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Hate crimes down, though LGBTQ and Jewish communities remain targeted
Crime continues to be one of the predominant issues in Santa Monica and the Los Angeles area, including the tragedy of hate crime events. On June 28, California Attorney General Rob Bonta released the 2023 Hate Crime in California report, which showed that hate crime events in California decreased by 7.1% from 2022 (2,120 incidents) to 2023 (1,970 incidents).
Map shows 'potentially historic' heatwave as 'dangerous heat' to bake West Coast for days
The National Weather Service (NWS) has warned of a "dangerous heat" that is likely to become more widespread in the West today and Saturday, with a "potentially historic" heatwave predicted
Surprise Firework Citations in Northern California After Fourth of July Celebrations
Despite persistent warnings about severe fines and dangers, Northern California saw a flurry of illegal fireworks on the Fourth of July, keeping law enforcement busy. This year, some agencies stepped up their game working undercover. The Sacramento Fire Department patrolled in unmarked cars, catching violators off guard. We actually patrolled...
Men who drowned in Northern California river on Fourth of July identified
(FOX40.COM) — The men who drowned in a Northern California river on the Fourth of July have been identified by the Nevada County Coroner’s Office. One of the men was identified as 26-year-old Enrique Nieto-Hernandez of Yuba City. The other man was identified as a 24-year-old man from Nicaragua whose identity is being withheld pending […]
Animal crossing: Highway bridge aims to save California's cougars
Hollywood stars aren't the only celebrities who live in the hills around Los Angeles—Southern California's mountain lions also make their homes there and are sometimes almost as famous. The animal, also known as a puma or a cougar, is the region's apex predator, and spotting them is something of...
Children's School of SSU fosters a sense of curiosity and love for the environment
Tucked into the northwest corner of Sonoma State University's (SSU) sprawling campus is the Children's School. Considered a Child Development Laboratory for the children of university students, staff, faculty and families, the school offers an enriched developmental program for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. “The Children's School is unique. We are...
Mod Pizza could file for bankruptcy, fate of North Bay locations unknown
Pizza chain Mod Pizza is preparing a potential bankruptcy filing and may enter court protection as soon as next week, Bloomberg reported last week. The fast-casual pizza restaurant, known for its create-your-own personal pizzas, has three locations throughout the North Bay with its Santa Rosa location opening in 2018. “We’re...
Meth Pipe and Psilocybin Mushrooms Found During Rohnert Park Traffic Stop
A traffic stop in Rohnert Park leads to an arrest for a meth pipe and psilocybin mushrooms. Over the weekend, Andrew Bailey was pulled over for a license plate light violation. As he was out on probation, Bailey was subject to be searched for violations. During the search, officers found the pipe and mushrooms in the glove box of the vehicle. Bailey was cited to appear for possession of controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Outrage Over California Family's $444 Grocery Bill at Trader Joe's Sparks Debate
A California family's grocery bill from Trader Joe's has ignited a heated debate about the affordability of groceries for large families. The family's $444 receipt, shared in a viral video on social media platform X, has been viewed over 17 million times, drawing widespread attention and sparking discussions about grocery shopping habits and the cost of living.
Sebastopol Considering Upping Sales Tax Over Budget Concerns
The city of Sebastopol is considering raising its sales tax as it works to fill a two-point-nine-million-dollar budget hole. The city could add a measure to November’s ballot asking voters to approve a quarter-cent or half-cent sales tax bump. The city is also proposing several funding cuts, including cuts to the Sebastopol Area Senior Center, Ives Pool and Sebastopol Community Cultural Center. Other proposed cuts include holding off on filling two open positions in the police department. The city will hold two town halls to gather public input on the proposals. The first one is set for next Monday, and the second one is slated for two days later on Wednesday.
Fireworks and Handguns Recovered During the 4th of July in Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa Police was especially busy for the 4th of July holiday. Last Thursday, over 2,000 non-emergency and 911 calls were made on the Fourth of July holiday due to illegal fireworks use and an uptick in other alcohol-related and violent crime calls. Hundreds of pounds of fireworks throughout the day and night with large groups of people throughout Santa Rosa gathered to set off illegal fireworks. MLK Park on Hendley Street had the largest concentration of people at one point, with over 200 spectators. One man suffered a severely broken arm while handling fireworks at the park. Police also arrested two people, including a juvenile, for illegally possessing a handgun.
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