News Feed Articles https://www.krcb.org/news/news-feed/ Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:03:29 -0700 Drupal en-us viewer@norcalpublicmedia.org (Northern California Public Media) Beloved Santa Rosa organic farmers prepare for a final harvest https://www.krcb.org/20260915101960/news-feed/beloved-santa-rosa-organic-farmers-prepare-for-a-final-harvest https://www.krcb.org/20260915101960/news-feed/beloved-santa-rosa-organic-farmers-prepare-for-a-final-harvest The regulations governing land use and agriculture often clash with the reality of farming, and farmers can find themselves caught in the regulatory cogs. ]]> greta_mart@norcalpublicmedia.org (Glen Martin /Bay City News) News Feed Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:17:23 -0700 With mail-in rules uncertain, here's how Californians can prepare to vote in November https://www.krcb.org/20260914101948/news-feed/with-mail-in-rules-uncertain-heres-how-californians-can-prepare-to-vote-in-november https://www.krcb.org/20260914101948/news-feed/with-mail-in-rules-uncertain-heres-how-californians-can-prepare-to-vote-in-november The dizzying, monthslong legal saga has baffled voters and even some election officials, which some voting rights advocates argue is probably the point. ]]> greta_mart@norcalpublicmedia.org (Maya C. Miller/CalMatters) News Feed Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:17:45 -0700 Across California concern grows from possible impact of Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter https://www.krcb.org/20260912101934/news-feed/across-california-concern-grows-from-possible-impact-of-glassy-winged-sharpshooter https://www.krcb.org/20260912101934/news-feed/across-california-concern-grows-from-possible-impact-of-glassy-winged-sharpshooter The insect can spread Pierce's Disease which is fatal to grapevines. ]]> noah_abrams@norcalpublicmedia.org (Noah Abrams) News Feed Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:16:53 -0700 Annual Russian River cleanup day nears as potential deluge of winter rains awaits https://www.krcb.org/20260910101916/news-feed/annual-russian-river-cleanup-day-nears-as-potential-deluge-of-winter-rains-awaits https://www.krcb.org/20260910101916/news-feed/annual-russian-river-cleanup-day-nears-as-potential-deluge-of-winter-rains-awaits The Russian River Watershed Cleanup, which started in the 1980's, brings hundreds of volunteers out to collect trash along the river. ]]> noah_abrams@norcalpublicmedia.org (Noah Abrams) News Feed Fri, 11 Sep 2026 06:00:15 -0700 Potter Valley wildfire prompts evacuation orders https://www.krcb.org/20260910101927/news-feed/potter-valley-wildfire-prompts-evacuation-orders https://www.krcb.org/20260910101927/news-feed/potter-valley-wildfire-prompts-evacuation-orders

The Lucas Fire started Thursday morning, spotted on wildfire cameras near the Mendocino and Lake county line.
