Santa Rosa's 2026 Rose Parade Canceled Amid Organizational Turnover
The group behind the event announced it would not move forward in 2026 as its board chair steps away and the organization assesses how to keep the parade going.
Santa Rosa Police Seize Dozen Firearms in Drug Bust
Ukiah boys back on top in NBL-Oak, Piner girls tied for 1st in NBL-Redwood
Sports
Basketball roundup: Cardinal Newman, Montgomery, St. Vincent boys among winners
Plus: more results from around the region, including victories by the Windsor boys and Justin-Siena girls.

SRJC Baseball Opens Season Ranked in State's Top 10
Plus: Updates on how local college athletes are performing across the country.
COM baseball drops season opener
Error in 9th inning leads to 2-1 loss against San Mateo
Lifestyle
Sonoma Supervisors Approve Expansion of Mental Health and Homelessness Services
New county health center in Sonoma Valley to provide critical support for residents

Registered Nurse Killed by ICE Agent in Minnesota
Authorities claim Alex Pretti was armed, but he was unarmed when shot 10 times
Santa Rosa Approves Open Container Zone to Boost Downtown Nightlife
City council greenlights plan to allow wandering with drinks in designated areas on weekends.
Politics
Santa Rosa City Manager Departure Raises Equity Concerns
Sonoma County grapples with pattern of Black senior administrators leaving positions after short tenures

Readers Debate Housing Costs, Commute Traffic, and Whale Decline
Letters to the Editor address a range of local and national issues.
Letters to the Editor Reflect Concerns Over Measles, ICE, and Trump Presidency
Readers share personal experiences and call for action on key political issues.