Our experience of reality may not arise directly from neurons firing in the brain. Instead, it could emerge from a hidden wave deep within the brain Continue
This Sonoma County Parks Foundation fundraiser invites residents and visitors of all skill levels to capture the beauty of our 60+ Sonoma County Regional Parks. Get out your camera (or your phone!), head into your favorite parks and start taking photos of eye-catching views, vistas... Continue
by Jeanne Kuang This article was originally published by CalMatters Last updated: Feb. 24, 2026 At least nine Democrats are competing to succeed termed-out Gov. Gavin Newsom in the 2026 general election, but first they’ll have to get through the June primary. The crowded field has raised fears... Continue
The shingles vaccine appears to prevent dementia, including Alzheimer’s, and may even slow biological aging Continue
The Sonoma City Council will meet in closed session at a special meeting on March 4, 2026 to discuss the possible appointment of an interim City Manager. The current City manager David Guhin will be departing in April of this year. Closed sessions are permitted... Continue
Many common residential projects don't require a lengthy plan review? Permit Sonoma offers two pathways designed to get you permitted quickly and keep your project moving. The Expedited Permit Program focuses on complete, clearly prepared residential applications that are limited in scope and ready for streamlined... Continue
A free reception honoring community leader Gary Edwards. The City of Sonoma invites the community to attend a special reception honoring Gary Edwards, who has been selected by the Sonoma City Council as the 2026 Honorary Alcalde. The celebration will take place on Thursday, March... Continue
When we first moved to the Sonoma Valley in 2002, I had a naive view of the town of Sonoma and the valley. I thought with chickens on the plaza, small locally owned shops and restaurants, it was a place frozen in time, different from... Continue
Hilary Campbell is a New Yorker magazine cartoonist, author and humorist. She also happens to have been born and raised right here in Sonoma. Continue