Press Democrat (I-15)

Iraq War Vet gets service dog from CCI

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:24:25 -0800

Iraq War Vet Andrew Pike gets a service dog from Canine Companions for Independence.

Crane falls into house

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:33:09 -0800

Inch by inch, crews finally remove a massive crane which fell into a Santa Rosa home during an oak tree removal.

Crane lifted off of Santa Rosa house

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:43:19 -0800

Crane was removed from the Molly Court home in Santa Rosa, after it sliced through part of the house while trying to remove a tree from the backyard November 16, 2009.

Crane Smashes House

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:06:27 -0800

Nobody was injured when a crane smashed through a house in northwest Santa Rosa Monday afternoon in a failed attempt to remove an oak tree.

49ers beat the Bears

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:10:19 -0800

Five interceptions lead the Niner's to victory over the Chicago Bears 10-6.

Petaluma Veterans Day Parade

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:43:14 -0800

Veterans and their families honor those that served.

Budget cuts affect Becoming Independent workers

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:58:10 -0800

Wesley Levy of Becoming Independent in Santa Rosa will be forced to take four non-paid furlough days from his job at FoodMaxx because of the California budget crunch.

Sonoma Fire Museum

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:02:46 -0800

New Fire Museum honors the history of firefighting in Sonoma County.

Blue Whale Removal

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:04:38 -0700

Crews work to remove and preserve the remains of a 70 ton blue whale washed ashore south of Fort Bragg after it was hit by a research vessel propeller.

Zombies for Health Care Reform

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:16:11 -0700

Zombies in costumes marched through downtown Santa Rosa,CA, to draw attention to the need for health care reform Sunday, October 25. The event was publicized via Facebook.

Confused driver hits building

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:59:28 -0700

Driver confused accelerator for brake and crashes into the Gas Light apartments on Sonoma Ave., Monday October 26, 2009.

Chinook Salmon Migrate

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 18:04:11 -0700

Chinook Salmon migrate along the Russian River. Footage provided by Sonoma County Water Agency.

Carmina Salcido

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 19:26:56 -0700

Carmina Salcido talks about her new book 'Not Lost Forever'.

Tillman the skateboarding dog

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:37:20 -0700

Tillman the skateboarding dog wows the crowd with his performance in Santa Rosa on Oct. 4, 2009.

Blind 6th grade concert violinist

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:17:14 -0700

This September, Maycie Vorreiter—a blind violinist and 6th grader from Windsor Middle School—began her fourth season in a children’s orchestra under the guidance of the Santa Rosa Symphony

Handcar Regatta

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:56:53 -0700

The Handcar Regatta in Santa Rosa, Ca., has unique, hand-crafted vehicles of all sizes and shapes racing on train tracks. Think Jules Verne meets Burning Man in Wine Country.

Human Chess

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:45:09 -0700

"Lord of the Board" lets kids play chess on a normal board and then transfer their moves to a giant board populated with costumed actors as chess pieces.

Fire Truck Collector

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:00:08 -0700

John Northey of Santa Rosa talks about his passion for fire trucks.

Lightning over Sonoma County

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 18:28:42 -0700

Lightning strikes Sonoma County California, Saturday September 12, 2009.

Head-on collision

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:26:10 -0700

Three people were ejected and one was trapped in a burning car on Stony Point Road near Scenic Avenue south of Santa Rosa on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2009.

Driven Raceway

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 10:23:00 -0700

Feel the need for speed? Check out the electric carts at Driven Raceway in Rohnert Park.

Studying acid to save oysters

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 17:40:20 -0700

Bodega Bay Marine Lab biologists harvest oysters for study about their future.

Who was Jane Doe?

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:56:23 -0700

Sonoma County Sheriffs exume a Jane Doe from the 1960's in the Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery. Investigators hope modern forensic methods will finally indentify the woman.

Health care town hall meeting

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:07:17 -0700

Emotional responses during health care reform meeting in Petaluma Monday August 31, 2009.

Marking Kennedy's Legacy

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 09:24:53 -0700

While elected officials and family gathered inside a Boston church for a mass marking the life of Sen. Edward Kennedy, members of the public paid their respects outside in a driving rain. (Aug. 29)

Lucky the turtle gets new legs

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:41:26 -0700

Turtle injured in racoon attack gets new lease on life with prothetic devices.

Injured man rescued

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:33:05 -0700

Russian River and Cal Fire rescue man who fell from cliff on Old Cazdero Road in Guerneville.

Rohnert Park Apartment Fire

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:53:27 -0700

Several fire agencies battle apartment fire at Willow Park Apartments in Rohnert Park

Good Life Garden

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 12:39:01 -0700

Tour of Good Life Garden at UC Davis

2009 Wine Harvest Begins

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:41:33 -0700

This year's crush began at 3 a.m. on Monday, August 10th with early pinot noir from Hunters Farm destined for sparkling wine from Gloria Ferrer.

Protesting Noise Ordinance

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:28:19 -0700

Protestors playing loud musical instruments march through Santa Rosa protesting the city's noise ordinance that bans the playing of musical instruments outdoors without a permit Saturday, Aug. 8,2009

Clear Lake algae worst in many years

Sat, 08 Aug 2009 23:33:34 -0700

Lyngbya, an unusual blue-green algae, is among at least 130 forms of algae that each year clog the water of Clear Lake. This summer's bloom is considered the worst in many years.

Pilots honored by local museum

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 18:55:21 -0700

Pacific Coast Air Museum dedicates its F-104 Thunder Chief to hero pilots.

Sonoma County Fair In Motion

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 15:53:14 -0700

An animation of 1,000 still photographs sequenced together presenting a unique view of the Sonoma County Fair in stop motion.

Cash For Clunkers

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 16:39:59 -0700

Bruce McConnell shows what happens to those clunker cars at his Healdsburg car dealership.

7-11 robbery July 26, 2009.

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:50:07 -0700

on Sunday, July 26, 2009, the same suspect entered the store approximately 2:53 a.m. The suspect again presented a gun and demanded cash.

