"California’s death penalty is not more effective in deterring crime than a sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole.”
The program monitors salmon and steelhead in coastal California rivers.
“The San Francisco Giants are proud to sign the brief because it speaks directly to our core values of equality and social justice for all."
When filing, don't forget to claim the vehicle license fee you paid last year. So where to find it? ...
Glassy-winged sharpshooter can wreak havoc and was recently found in Marin during inspection of nursery shipment from Ventura County.
Hear from Petaluma Business leaders who are benefiting from efficiency, conservation and solar.
Italian authorities asked local authorities to investigate two volumes stolen from the Italian Historical National Library of Agriculture.
Identical bills focused on wetlands, habitat, water quality and erosion were introduced in both houses of Congress.
"California has some of the strictest DUI laws in the nation, but we need tough boating laws as well,” said Assemblymember Marc Levine.
“We have every confidence the higher courts will overturn this decision," one Bay Area group says.
American companies doing trillions of dollars of business are targeted by hackers for their trade secrets and intellectual property, he said
AB 293 Establishes Protocols for Investigating Death Threats Against Correctional Officers
The former San Francisco mayor says he's creating a committee to run for California Governor in 2018.
The legislation by U.S. Sens. Barbara Boxer and Dianne Feinstein and Rep. Mike Thompson would create a national monument in Northern CA.
Cybersecurity policy will be on the agenda, along with a fundraiser.
Two state legislators promised to introduce mandatory vaccines as Feinstein and Boxer urge the state to kill the personal belief exemption.
Money will be used to do energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in low income housing.
Social workers want cuts made during the 2008 recession be restored in Gov. Brown's budget.
This news comes less than a week after Sen. Barbara Boxer said she is not seeking a fifth term.
The four-term, Democratic senator began her political career when first elected to the Marin County Board of Supervisors in 1976.
Here are 10 of the new statewide laws that are going into effect this year.
Our state loves "measures," having voted on 360 since 1912. This update makes process more "voter friendly."
The previous CPUC president is not seeking reappointment amid allegations of corruption and inappropriate communications with PG&E.
She is the youngest and only African-American on the bench, and labeled “exceptionally well qualified.”
Turf may save water, but is it safe? Or are the chemical compounds causing cancer and other illnesses?
Upcoming public meeting in Napa to discuss the proposed Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument.
Waste less with creative alternatives.
Hint: If your driver's license expires in January--get it renewed now.
The pros and cons of Sonoma Clean Power will be discussed at two public meetings Dec. 9 and 10 in advance of Dec. 15 Petaluma Council vote.
Legislation introduced in Sacramento would substantially increase paychecks.
The townhall call will be on Dec. 1 at 10 a.m.
California Attorney General Kamala Harris offers tips on how to avoid con artists.
Also, Measure S, a special parcel tax for fire and emergency services in Monte Rio Fire Protection District, came close to passing.
If confirmed to the high court, Kruger would be one of four women and the only African-American serving on the panel.
Several cities' council incumbents were returned to office.
Petalumans said no to Measure Q, and how other measures fared around the county.
Includes all measures in cities countywide.
Includes races for individual city councils, Petaluma mayor and district supervisor.
Either Deb Fudge or James Gore will take the seat of Supervisor Mike McGuire, who is running for state senator
Library directors say it is key to restoring and enhancing services.