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Weekend Rewind: 2024 Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals
The Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals played out before a large crowd at Sonoma Raceway in Northern California who witnessed a wild event with resounding performances and a lot of drama. Here's a look back at some of those moments.
Summer baseball report: Healdsburg Prune Packers, Sonoma Stompers head into playoffs with momentum
Healdsburg Prune Packers (22-5 PEL, 37-6 overall) The Packers closed out another wildly successful regular-season campaign Sunday and will head into the inaugural Pacific Empire League Championship Series as the No. 1 seed. Game 1 of the best-of-three series was set for Tuesday night at the No. 2 seed Lincoln Potters (15-12, 35-16). The Packers are 4-1 against Lincoln this season but fell 4-3 ...
Ghost Gun Found on Person Involved in a Large Fight in Santa Rosa
In Santa Rosa news, a fight investigation led to the recovery of a firearm and an arrest. On July 29th, at around 11:40 PM, police responded to a fight involving about 10 people on Montecito Boulevard. Officers discovered the fight was related to domestic violence, and one person was possibly armed with a “Ghost Gun.” Police arrested the domestic violence suspect and interviewed Jordan Tuituku, who admitted to possessing an unregistered firearm. The loaded .45 caliber gun was recovered without incident. Tuituku was booked into Sonoma County Jail on multiple charges, including probation violation.
Santa Rosa program targeting unmaintained vacant properties starts Thursday
Enforcement of a new Santa Rosa program seeking to address blighted and neglected undeveloped lots or properties with vacant structures in the city goes into effect this week. Property owners must comply with new maintenance standards and other regulations beginning Aug. 1 under the city’s vacant building and lot program. Many of the maintenance requirements are already required in city code. ...
Bob Tasca III Dominates DENSO Sonoma NHRA Nationals With Precision Racing Strategy
Bob Tasca III showcased an impressive blend of speed and strategy at the DENSO Sonoma NHRA Nationals, capturing his second victory at Sonoma and third of the 2024 season. His Motorcraft Quick Lane Ford Mustang Funny Car dominated qualifying, achieving top speeds and setting a foundation for a successful race day. Despite a tough semi-final against Austin Prock, Tasca's driving excellence secured a narrow win in the finals against Ron Capps. The performance continues to illustrate Tasca Racing's improvement, despite being underdogs in a competitive field. However, he expressed disappointment in falling short of a 340 mph run, still aiming for a new speed record.
Fired boss of scandal-plagued SF SAFE nonprofit charged with 34 felonies
The fired former executive director of a San Francisco nonprofit has been arrested and charged with 34 felonies related to the misuse of more than $700,000 in public funds, authorities said Tuesday. Kyra Worthy, 49, of Richmond faces charges that include misappropriation of public money, submitting fraudulent invoices, theft, wage...
Former Warriors center struggles in crucial win over Giannis Antetokounmpo-led Greece
Spain have recorded their first win at the 2024 Paris Olympics, with former Golden State Warriors center Usman Garuba playing 13 minutes off the bench in the 84-77 victory over Greece on Tuesday. The teams went back-and-forth as Greece took a 22-21 lead in the opening period, but Spain took...
Former Giants pitcher Reyes Moronta dies at 31
Former San Francisco Giants pitcher Reyes Moronta died in a motorcycle accident in the Dominican Republic. Moronta, 31, was riding a motorcycle in the Villa Gonzalez community Sunday night when the crash occurred, The Associated Press reported. "We are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Reyes Moronta, who pitched...
Giants Trade Strategy: Acquiring Brent Rooker, Bo Bichette, Guerrero Jr.
The San Francisco Giants are in a unique position as potential buyers and sellers at the trade deadline, with various player acquisition targets on the table. The Cubs are 51-56 going into Monday, with a worse record than the Giants this season. Brent Rooker, a potential target, has hit close...
Northern California forecast: Wildfire smoke visible, temperatures inch closer to triple digits
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Wednesday continues the trend of Northern California getting hotter as it returns toward triple-digit weather. Meteorologist Tamara Berg said Wednesday's forecast high is 98 degrees, up from 94 degrees on Tuesday. The average for this time of year is 95 degrees. Along with hotter temperatures across...
At least 1 person killed in Colorado's Stone Canyon Fire; blazes force evacuations in Rockies and California
At least one person was killed in a Colorado wildfire that has burned more than a thousand acres and destroyed five structures, officials said Wednesday. Human remains were found in a residence burned in the Stone Canyon Fire, Boulder County Sheriff Curtis Johnson said at a news conference. No other details were released.
Park Fire smoke steers clear of The City — for now
Smoke from the Park Fire has steered clear of The City, but experts warn that doesn’t mean San Franciscans will fully avoid fumes from the blaze that grew into the fifth-largest wildfire in state history Tuesday. The Park Fire has scorched 383,619 acres — just less than 13 times the size of San Francisco —- across Butte, Plumas, Shasta and Tehama counties in Northern California, as of Cal Fire’s latest update Tuesday morning. ...
California wildfires off to explosive start, burning 30 times as many acres as all of last year
It's not even the midpoint of summer in California and wildfires have already scorched more than 751,000 acres, straining firefighting resources, forcing evacuations and destroying homes.