Fascism is more than political or organizational structure; it’s a state of mind, and that state of mind is about justifying dominance of strength over weakness. Taking their cue from a misunderstanding of nature, Fascists view human survival and achievement in simple predatory terms of... Continue
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On January 16 of this year the Pride flag was unceremoniously taken down from the flag pole at Sonoma Valley High School by a unilateral action of David Bell, the President of the School Board. Abusing the authority of his position on the Board, Bell... Continue
This article was originally published by Active Norcal. The El Niño that scientists have been warning about for months is now official, and the implications for Northern California are enormous. NOAA declared El Niño on Thursday after ocean water temperatures in the tropical Pacific exceeded... Continue
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today adopted a $2.90 billion budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year that begins July 1, approving a spending plan that protects essential services while preparing for major changes in federal policy and anticipated reductions in state and federal funding.... Continue
Join Sonoma Valley Pride on the historic Sonoma Plaza for the joyful finale of our three-day Pride weekend. This free community festival brings together live music, drag, local performers, inspiring speakers, queer artists and makers, food, wine, family-friendly activities, and community connection in the heart... Continue
The Sonoma City Council is scheduled to consider adoption of the City’s Fiscal Year 2026–27 Operating and Capital Budget during its regular meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. The proposed budget serves as the City’s financial plan for the coming year, outlining funding for municipal services,... Continue
by Khari Johnson and Wendy Fry This article was originally published by CalMatters California is preparing to share with an outside organization detailed information about driver’s license holders, including immigrants who do not have legal authorization to live in the U.S. That breaks a promise the state made... Continue
By Tarney Baldinger I wanted to share with the people of Sonoma the experience that children in our sister city, Kaniv, have been having during this time when the media is giving almost no attention to the Russian war on Ukraine. So I reached out... Continue
This is the fourth ballot attempt by the sponsors to limit funding for essential local services By Kristine Guerrero, senior director of public affairs, and Ben Triffo, legislative advocate This article was originally published by The League of California Cities Cal Cities last week sent a letter to... Continue
Hilary Campbell is an award-winning cartoonist, author and humorist. Her work regularly appears in the New Yorker Magazine. She was raised right here in Sonoma. Continue