An ordinance banning plastic bags at stores will begin on Sept. 1
Remember to grab those reusable bags from the car, or prepare to shell out cash for paper bags, because starting Sept. 1, single-use carryout plastic bags will no longer be available at Sonoma County grocery and retail stores.
Californians used more water as state braces for another dry year
Californians used 2.6% more water in January compared to before the drought emergency was declared, a sign that urban residents are ignoring the state’s pleas to take the drought seriously and cut back.
Routine traffic stops ends in vehicle pursuit
Suspect was arrested for evading, possession of ammunition
Historic bridge open for traffic; work continues
Pedestrian railing, traffic signal, historic lighting to be installed over next two months
Stores welcome visitors post fire
On a cloudless and clear day, shops around downtown Healdsburg were bustling back to their regular hum.
Newsom imposes new California water restrictions — leaves details to locals
Despite pressure from experts urging a strong mandate, the order leaves the exact conservation measures up to the urban water providers and major water wholesalers that supply the vast majority of Californians. It does not affect agricultural water providers, or the small water systems that are especially vulnerable to drought.Â