7-11 robbery July 24, 2009.

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:49:27 -0700

On Friday, July 24, 2009, approximately 3:10 a.m., Santa Rosa Police Communications Center received a call of a robbery at the 7-11 store at 1779 Corby Avenue. The owner called to report the robbery,

Pacific Coast Air Museum Restores Cold-War Drone

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:20:16 -0700

Supersonic spy plane the D-21 drone is undergoing restoration by Pacific Coast Air Museum in Santa Rosa, Ca.

Dinosaurs at the Sonoma County Fair

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 19:15:57 -0700

Ten year-old Mac Porter videotapes the arrival of dinosaurs at the Sonoma County Fair.

Reading to Dogs

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 22:24:59 -0700

A program put on by PAWS FOR HEALING canine therapy to make it more fun and relaxing and enjoyable for kids to learn how to read.

Joseph Mendoza sells dairy herd

Sat, 18 Jul 2009 18:16:37 -0700

Point Reyes dairy farmer Joey Mendoza is forced to sell part of his dairy herd because of low milk prices.

Summer Youth Ecology Program

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:48:49 -0700

Federal stimulus money creates youth jobs for local creek improvement in Santa Rosa.

60-Sec Weekend: Easter Power to the Peeps

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 17:55:34 -0700

What's the best show this weekend? We let the dancing Peeps decide.

60-Sec Weekend: Premiere of "W."

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:46:23 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Moviegoers review the new George W. Bush film

A soldier's story: post-traumatic stress

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:33:13 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Santa Rosa marine recounts sniper killing childern in Iraq.

Armored Truck Robbed in Sebastopol

Mon, 18 May 2009 15:28:57 -0700

Armored Truck robbed at Sebastopol Bank of America.

Bald Eagles on Lake Sonoma

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:44:24 -0700

Nesting pair of bald eagles care for two new chicks on the banks of Lake Sonoma.

Beagles rescued from puppy mill

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 23:19:40 -0700

Jeremiason from Santa Rosa: Thirteen beagles were rescued from a puppy mill in Tehama County by the Sonoma County Humane Society, Friday April 17, 2009

Belarus girl pleads to stay

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 18:23:00 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Tanya Kazyra wants to stay longer in Petaluma with her host family.

C-17 in Santa Rosa

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 17:59:08 -0700

The Press Democrat from Santa Rosa: A C-17 Globemaster III trundles down the runway at the Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport, Friday August 15, 2008.

CHP stops cell phone violaters

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:31:01 -0700

Brian Wood of the California Highway Patrol tickets cell phone violaters.

Cage-free egg debate

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 15:59:11 -0700

The Press Democrat from Santa Rosa: Sonoma's Sunrise Farms produces 1 million eggs a day in both caged and cage-free housing. California's Proposition 2 would ban cage facilities.

Captain Tries Swimming From Pirates, Recaptured

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 10:37:44 -0700

The U.S. captain of a cargo ship tried swimming away from his pirate captors, only to be recaptured off the coast of Somalia. The military is negotiating for the release of Richard Phillips, taken from the Maersk Alabama. (April 10)

Car crashes into Canfield Rd. home

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 15:38:47 -0700

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: car crashes into Canfield Road home near Sebastopol

Cockfight bust

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 18:57:54 -0800

Sheriff’s deputies brake up extensive cockfighting operation that attracted between 50 and 100 people.

Condo Fire

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:44:51 -0800

Jeff Kan Lee: Condo Fire

Day laborers struggle during recession

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:40:40 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Sonoma County day laborers srtuggle during recession.

Drought worsens

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:45:18 -0800

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: North Coast suffers through third straight year of low rainfall totals

Eric Olson returns from Iraq

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:34:07 -0700

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Eric Olson returns from Iraq

Fatal Accident

Wed, 20 May 2009 13:20:06 -0700

Pedestrain killed after trying to cross Hwy 101 in downtown Santa Rosa.

Fire burns three houses

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 21:16:07 -0700

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Three houses burn in South Santa Rosa

Francisco Mancebo wins Stage one of the Tour of California

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 21:14:13 -0800

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Lance armstrong stage one.

Garage fire on Scenic Ave, Santa Rosa

Fri, 29 May 2009 16:47:04 -0700

Fire on Scenic Ave in Santa Rosa guts a garage, no injuries reported.

Gary Armitage appears in Federal Court

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 18:01:24 -0800

Gary Armitage appears in Federal Bakruptcy Court in Santa Rosa to answer questions concerning his assets

Giant Squid

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 21:14:07 -0800

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Giant Squid caught off Bodega Bay

Gottschalks closing Coddingtown Mall location

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:38:37 -0700

Shoppers lament closing of Gottschalks at Coddingtown Mall

Graffiti removal

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 09:30:40 -0700

Glenn Schoeneck, Commumity Manager of the Sonoma Ridge Bennett Valley apartment homes volunteers to help remove graffiti.

Highway 12 Fatal Accident

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:55:21 -0800

pdnewsphoto from Santa Rosa: Fatal accident involving 3 vehicles on Highway 12

Hwy 101 Crash at 5th Street Overpass

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:52:25 -0800

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Highway 101 Crash at 5th Street Overpass

Hwy 101 sound barrier

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 14:55:57 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Windsor resident Bobbe Clark wants a sound barrier on Highway 101

Hwy 12 Fatal Accident

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 11:02:15 -0700

Early morning commute stopped in the Sonoma Valley when a man was killed after his car drifted across the Hwy into oncoming traffic.

Hwy 12 accident

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:42:16 -0700

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Big rig turn-over on Hwy 12 over 101 carrying empty bottles from Fetzer.

Immigration march

Fri, 01 May 2009 22:09:03 -0700

Jeremiason from Santa Rosa: May 1st March and Rally in Santa Rosa, Ca. for Immigrant and Worker Rights

In Their Own Words

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 16:50:23 -0700

From photographer John Burgess: Sonoma County black voters talk about casting a ballot for a black presidential candidate.