]]> greta_mart@norcalpublicmedia.org (Greta Mart) News Feed Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:03:45 -0700 Development watchdog director placed on leave ahead of Napa County annexation hearing https://www.krcb.org/20260910101915/news-feed/development-watchdog-director-placed-on-leave-ahead-of-napa-county-annexation-hearing https://www.krcb.org/20260910101915/news-feed/development-watchdog-director-placed-on-leave-ahead-of-napa-county-annexation-hearing LAFCOs were founded in the 1960s to rein in urban sprawl around the state, and any move to annex unincorporated county land into a city, whether for industrial or housing development, must be approved by LAFCO before moving forward. ]]> greta_mart@norcalpublicmedia.org (Griffin Jones/Bay City News) News Feed Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:10:33 -0700 California could be first in the nation to create smoke-damage standards https://www.krcb.org/20260908101910/news-feed/california-could-be-first-in-the-nation-to-create-smoke-damage-standards https://www.krcb.org/20260908101910/news-feed/california-could-be-first-in-the-nation-to-create-smoke-damage-standards The bills are just two of several pieces of legislation to come out of the Eaton and Palisades fires meant to set clearer standards, hold insurers accountable and improve the recovery process after a wildfire. ]]> greta_mart@norcalpublicmedia.org (Levi Sumagaysay/CalMatters) News Feed Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:26:18 -0700 Community colleges suddenly oppose plan to let them offer more bachelor's degrees https://www.krcb.org/20260908101908/news-feed/community-colleges-suddenly-oppose-plan-to-let-them-offer-more-bachelors-degrees https://www.krcb.org/20260908101908/news-feed/community-colleges-suddenly-oppose-plan-to-let-them-offer-more-bachelors-degrees The abrupt change of heart is spurred in part by new limits on how much the colleges could grow their bachelor's programs. ]]> greta_mart@norcalpublicmedia.org (Mikhail Zinshteyn/CalMatters) News Feed Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:48:49 -0700 Permit Sonoma settles over drone code enforcement complaints https://www.krcb.org/20260904101903/news-feed/permit-sonoma-settles-over-drone-code-enforcement-complaints https://www.krcb.org/20260904101903/news-feed/permit-sonoma-settles-over-drone-code-enforcement-complaints The permitting agency was sued by the ACLU last year on behalf of three residents who allege their privacy was violated by the drone flights. ]]> noah_abrams@norcalpublicmedia.org (Noah Abrams) News Feed Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:40:26 -0700 Community celebrates the zucchini at the Healdsburg Farmers Market https://www.krcb.org/20260903101895/news-feed/community-celebrates-the-zucchini-at-the-healdsburg-farmers-market https://www.krcb.org/20260903101895/news-feed/community-celebrates-the-zucchini-at-the-healdsburg-farmers-market Squashes were decorated and raced down a track at the annual event, along with a giant zucchini competition. ]]> michelle_marques@norcalpublicmedia.org (Michelle Marques) News Feed Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:47:49 -0700 Sonoma County's telecommunication landscape faces changes from efforts local and statewide https://www.krcb.org/20260902101892/news-feed/sonoma-countys-telecommunication-landscape-faces-changes-from-efforts-local-and-statewide https://www.krcb.org/20260902101892/news-feed/sonoma-countys-telecommunication-landscape-faces-changes-from-efforts-local-and-statewide AT&T is attempting to end their obligation as carrier of last resort in California, and cut off landline service for thousands of customers, including rural Sonoma County residents. Separately, local efforts could expand broadband to over a thousand homes in west Sonoma County. ]]> noah_abrams@norcalpublicmedia.org (Noah Abrams) News Feed Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:32:28 -0700 The architects and the unhoused: trauma, design and transitional tiny home villages https://www.krcb.org/20260902101888/news-feed/the-architects-and-the-unhoused-trauma-design-and-transitional-tiny-home-villages https://www.krcb.org/20260902101888/news-feed/the-architects-and-the-unhoused-trauma-design-and-transitional-tiny-home-villages People experiencing homelessness are totally dependent on outreach services or donations, she said, and a tiny home should be all about giving people control over their environment. ]]> greta_mart@norcalpublicmedia.org (Ruth Dusseault/Bay City News) News Feed Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:59:28 -0700 Community health centers brace for costs as some immigrants lose Medi-Cal dental