Eyes on the cameras watching us
The local Flock system is connected to a regional information network, the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), which compares license plate and other vehicle information to see if it produces a “hit” with the wider law enforcement database, as well as to alerts pushed out by neighboring agencies. But how is that information used more widely?
Community separators to be discussed by county supervisors Dec. 15
Debate over whether to expand separators or leave them as-is
Two years after founder’s death, Isis Oasis lives on
The Isis Oasis Sanctuary is many things to many people. For some, it’s a retreat to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Sebastopol police investigating Safeway parking lot shooting that left one injured
The Sebastopol Police Department is searching for a suspect still at large who was involved in a shooting that injured one person this morning at the Safeway parking lot in Sebastopol.
YEAR IN REVIEW: Tumultuous year for local schools
In this Year in Review issue, we tackle this year’s disasters and the topic of education. Next week, look for Year in Review, Part 2: housing, crime, and the environment.
Commentary: Cultivating cannabis in Sonoma County
The Sonoma County Supervisors are considering an update to the county cannabis cultivation ordinance. It would allow for ministerial permits for cultivation through the agricultural commissioner, if one qualifies, instead of a 3-5-year public hearing process. Staff has come up with very restrictive policy, and documented no significant environmental impacts due to the limited amount of potential available acreage.
Rogers Increases Lead in Assembly Race, But…
It's still almost a month away to the final date for official certification, but fewer races are undecided than they were at first. Among them: Chris Rogers has increased his lead over Rusty Hicks for Assembly District 2, the North Coast.
Arts & Entertainment
Stage face-off: Revenge vs. rivalry
Local audiences seeking a solid presentation of an American theatrical classic have two very diverse options right now. The Raven Performing Arts Theater hosts Stephen Sondheim’s massive macabre musical, "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," while The 222 offers Sam Shepard’s more intimate fraternal drama, "True West." Both run in Healdsburg through Nov. 8.