James Goodwin going to Inauguration

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:42:51 -0800

pdnewsphoto from Santa Rosa: tuskegee airman james goodwin talks about his upcoming trip to the Inauguration

Manmade snow beats the drought

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 17:40:46 -0800

Boreal Mountain Resort beats the drought by making snow

Mark Felt Memorial

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 21:31:18 -0800

Jeremiason from Santa Rosa: Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein spoke during Mark Felt's memorial held at The Glaser Center in Santa Rosa, Friday January 16, 2009.

Mountain Home fire

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 16:24:43 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Home at Mountain Home Ranch on the Sonoma / Napa County line burns to the ground.

Mountain Lion Cubs

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:14:24 -0700

John Burgess: Two four-month-old mountain lion cubs are raised by Wildlife Rescue in Petaluma.

National Guard deploys

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 11:16:48 -0700

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Guardsmen from the 235th Engineer Company deploy to Afghanistan from the Petaluma Armory

New rhinos at Safari West

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:44:13 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: White rhinos at Satari West

Olive harvest begins

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 19:26:44 -0800

DeVero Olive harvest in Healsburg.

Otter Release

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 16:50:46 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Three river otters are released into Lake Sonoma after 6 months rehab at Wildlife Rescue.

Otters Rescued in Petaluma

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:56:42 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: American river otters rescued in Petaluma

Police search for a gunman on campus

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 10:08:37 -0700

Rohnert Park police search the Rancho Cotate High School campus after a 911 report of a gunman in the bathroom

Probable case of swine flu in Sonoma County

Fri, 01 May 2009 14:24:13 -0700

Dr. Mark Netherda, deputy public health officer for Sonoma county talks about a probable case of swine flu.

Red Flag fire warning

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 15:08:39 -0700

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: High winds push brush fire in to barn in Santa Rosa

Restored warbird flies again

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 09:37:17 -0800

From photojournalist Jeff Kan Lee: P-40 found in Austrailian dump flies again over Sonoma County.

Search for gun on campus

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 16:35:24 -0700

Rohnert Park police search the Rancho Cotate High campus for a gun after a 911 call

Senior Hockey Tournament

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:36:36 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Snoopy's Senior Annual World Hockey Tournament

Solar Powered Car

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:27:40 -0800

John Burgess: The Xof1 solar powered car rolls through Santa Rosa while breaking the distance record.

Sturgeon's Mill Restoration Project

Tue, 26 May 2009 09:45:42 -0700

Steam powered saw mill back in action after years of restoration.

The Wall That Heals

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:23:09 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall stops in Santa Rosa

Timber War Ends

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 09:12:01 -0700

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Conflict between timber industry and environmentalists ends as Humboldt Redwood Company takes over Pacific Lumber.

Vietnam-era discoveries at Annadel State Park

Thu, 07 May 2009 18:48:36 -0700

Jeremiason from Santa Rosa: Vietnam-era discoveries at Annadel State Park. The battle of Annadel Park history included Vietnam-era war games.

Harvest Fair Wine Judging

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:09:28 -0700

Sonoma County Harvest Fair Wine Judging

Harvest with Gina Gallo

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:55:43 -0700

Winemaker Gina Gallo talks about harvest and her family history in winemaking.

Beer Starts Flowing at Oktoberfest

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:54:31 -0700

The beer is flowing at the 176th Oktoberfest in Munich, expected to draw some six million visitors downing 1.6 million gallons of beer. (Sept. 19)

Tasting Room: Husch Vineyards

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 18:33:37 -0700

Wine of the Week, Husch Vineyards 2007 Pinot Noir

Wine of the week

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 23:45:55 -0700

MacMurray Ranch 2008 Sonoma Coast Pinot Gris.

Tasting Room: Clos Pegase

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 18:15:45 -0700

A blending of art and wine at the Michael Graves designed winery.

Domaine Carneros Brut:Wine of the Week

Wed, 27 May 2009 22:05:35 -0700

John Burgess: Domaine Carneros by Taittinger 2005 Brut aged to perfection.

Tasting Room: Gloria Ferrer

Fri, 22 May 2009 11:43:12 -0700

Gloria Ferrer wine maker Bob Iantosca talks about the Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc de Noirs, sparkling wine of the week.

Hike to Gunsight

Fri, 15 May 2009 16:54:25 -0700

Take a hike to Gunsight Rock in Sugarloaf Ridge State Park.

Vision Cellars Tasting Room

Mon, 11 May 2009 17:09:37 -0700

Mac McDonald of Vision Cellars, talks about wine making and moonshine.

Landmark Vineyards

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:08:04 -0700

Mary Colhoun of Landmark Vineyards talks about the wine of the week winner, their 2007 Overlook Chardonnay, and the winery connection to John Deere tractors.

Tasting Room Roger Roessler

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 09:49:27 -0700

Former restaurateur Roger Roessler talks about making the change to winemaker.

Tasting Room: Bedrock Wine Rose

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:37:43 -0700

pdnewsphoto from Santa Rosa: Morgan Twain-Peterson talks about his Bedrock Wine Rose

Benziger biodynamics

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 11:08:01 -0700

Winemaker Mike Benziger talks biodynamics at Benziger Winery

Making wines around the world

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:39:43 -0700

Winemaker John Buechsenstein talks about making wines around the world

Lou Preston: Green growing

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 09:48:31 -0700

Lou Preston of Preston Vineyards talks of sustainability in growing wine grapes.

Bohemian Creamery

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 20:33:40 -0700

Two women, four cans and some killer cheese

Sebastiani and Sons

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 11:32:38 -0700

Donny Sebastiani tells how he, his brother and his father formed Three Loose Screws to share their down-to-earth approach to wine with the world.

Tasting Room Freemark Abbey

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 15:04:50 -0800

Jeff Kan Lee: Tasting Room Freemark Abbey

Wine Garage

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 17:13:47 -0800

The Wine Garage sells quality jug wine at attractive prices.