benefits https://www.krcb.org/community-health-centers-brace-for-costs-as-some-immigrants-lose-medi-cal-dental-benefits https://www.krcb.org/community-health-centers-brace-for-costs-as-some-immigrants-lose-medi-cal-dental-benefits  Santa Rosa Community Health will continue seeing all patients regardless of status or insurance, but it means the health center will absorb more uncompensated care costs. ]]> shandra_back@norcalpublicmedia.org (Shandra Back) News Feed Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:18:50 -0700 Low unemployment masks a shrinking workforce in Sonoma County https://www.krcb.org/20260831101830/news-feed/low-unemployment-masks-a-shrinking-workforce-in-sonoma-county https://www.krcb.org/20260831101830/news-feed/low-unemployment-masks-a-shrinking-workforce-in-sonoma-county A deeper look at the numbers reveals a catch: the number of available workers is slowly shrinking even as demand for employees in certain sectors grows. ]]> shandra_back@norcalpublicmedia.org (Shandra Back) News Feed Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:57:01 -0700 2 found dead after canoe trip to view bioluminescence in Tomales Bay https://www.krcb.org/20260831101829/news-feed/2-found-dead-after-canoe-trip-to-view-bioluminescence-in-tomales-bay https://www.krcb.org/20260831101829/news-feed/2-found-dead-after-canoe-trip-to-view-bioluminescence-in-tomales-bay
The cause of the deaths is under investigation by sheriff's offices in Marin and Sonoma County. ]]> greta_mart@norcalpublicmedia.org (Bay City News) News Feed Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:53:08 -0700 Sonoma County approves new West County financing district for infrastructure projects https://www.krcb.org/20260828101822/news-feed/sonoma-county-approves-new-west-county-financing-district-for-infrastructure-projects https://www.krcb.org/20260828101822/news-feed/sonoma-county-approves-new-west-county-financing-district-for-infrastructure-projects

The West County district aims to use a portion of future growth in property tax revenue to help pay for infrastructure projects like roads and utilities over the coming decades.

]]> shandra_back@norcalpublicmedia.org (Shandra Back) News Feed Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:40:30 -0700 Traffic circle in Sonoma comes out as bike and pedestrian improvement plans move ahead https://www.krcb.org/20260828101823/news-feed/traffic-circle-in-sonoma-comes-out-as-bike-and-pedestrian-improvement-plans-move-ahead https://www.krcb.org/20260828101823/news-feed/traffic-circle-in-sonoma-comes-out-as-bike-and-pedestrian-improvement-plans-move-ahead The temporary traffic circle on Third Street West proved divisive among residents. ]]> noah_abrams@norcalpublicmedia.org (Noah Abrams) News Feed Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:41:19 -0700 Pacific Gas & Electric says they're prepping for fall weather conditions but progress on utility line underground remains limited https://www.krcb.org/20260828101821/news-feed/pacific-gas-electric-says-theyre-prepping-for-fall-weather-conditions-but-progress-on-utility-line-underground-remains-limited https://www.krcb.org/20260828101821/news-feed/pacific-gas-electric-says-theyre-prepping-for-fall-weather-conditions-but-progress-on-utility-line-underground-remains-limited The utility giant expects to underground 87 miles of utility line by the end of 2026. ]]> noah_abrams@norcalpublicmedia.org (Noah Abrams) News Feed Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:27:38 -0700 Extensive improvements coming to Guerneville wastewater system https://www.krcb.org/20260827101818/news-feed/extensive-improvements-coming-to-guerneville-wastewater-system https://www.krcb.org/20260827101818/news-feed/extensive-improvements-coming-to-guerneville-wastewater-system The settlement resolves the water agencies' unauthorized wastewater spill on Jan. 6. ]]> greta_mart@norcalpublicmedia.org (Adam Sutro/Bay City News) News Feed Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:11:08 -0700 Sonoma County breaks ground on new youth behavioral health and substance use treatment center https://www.krcb.org/20260827101811/news-feed/sonoma-county-breaks-ground-on-new-youth-behavioral-health-and-substance-use-treatment-center https://www.krcb.org/20260827101811/news-feed/sonoma-county-breaks-ground-on-new-youth-behavioral-health-and-substance-use-treatment-center The facility, which will provide residential and outpatient treatment specifically for teenagers and young adults, is located near Sonoma County's 
juvenile hall east of Santa Rosa. ]]> noah_abrams@norcalpublicmedia.org (Noah Abrams) News Feed Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:10:50 -0700