Santa Rosa Metro News Archives

"Razzlite," she mumbled. "Good." And then, as we smiled blankly at her, she walked away.

As of Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at least 436 members of the U.S. military had died in Afghanistan, Pakistan and Uzbekistan as a result of the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan in late 2001, according to the Defense ...

Levies for roads, water, police, fire and other services will jump from $38,000 to $72,000 per typical home By PAUL PAYNE THE PRESS DEMOCRAT New home buyers in Petaluma could pay as much as $72,000 per home to ...

Deidra Dawson and Christopher S. Warner, both of Santa Rosa, are pleased to announce their engagement.

When Allen and Verna Nelson were teenage sweethearts at Analy High School in 1948, gasoline cost about 20 cents a gallon.

Accommodations Throughout the County Are Promoting Gay Wedding and Gay Honeymoon Packages in Response to the California Supreme Court Decision on Gay Marriage SANTA ROSA, Calif.--In response to Thursday's ...

China Venture to Develop and Manufacture Small Engines, Consumer and Industrial Equipment SANTA ROSA, Calif.

The California Highway Patrol today identified Patrick Seau, 21, of Santa Rosa, as the victim of a fatal solo vehicle crash Sunday evening.

The last day to register to vote for the June 3 election is Monday. Forms are available at county election offices. via The Press Democrat

“I never advise people to abandon ship. My recommendation is for them to participate in the process and help us make the case that Doyle Park should stay open.”

Destiny Kilgore has blossomed at Doyle Park Elementary School. The 5-year-old kindergartener found a best friend in class, participates in Girl Scouts after school and likes her teacher. via The Press Democrat

“Now when I drive, I feel trapped”

Organizers hope participants will decide to give up their car commutes By KERRY BENEFIELD THE PRESS DEMOCRAT Just over a year ago, Sarah Bettman figured she had better take her teachings to the road. via Petaluma360

“The most important thing is don't jump into investing it right away. Sit down and plan. Put the money away for a few months.”

Lottery win means time to celebrate, plan By PAUL PAYNE THE PRESS DEMOCRAT So you've won the lottery, told your boss to shove it and jetted off to a tropical paradise to begin a life of leisure. via Petaluma360

Santa Rosa police are looking for a man suspected of fatally stabbing the mother of his children in an apartment. via CBS 5

A Santa Rosa man was arrested this weekend for allegedly punching a camel at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, according to published reports. via The Press Democrat

“That is driving our efforts, just like last year.”

The use of water by grape growers for frost protection during this unusually cold spring has taxed North Bay water resources, which are already so low that conservation measures will be needed this summer. via The Press Democrat

Vallejo has become the first city of its size in California to seek bankruptcy protection. via San Jose Mercury News

Medical device maker Medtronic Inc. said Tuesday it is planning to cut its work force by about 1,100 jobs, or about 3 percent, during the current fiscal year as part of a global restructuring. via KSAX

Media Coordinator, Donna Edwards - 565-3099 Media Spokesperson, Assistant District Attorney Christine Cook Defendant Obadiah Lomalynda, 27 of Santa Rosa, California was sentenced Thursday to serve seven years ... via County of Sonoma

An injured mountain biker was airlifted by helicopter out of Annadel State Park on Saturday afternoon after he crashed on a trail. via The Press Democrat

Posted on May 4, 2008 at 14:42 UK time in For Immediate Release Content summary: Shel Holtz presents a breakout session on the blurring lines between internal and external communications at the Society for New ... via Neville Hobson

“It's like getting a picture of Bigfoot”

If there really is a black cougar prowling Don Callen's woodlands near Forestville, it's a bona fide feline phenomenon. via The Press Democrat

The Petaluma Police Department has arrested 11 suspects stemming from an online prostitution sting.

The arrests Thursday were an attempt to discourage sexual solicitation in Petaluma hotels and motels, according to the Police Department.

The suspects, who were all were booked into Sonoma County Jail, were found through online advertisements and planned to meet in Petaluma, however none of them lived in the city.

Amy Cummings, 22, of Oakland; Laura Burnett, 20, of Benicia; Kathy Nevis, 45, of Novato; and Tiaka Ray, 22, of Marin, were charged with soliciting prostitution. Read more

This looks to be the 2008 Howarth Park Dirt Crit dates for short track racing in Santa Rosa, CA: " 2008 Wednesdays Nights from 5:30PM - 8:00PM June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 9, 16, 23, Aug 6, 13, 20 Cost : Adult ... via NorCal Mtn Bike Racing