Chaim Gur-Arieh Tasting Room

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 13:38:19 -0800

Jeff Kan Lee: Chaim Gur-Arieh Tasting Room

Tasting Room: Hillside vineyards

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:12:36 -0800

Eric Demuth talks about finding hillside vineyards using Google earth.

Wine of the week

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 22:54:16 -0800

Jeremiason from Santa Rosa: Korbel is featured in this wine of the week.

Fried Chicken

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:28:22 -0800

Making fried chicken and dumplings at the duck club

Wine of the Week: Hess Cabernet

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 11:44:38 -0800

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Hess Cabernet

Geyser Peak Wine of the Week

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:24:22 -0800

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Geyser Peak wine of the week.

Wine of the Week: Iron Horse

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 10:06:52 -0800

Wine of the week: Iron Horse

Wine of the Week: Longboard Vineyards

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:04:42 -0700

From photographer Mark Aronoff: Oded Shakked the surfing winemaker.

Wine Insider: Conversations with Paul Dolan

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 19:43:11 -0700

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Winemaker Paul Dolan talks about John Wayne, Petite Syrah and Global Warming.

Tasting Room-Syrah

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 18:25:33 -0700

John Burgess: Press Democrat wine of the week is the Novy 2006 Santa Lucia Highlands Syrah.

Could this be the world's largest tortilla?

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:16:09 -0700

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Could this be the worlds largest tortilla.

Cabernet Sauvignon Restrospective

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:49:00 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Tasting Room: Cabernet Sauvignon Retrospective

Wine of the Week: J Winery Pinot Noir

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 18:24:18 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: J Winery

Wine of the Week: Patz & Hall Chardonnay

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 17:47:49 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: James Hall Patz & Hall Tasting Room

Tasting Room: Old Vine Zin

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:53:33 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Join press democrat reporter Peg Melnik as she picks a wine of the week.

Beer of the Week: Moonlight IPA

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:32:29 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Join press democrat writer and the Moonlight Brewer as they talk about the beer of the week.

St. Francis Winery 2005 Merlot

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:11:00 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The St. Francis Winery 2005 Merlot is this weeks wine of the week.

Oyster and Wine pairings

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:25:29 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Join Peg Melnick and a panel of judges as they check out the oysters at Nick's Cove in Marshall Ca.

Hanna Chardonnay

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 21:47:50 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Our wine of the week winner is Hanna Winery Chardonnay

Fork & Shovel

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 22:31:45 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Fork and Shovel program couples local produce with area restaurants

Wine of the Week: Murphy-Goode Zinfandel

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 17:22:43 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Join Press Democrat reporter Peg Melnik and a panel of experts as they pick a wine of the week.

Wine of the Week: Pinot Noir

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:11:39 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Join press democrat reporter peg melnik as she finds a wine of the week.

Tasting Room: Cabernet

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:03:14 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Our panel tastes California cabernets while seeking a lone Bordeaux in the flight.

Wine of the Week: Sauvignon Blanc

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:14:35 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Blind wine tasting of Sauvignon Blanc including one entry from New Zealand.

Tasting Room: Hamburger Reds

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:42:54 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Tasting Room: Best Red Wines that go with Hamburgers

Tasting Room: Syrah

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:21:41 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Tasting Room pcking wine of the week for Syrah

Tasting Room: Merlot

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:00:16 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Wine of the Week pick for Merlot

Tasting Room: Viognier

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 17:53:41 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Wine of the Week Viognier Tasting

Tasting Room: Zinfandel

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 16:52:08 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Tasting Room: Zinfandel

Tasting Room: Wine of the Week

Wed, 28 May 2008 13:28:17 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Join Press Democrat reporter Peg Melnik for a blind Sonoma County chardonnay tasting at Wine Spectrum in Santa Rosa, CA.

Culinary Adventures at Relish

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 22:42:10 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Healdsburg's Relish Culilnary Adventures cooking school in Healdsburg, CA.

Chef Agustin Gayatan

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 22:26:41 -0700

Follow Chef Agustin Gayatan to market and class at Relish Culinary in Healdsburg.

Green Valley Earth Day 2008

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 17:37:51 -0700

Earth Day came early to Green Valley this year - Sunday, Apr. 20, at the Eat, Drink and Be Green fair held at Iron Horse Vineyard outside of Sebastopol.

You think you know Schmaltz?

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:19:46 -0700

It isn't what you think it is - true 'schmaltz' is a key ingredient in the Jewish kitchen.

Trisha's Lumpia House

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 14:07:40 -0700

BiteClub gets her Filipino on at Sonoma County's newest lumpiaria

Artisan Cheese Festival

Sat, 08 Mar 2008 19:52:23 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: BiteClub gets knee-deep in cheese

"Sustainable Hike" at Kunde Winery

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 07:15:46 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Bill Myers leads a group of hikers on a trek across the vineyards of Kunde Winery in Kenwood, Calif.

SOMA Mushroom Camp

Sat, 26 Jan 2008 11:24:29 -0800

"Go Green" with the Sonoma County Mycological Association, at the SOMA Mushroom Camp. Christian Kallen reveals their secrets...

Kate MacMurray / Showcase of food and wine

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 15:17:51 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Kate MacMurray talks about her family's history at the MacMurray ranch near Healdsburg and the Taste of Sonoma County scheduled for July 14, 2007.

Got Milk Winner

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:49:34 -0800

Local teens produce award winning video in competition sponsored by the California Milk Processor Board

Halloween Musical Fright 2009

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:30:38 -0700

Halloween Musical Fright 2009 put on by ACLIghts.com by Chad Dunbar and Austin Allen on Cabernet Court in Petaluma.

Jeffrey Kahane returns

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:18:44 -0700

Renowned pianist and conductor Jeffrey Kahane rehearses Rachmaninoff Concerto No. 3 with the Santa Rosa Symphony in preparation for a series of concerts this weekend.

