
Northern California officials warn of early fire activity as state enters ‘fire year’
California now operates the largest wildfire aviation fleet in the world, and the Sonoma‑Lake‑Napa unit is among its biggest.
4.2 Magnitude earthquake rattles Geysers area early Thursday morning
The small tremor was detected near the community of Cobb in Lake County. There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage.
Defending beef in DC? Marin County rancher, author, lawyer bids for 2nd Congressional seat
Nicollette Hahn Niman emphasizes the agricultural and rural character of the newly drawn 2nd District in her independent bid for Congress.
Large federal law‑enforcement presence reported at Rohnert Park apartment complex; local department says it was not ICE
Tenants who say they witnessed the response — and videos that appear to show the scene — describe a large law‑enforcement presence.
