If voters shoot down a November initiative to temporarily raise taxes, school districts statewide would face $5.5 billion in cuts, about $700 million worse than what the governor estimated in January.
The Healdsburg City Council approves resolution of intent to set up Tourism Improvement District.
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Ban would eliminate plastic bags from grocery stores and retail outlets, excluding restaurants
Do you want to vote in the June 5 election, which includes the race to represent Sonoma on the board of supervisors? Be sure you're registered today, or you'll have to sit this one out.
Dem candidate chides Solomon for "slimy" mailer.
The meeting will also explore how to fund the city's economic development program, without redevelopment funding
The California State Parks Foundation will award grants to 13 nonprofits committed to funding park maintenance and operating costs
The annual State of the Air report gives Sonoma A grades in both Ozone and Particulate Matter count.
While PG&E says only a few have opted out of SmartMeter installation
Commissioners disagreed on how to uphold the plan, arguing that all businesses should undergo a formal planning commission review before being granted a conditional use permit.
Wants to install self-pay stations at many Sonoma County beaches to raise revenues for state parks
Huffman considered favorite in 11-candidate race for Woolsey's seat.
County officials hope a re-application will force the Department of Finance to rethink their rejection of funding for sidewalk and street-scape development project.
"I think gay couples should be able to get married." -Barack Obama
Two state senators from the Bay Area unveiled a "sustainable funding proposal" to help keep open 50 state parks that are slated for closure on July 1 because of revenue shortfalls.
The Assembly Revenue & Taxation Committee on Monday gave unanimous, bipartisan support to a bill that offers funding opportunities to keep endangered parks open.
Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit announced that it successfully sold $199,172,032 million in bonds to fund construction of a train and pathway linking Marin and Sonoma counties.
“We are urging residents to re-think their commute and leave their car at home at least twice a week - take transit, work from home, carpool or bike to work instead of driving alone,” said Jack Broadbent, executive officer of the Air District.
The candidate running in November to represent Sonoma in the new District 5 spoke at Sonoma State University this week.
The funds, provided by the Affordable Care Act, will allow the health center to expand its facilities and serve more patients
Library Commission to discuss at May 7 meeting.
Weekend upgrade to northbound bridge access completed on schedule
“I’m disappointed, but not terribly surprised,” said 1st District Supervisor Valerie Brown
Satellites will monitor the county's 'tree-scape' to ensure that property owners don't clear forests before applying for vineyard permits.
The Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved a roster of hundreds of rate hikes, including increases in bus fares, picnic license fees and airport parking.
Oversized signs, accusations of sign theft turn up the heat between Sanders, Cuclis campaigns
At the City Council on Monday, Apr. 16, the council voted to decline Kevin and Bernadette Calhoun's appeal over a rural stable being relocated close to their backyard fence.
Three upcoming forums give the public a chance to hear candidate views
The alleged violations occurred over a 7-year period at hundreds of California CVS stores, including Long’s Drug Stores that CVS Pharmacy, Inc. acquired and converted to its brand.
Even though taxes are due two days later than normal this year, if you're pressing against the deadline you're not alone.
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Jack London will be the first park to operate under nonprofit governance, legalized by AB 42
New incentive would allow gardeners and community organizers may be able to use public space for agricultural projects
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Rail authority to sell bonds in the coming weeks as construction ramps up for the commuter line between Santa Rosa and San Rafael.
The city is seeking a new youth representative for the Community Services and Environment Commission
The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete; find a link on the city's website
Industry leaders say the tax increase would provide economic growth – but is it enough equalize its financial impact?
Phase II of the project received approval from the county's oversight board, but still needs approval from the state