Redwood Empire Model Shipwrights

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:18:03 -0700

Extreme model ships on display this weekend at Coddingtown Mall in Santa Rosa.

Breezy Bodega Bay

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:47:41 -0700

Cool breezy weather brings a sense of fall to Sonoma County, a turn from the searing weekend heat. And there's no rain in the 10-day forecast for the North Bay.

New Santa Rosa High School Sign

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:07:31 -0700

A new sign has been dedicated for Santa Rosa High School.

Cloverdale History Center Opens

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:37:55 -0700

Cloverdale opens it new history center.

Cloud Dance

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 15:09:49 -0700

Video Essay: Cumulus clouds build over north eastern Sonoma County on a windy day.

Snapshots: Down Syndrome Awareness

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:55:20 -0700

Down Syndrome clients, families and workers get interviewed about what it is like.

Snapshots: The Olive Press

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:57:06 -0700

Local olive growers, why and how they make olive oil.

SynchroSwim

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:27:19 -0700

SynchroSwim

Fort Ross

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:54:50 -0700

Sebastopol students learn about live in the early 19th century at Fort Ross State Historic Park.

228-thousand left turns

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 08:13:34 -0700

Shawn McCoy's 700th race at Petaluma Speedway.

Scooter Rosa Rally

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 19:54:38 -0700

Scooter Rosa Rally

WWII Bombers on display at the county airport

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 08:14:52 -0700

Collings Foundation WWII aircraft on display at the Sonoma County airport June 3-5, 2009.

Rare McLaren F-1 destoryed by fire

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 18:03:06 -0700

Rare car catches fire along Airport Blvd in Santa Rosa, CA. June 1, 2009.

Modini Ranch

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:22:42 -0700

The 1,725 acre Modini Ranch to be preseved by Audubon Canyon Ranch above Alexander Valley.

Snapshots: Armstrong Redwoods

Fri, 29 May 2009 09:38:50 -0700

A visit to the big stand of California Redwoods in nearby Guerneville. Produced by the Community Media Center of Santa Rosa.

Sheep Shearing Day

Tue, 19 May 2009 12:18:45 -0700

Sping sheep shearing at the Pozzi ranch in Valley Ford.

Draft Horses

Wed, 13 May 2009 15:42:40 -0700

robert digitale: Preview of Plowing Playday at Jack London State Park

Self-Storage Auctions

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 21:12:40 -0700

Dramatic increase in buyers for contents of forefeited self-storage units.

Cycling Paradise

Sun, 03 May 2009 08:25:31 -0700

Santa Rosa Cycling Club rides through west Sonoma County.

60-Sec Weekend: Butter & Egg Days soundtrack

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:52:40 -0700

Green String Farm Band gets down and dirty in a chicken coop before playing Saturday's parade.

Green Music Center tour

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:08:32 -0700

Santa Rosa Symphony subscribers geat a sneak peek of the Green Music Center.

New Animals at Safari West

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:38:36 -0700

Giraffes, monkeys, flamingos, antelope and gazelles add to the over 65 species and more than 700 animals at the Santa Rosa preserve.

The Green Music Center

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 14:25:09 -0700

The Green Music Center at Sonoma State University in Rohnert Park gets a test run from a trio of Santa Rosa Symphony musicians

George Greeott : Artist & Historian

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:58:08 -0700

George Greeott, 99, talks about his collection of historical items and wood carvings

Moonlight Hike

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:02:07 -0700

robert digitale: Moonlight Hike at Montini Ranch, Sonoma, CA

Gravenstein apples bloom

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:35:00 -0700

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Gravenstein apples around Sonoma County bloom

Hidden Gem The Estero Americano

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:05:56 -0700

The Estero Americano, hidden gem of west county.

Potato Planting

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 13:54:59 -0700

Interview with David Little as he plants potatoes for first time this spring at Toluma Farms, Tomales, Ca.

Photographer Lisa Kristine

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 14:58:46 -0700

Sonoma county travel photographer Lisa Kristine

Sheepdog Trials

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 22:42:21 -0700

John Burgess: The Sonoma Wine Country Sheep Dog Trials continue this weekend at the Oak Springs Ranch in Santa Rosa.

Petition to save street music in Santa Rosa

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 16:48:25 -0700

Musician Aaron Milligan-Green is collecting signatures to overturn a local noise ordinance.

And the yodeling contest winner is...?

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 12:52:37 -0700

Twangfest 2009, March 7, The Mystic Theatre, Petaluma

Chinese Acrobats

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 19:00:11 -0800

A troupe from Beijing performs for Santa Rosa Middle School students

Mardi Gras 2009

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 01:06:06 -0800

Rhythmtown-Jive leads the marching band through Railroad Square on Fat Tuesday

Pruning Championship

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 16:35:37 -0800

Jeff Kan Lee: Pruning Championship

Homeless Pianist

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:49:54 -0800

John Burgess: Concert pianist Yamila Taboas recently lost her home to foreclosure, but finds help at a local womens shelter.

Project 40

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 09:51:06 -0800

John Burgess: DIY amateur astronomers construct 40 inch telescope in a two-car garage.

Giraffe Birth at Safari West

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 19:18:04 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The birth of a rare Masai giraffe at the Safari West in Santa Rosa.

Birth of a baby giraffe

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 06:54:21 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Zarafa gives birth to a calf at Safari West in Santa Rosa

Birth of a giraffe

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 07:16:23 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: A reticulated giraffe at Safari West gives birth to a new calf

Electric cars at Point Reyes

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:40:33 -0800

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Point

Robot Doc

Wed, 16 May 2007 11:57:59 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: New remote robot allows specialists to consult with patients in rural hospitals.

Live New Year's Eve

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 06:06:27 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: The SoCo Club Crawl

2008 Pictures of the Year

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 14:37:51 -0800

pdnewsphoto from Santa Rosa: press democrat photographers pictures of the year

Saving tiger salamanders

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 11:12:36 -0800

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Sonoma County Water Agency biologist Dave Cook is proposing tunnels under Stony Point Road near Cotati to allow tiger salamanders to get to their breeding grounds without being hit on the road

Flooding in Maryland

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 14:54:22 -0800

Watermain break floods streets in MD

Winter salmon fish count

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 18:16:32 -0800

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Biologist count salmon on the Russian River.

