It’s a Grind coffee chain opens first North Bay store in Santa Rosa Plaza

It’s A Grind Coffee House has opened a new location in Santa Rosa Plaza, bringing the cafe chain to the North Bay.

‘If my people’: Here’s why the Bible passage Trump will read aloud is so potent and polarizing

The passage has been a theme at National Day of Prayer events.

Mexico’s famous Teotihuacan pyramids are closed after gunman opens fire on tourists

The assailant, who acted alone, shot and killed himself, authorities said, and security officials found a gun, a knife and ammunition at the scene.

Governor’s race wildly unpredictable two weeks before Californians receive ballots

The most unpredictable California governor’s race in recent history took another set of dizzying turns on Monday, with former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra surging after former Rep. Eric Swalwell dropped out in the face…

Petaluma schools to fly pride flags year-round

The unanimous decision was described by district leaders as reflecting Petaluma City Schools’ continued support for all LGBTQIA+ students, staff and families.

Hundreds celebrate Sonoma’s re-opened Larson Park

Residents, kids and pets show up to celebrate, with community, the re-opening of Larson Park after nearly one year of renovations-related closure.

Novato police arrest Rohnert Park teen DUI suspect in fatal crash

The crash happened on April 10 when the vehicle slammed into a utility pole on San Marin Drive at Simmons Lane.

Bay Area weather: Storm continues wettest April in nearly a decade

After a very dry, hot March, rain and snow are back .

New COVID subvariant ‘Cicada’ on the rise in California, just in time for summer

A highly mutated COVID-19 strain is circulating in California — raising concerns that disease activity could rise heading into the summer.

Wildfire survivors who lost their homes could face another blow from taxes on settlement payouts

Wildfire compensation money may be taxed as income, causing hardship for survivors.

With less rain this year, dam managers dial back releases at Lake Mendocino

The move, last use in 2022 at the end of a three-year drought, anticipates drier months ahead, as most rainfall in the region tapers off by May.

Northern California beach town offers great hiking, barbecue, ice cream and more

Here’s a day trip itinerary for Aptos, a true gem of a town in Santa Cruz County.

Letters to the Editor, Tuesday April 21

Press Democrat readers comment on Trump and the pope, and more.

Animal welfare protesters converge on Wisconsin governor’s office seeking release of beagles

Activists from around the country attempted to free an estimated 2,000 beagles.

Migrants rush to apply under Spain’s new mass legalization program

Spain’s approach sharply differs from prevailing attitudes elsewhere in Europe.

Fahimi and Fahimi: Don’t let fear rewrite America’s legacy of refugee resettlement

After the Taliban returned to power, our family’s courage was met with cruelty.

Earthquake sets off brief tsunami alert and a megaquake advisory in northern Japan

An earthquake registering a preliminary magnitude of 7.7 off northern Japan on Monday prompted a short-lived tsunami alert and the advisory of a higher risk of a possible mega-quake for coastal areas there.

Modern Rio Nido home among the redwoods hits the market

The newly built home nestled in the Rio Nido redwoods includes a large patio and plentiful windows for enjoying tree-top views.

Mother and 6 children killed in explosion and fire at central Pennsylvania home

Police say a propane leak inside the home may have caused the explosion and fire.

Daily Horoscope for April 21, 2026

Get your daily horoscope for April 21, 2026 from astrologer Georgia Nicols.

Bay Area scientists honored at the ‘Oscars of Science’ for math and physics

Researchers from Stanford and UC Berkeley are being celebrated like celebrities for advancing mathematics and developing strategies to find a hypothetical particle.

A preschool classroom is shaken by loss after a mass killing in Louisiana

A Shreveport teacher broke down after learning her 5-year-old student was killed.

Four candidates for UN secretary-general audition this week. That’s far fewer than in 2016

In 2016, a hotly contested race drew 13 candidates. What has changed?

Draymond Green on Steve Kerr’s future as Warriors coach: ‘It felt like that was it’

“I hope he’s our coach next year. Do you want my opinion? I think not.”

Comunidad de Rancho Cotate conmocionada, llora a estudiante que pierde la vida en accidente de auto en Marin

Una vigilia celebrada el viernes 17 de abril por la noche puso fin a una semana de luto en todo el distrito escolar unificado de Cotati-Rohnert Park tras la muerte de Niko Vargas Ortiz, de 17 años.

FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for article that alleged excessive drinking

Patel denies allegations of excessive drinking. The magazine stands by its reporting.

Amy Winehouse’s father loses legal bid for funds friends made selling singer’s memorabilia

He had he claimed they did not have the right to sell the items.

A timeline leading up to D4vd’s murder charge in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez

D4vd is charged with sexual abuse, murder and mutilation of a 14-year-old girl

Planes de nuevo comienzo de una madre de Santa Rosa se ven truncados tras morir en doble homicidio

Agentes de la Patrulla de Carreteras de California descubrieron los cuerpos de Desiree Fuentes y Terry Joe Harris tras una parada de tráfico en Clearlake el Domingo de Pascua.

How to prepare for an earthquake in California

Emergency officials say it’s critical that community members act now to prepare for an earthquake given the chances of a large one striking the region and the unpredictable nature of such a disaster.