Victoria's Secret Angels Descend Upon Miami

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:06:32 -0800

Usher, Diddy and Paris Hilton were amongst the stars who turned out to see the likes of Heidi Klum and Adriana Lima strut their stuff on the Victoria's Secret runway in Miami on Saturday. (Nov. 17)

SF Soapbox Races

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:41:57 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Team Santa Rosa runs the big pink doughnut

Petaluma Whiskerino contest

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 22:01:14 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Who wins the annual moustache smackdown?

Actor Daniel Benzali

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 11:37:19 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Veteran Actor Daniel Benzali stars in Death of a Salesman

La Frontera del Norte

Sat, 13 Sep 2008 05:53:27 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Museum exhibit in Santa Rosa

The art of eating a crawdad

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 01:08:54 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Sebastopol Cajun Zydeco Festival

Fans review KISS @ Konocti

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 01:08:41 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Was that really Gene Simmons?

Taking Flight: The Art of Burning Man

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 03:51:16 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Artists show off what they're taking to the desert this year

Zucchini Car Races

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 18:42:54 -0700

The Press Democrat from Santa Rosa: A Healdsburg Farmers Market tradition

Petaluma Wine Jazz and Blues Festival

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 22:42:15 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Aug. 9, 2008

The Elvis Contest

Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:20:38 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: A Sonoma County Fair tradition

Lamb Lessons

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:50:34 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Hanna Boys Center 4H prepares for the Sonoma County Fair in Santa Rosa, CA.

Glass harp at the Sonoma County Fair

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 21:47:46 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Glass harpist Brien Engel plays a musical instrument made out of wine glasses at the Sonoma County Fair

San Francisco in 100,000 toothpicks

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 17:55:26 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: After 35 years, a Rohnert Park man finished his sculpture of the city's landmarks. It debuted Tuesday at the Sonoma County Fair.

The Scream Contest

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 11:29:44 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: 2008 Sonoma County Fair

Dark Knight in Santa Rosa

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:57:09 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Locals give us their opinion on the Dark Knight

Piano playing at Jack London State Park

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 01:27:58 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Volunteer pianists play Charmian London's beloved Steinway on weekends at the park.

RotoFactory Movie Effects

Mon, 12 May 2008 18:14:09 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: RotoFactory is a Santa Rosa Ca company that produces special effects for movies and commercials.

Maker Faire Bay Area 2008

Sat, 03 May 2008 10:40:03 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The largest collection of geeks, freaks and do-it-yourselfers in the world.

Turkey Hunting

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:26:29 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Turkey hunting in Sonoma County.

Kite surfing at Dillon Beach CA

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 16:10:57 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Kite surfing on a windy day at Dillon Beach in Marin County, California

Mr. Healdsburg 2008

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 11:39:01 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Who will win the fifth annual men's pageant?

Unshearing

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 11:10:14 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Curtis Short demonstrates "unshearing," a way of natural pruning.

Electric Drag Bike Racing

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:41:22 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: new record @ Infineon Raceway

Caged Combat Fighting

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 03:58:57 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Annihilation

Valentine's Day Pillow Fight

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 14:11:41 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: A San Francisco tradition

Gabby La La

Sat, 09 Feb 2008 22:38:50 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: @ Aqus Cafe 2/09/08

Concert Master: Joe Edelberg

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:21:55 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Joe Edelberg plays Bach's Violin Concerto No. 2,, in E major with the Santa Rosa Symphony Orchestra.

Rick Reynolds at Cinnabar

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:10:40 -0800

Comedian Rick Reynolds is interviewed by Dave Pokorny about his upcoming show at Cinnabar Theater, "Only the Truth is Funny 2009."

SR Moms react to Palin nomination

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 09:30:10 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Does Gov. Sarah Palin's family situation have any bearing on her candidacy as vice president?

SF Mayor Gavin Newsom

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 10:46:47 -0700

San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom addresses the gay and lesbian caucus.

Valerie Brown

Mon, 19 May 2008 11:01:58 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Candidate for First District in Santa Rosa.

Efren Carrillo

Mon, 19 May 2008 11:39:17 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Candidate running for Fifth District in Santa Rosa

Maddy Hirshfield

Mon, 19 May 2008 11:15:30 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Candidate running for Fifth District in Santa Rosa.

Veronica Jacobi

Mon, 19 May 2008 11:00:07 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Candidate for the Third District in Santa Rosa.

Dan Kahane

Mon, 19 May 2008 11:41:28 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: candidate for the Fifth District in Santa Rosa

Tom Lynch

Mon, 19 May 2008 11:03:26 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Candidate for Fifth District in Santa Rosa

David Reber

Mon, 19 May 2008 11:40:30 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: candidate for First District in Santa Rosa

Tim Smith

Mon, 19 May 2008 11:04:50 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Candidate running for Third District in Santa Rosa.

Sharon Wright

Tue, 20 May 2008 20:35:09 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Candidate running for Third District in Santa Rosa

Shirlee Zane

Mon, 19 May 2008 11:06:30 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Candidate running for Third District in Santa Rosa

Rue Furch candidate for county supervisor, 5th district

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:39:43 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Rue Furch candidate for county supervisor, 5th district

Efren Carrillo candidate for county supervisor 5th district

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:02:15 -0700

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Efren Carrillo candidate for county supervisor 5th district

Raiders vs. Chiefs Wrap Up

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:42:53 -0800

Phil Barber's wrap up of the Raiders vs. Chiefs game

Matt Maiocco's Instant 49ers

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:11:06 -0800

Join Press Democrat 49er beat writer Matt Maiocco's as he recaps the 49er's 34-27 loss to the Tennesse Titans.

Raiders vs. Jets Wrap Up

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:44:56 -0700

Phil Barber's game analysis of the Raiders vs. Jets game.

Phil Barber's Raiders vs. Eagles Wrap-Up

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:05:18 -0700

Raiders beat writer Phil Barber gives his game analysis of the Raiders 13-9 win over the Eagles.

Matt Maiocco's Instant 49ers

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:50:32 -0700

Matt details the absolute collapse of the San Francisco 49ers vs Atlanta Falcons

Matt Maiocco's 49ers

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:32:11 -0700

Matt Maiocco recaps the 49ers 35-0 win over the St. Louis Rams.

Phil Barber's Raiders v. Broncos Wrap

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:00:52 -0700

Press Democrat Raiders beat writer Phil Barber give his wrap-up and game analysis of the Oakland Raiders vs. Denver Broncos game.

Matt Maiocco's 49ers

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:41:42 -0700

Press Democrat 49er beat writer Matt Maiocco gives his take on Sunday's 23-10 win over the Seahawks.

Chander Gozashti 9-year-old Gymnast

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 17:07:40 -0700

Nine-year-old gymnast Chandler Gozashti prepares for the Northern California regionals.

Cardinal Newman heads to State

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 19:50:08 -0800

From Executive Producer Chad Surmick and Photojpurnalist Crista Jeremiason: Cardinal Newman will be playing St. Bonaventure at the State CIF Championship held at the Home Depot Center in Carson.

Cardinal Newman and Rancho Cotate

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 10:45:28 -0700

Jeremiason from Santa Rosa: Cardinal Newman's Joe Ferguson and Jeff Badger as well as Rancho Cotate's Cody Allen talk about how they got into football and how they are preparing for this big game.

Nicole Goring athlete of the week

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 22:39:25 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Nicole Goring of Ursuline High School is this weeks female player of the week for the week of April 14th - 18th.

Jared Garcia athlete of the week

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 22:41:44 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Jared Garcia of Healdsburg High School is this weeks male athlete of the week of April 14-19.

Tour of California

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 11:14:03 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Tour of California Stage 1, arrival in Santa Rosa

Levi Leipheimer talks about the 2008 Tour of California

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 05:27:50 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Santa Rosa resident and 2007 Amgen winner Levi Leipheimer answers questions about the 2008 Tour of California, Tuesday November 13, 2007 in Sausalito.

Levi urges: Keep Tour in Santa Rosa

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 21:39:42 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Levi Leipheimer spoke at a rally held to keep the Amgen Tour stops in Santa Rosa.

Newman beats Rancho

Sat, 01 Dec 2007 10:02:37 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Cardinal Newman beat Rancho Cotate 26-7 at Santa Rosa High School.

Newman's season ends

Sun, 09 Dec 2007 01:00:23 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Cardinal Newman lost to San Ramon Valley 38-28 in the North Coast Section Class 3A football championship game at McAfee Coliseum, Saturday December 8, 2007.

SRJC Rugby

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 16:25:05 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: SRJC Rugby

Carrillo wrestling tournament

Sat, 26 Jan 2008 21:39:10 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Tenth Annual Maria Carrillo Invitational Wrestling Tournament in Santa Rosa, Saturday, January 26, 2008.

Newman forces fumble

Sat, 08 Dec 2007 16:54:26 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Cardinal Newman forces a fumble and recovers the ball late in the first quarter. Newman went on to score a touchdown.

Cardinal Newman prepares

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:00:18 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Cardinal Newman football team prepares for the NCS 3A title game against San Ramon Valley this weekend in Oakland.

Newman Rancho playoffs

Wed, 28 Nov 2007 10:19:24 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Cardinal Newman takes on Rancho Cotate at Santa Rosa High School, 7p.m. Friday November 30, 2007.

Ultra Man

Fri, 04 Jan 2008 14:15:57 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Ultra long distance runner Bill Bradley trains for the 100-mile race along Alaska's Iditarod course in the middle of winter.

Cardinal Newman Football

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 21:36:51 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Cardinal Newman football coach Paul Cronin talks about 5 key seniors playing on the squad this year.

Rancho TD

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 20:04:38 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Rancho scores against Cardinal Newman

Teen Face: Corinne Rich

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 17:11:24 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Corinne Rich Teen Face

Petaluma High School volleyball

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 09:19:24 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Petaluma High School Volleyball practice in preparation for their big game against Analy.

SRHS women's varsity soccer

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 07:38:28 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: SRHS women's soccer coach Nicole Miller discusses her team's upcoming 2007 season.

Casa Grande Football

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 14:16:13 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Before the first preseason game Coach Rick O'Brien talks about his team.

60-Sec Weekend: Inside Outside Lands

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 22:47:10 -0700

Before more than 70 bands invade Golden Gate Park this weekend, here's the video cheat sheet...

60-Sec Weekend: Indy Grand Prix Sonoma

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:31:29 -0700

Wanna see what it looks like when you race around the track in an Indy car at well over 100 mph?

Flash mob: Woodstock in SF

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 23:18:36 -0700

Dozens of dancers surprise tourists and shoppers with "Pinball Wizard" in Union Square

60-Sec Weekend: Wings Over Wine Country

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 22:14:19 -0700

We take a ride full of rolls and loops in the ethanol-powered Fagen MX-2

60-Sec Weekend: Renegade Art Revival

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 19:49:05 -0700

Artists and street musicians take over downtown Santa Rosa on Saturday

Sonoma County Blues Festival

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 12:43:58 -0700

Zora Young sings about "making my hair stand up on my head" Saturday @ SoCo Fairgrounds

60-Sec Weekend: Sonoma County Fair

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 13:05:07 -0700

Strap on the Headband Cam and ride the latest rollercoaster...

60-Sec Weekend: Huge Large debuts "Vinnie's Beer"

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:11:14 -0700

Santa Rosa garage rockers coin a new song for Russian River brewmaster Vinnie Cilurzo.

60-Sec Weekend: Live @ Juilliard

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:27:21 -0700

The free summer series continues with an indie rock paean to the Santa Rosa park

60-Sec Weekend: Bastille Day

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:24:37 -0700

Bring on the petanque and stationary bike races in honor of Tour de France...

60-Sec Weekend: Monte Rio 4th of July

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:32:00 -0700

The art of projecting images on a curtain of water streaming from the Monte Rio bridge.

World's Ugliest Dog Contest

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 16:08:25 -0700

A massive underbite breaks the crested hairless streak at the 2009 competition in Petaluma.

60-Sec Weekend: Sonoma-Marin Fair

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 03:08:38 -0700

From Night Ranger to Bret Michaels, it's a Power Ballad Weekend

60-Sec Weekend: NASCAR

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 21:33:21 -0700

We take a trip through 50 Acres Campground to find out where the party is....

Harmony Fest Highlights

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 13:38:55 -0700

India.Arie, Michael Franti, Cake, K'naan, Matisyahu, Steve Kimock, Bad Brains....

Harmony Fest: K'naan "Wavin' Flag"

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:56:47 -0700

We caught up with the Somalian singer on the Gibson Guitars promo bus

60-Sec Weekend: Harmony Festival

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 22:34:32 -0700

Are the skate rockers gonna take over the annual hippie fest?

60-Sec Weekend: Superbike Showdown

Thu, 14 May 2009 12:04:32 -0700

Hell on wheels: We mounted cameras all over a bike @ Infineon Raceway

60-Sec Weekend: Poor Man's Whiskey

Thu, 07 May 2009 22:28:34 -0700

"Dark Side of the Moonshine" CD release party @ The Mystic, plus Tech N9ne & Great Chili Cook Off

60-Sec Weekend: Don't Call It a Gypsy Fest

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 21:51:21 -0700

13th annual Herdeljezi Festival celebrates Romani culture in Sebastopol this weekend. Also: Bassnectar and SR First Friday

60-Sec Weekend: Devendra Who?

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 01:26:45 -0700

Devendra Banhart, the pied piper of "freak folk," rolls through the Mystic Theatre Friday night.

60-Sec Weekend: Who's the Real Bruce Willis?

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 21:47:48 -0700

Gearing up for Saturday's Sonoma Film Fest Tribute

60-Sec Weekend: Battle of the Brews

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 21:17:57 -0700

The art of drinking beer AND giving back to the community

60-Sec Weekend: Midori & March Madness

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:11:30 -0700

16-year-old singer Midori makes her Phoenix Theater debut Friday night

60-Sec Weekend: St. Patty's Day

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 21:22:48 -0700

The party starts this weekend, but really the best shows have nothing to do with being Irish.

60-Sec Weekend: Dan Hicks School of Yodeling

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 22:23:30 -0800

Getting ready for the Twang Fest Yodeling Competition

60-Sec Weekend: Phoenix Guitar Gala

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 09:59:14 -0800

Who will be the highest bidder for the Yoda guitar?

60-Sec Weekend: Oscar Fever

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:17:04 -0800

Everybody's working on their acceptance speeches

60-Sec Weekend: Cabaret d'Amour

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:27:42 -0800

Mademoiselle Kiki @ Hopmonk on Valentine's Day

60-Sec Weekend: SR Blues Fest

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 20:45:34 -0800

Ron Thompson tears up the slide guitar blues during a tough economy

60-Sec Weekend: Superbowl XLIII

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:58:30 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: Who's playing again?

60-Sec Weekend: Fiddle Fest

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:12:18 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: Cloverdale Old Time Fiddle Festival

60-Sec Weekend: Tsunami Bomb

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 22:19:43 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: Petaluma pop-punk band reunites for one show

60-Sec Weekend: Inaugural Art

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:25:32 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: Interactive exhibit changes with political tide

60-Sec Weekend: Best of 2008

Thu, 25 Dec 2008 23:40:29 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: The highlights and outtakes

60-Sec Weekend: Best Xmas Gifts

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 19:11:08 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: plus tips for rocking the holiday sweater party

60-Sec Weekend: Elf Yourself

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:15:28 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: "Santaland Diaries" opens this weekend

60-Sec Weekend: Turkey Bowling

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 13:41:48 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: A SoCo Thanksgiving tradition...

60-Sec Weekend: Twilight

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:07:07 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: Fans review the teen vampire flick

60-Sec Weekend: Collie Buddz

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:01:57 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: You can only score tickets at local gardening shop....

60-Sec Weekend: Mel Graves

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 00:00:45 -0800

john beck from santa rosa: A tribute to the SSU jazz legend

60-Sec Weekend: Last-minute Halloween Tips

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:26:43 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Need costume ideas? We got you covered

60-Sec Weekend: Haunted House

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 23:06:36 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Fright night at the Hopper House of Horror in Santa Rosa

60-Sec Weekend: Rockabilly Roundup

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:12:37 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Six bands, hot rods and tattoo contest Saturday in Calistoga

60-Sec Weekend: Handcar Regatta

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:43:15 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Steam punk rules at Railroad Square this weekend

60-Sec Weekend: SoCo Book Fest

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:55:49 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Does anyone read anymore?

60-Sec Weekend: Guitar Hero

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:09:00 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Sonoma axe-slinger competes in Guitar Superstar contest

60-Sec Weekend: Rockin' the Yo-Yo

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:10:07 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: State championships this weekend

60-Sec Weekend: KISS Alive 35

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:50:30 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: A few makeup tips before KISS hits Konocti Sunday

60-Sec Weekend: GZA v. 50-Cent

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 15:49:53 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: Settling the rap feud before GZA hits the Phoenix Theater Saturday night

60-Second Weekend: The Clone Wars

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:22:25 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Do we really need another Star Wars movie?

60-Sec Weekend: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:37:09 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: @Petaluma Wine, Jazz and Blues Fest Aug. 9

60-Sec Weekend: Lyle Lovett

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 23:12:06 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Take a scooter ride with the Texas Crooner

60-Sec Wknd: SoCo Fair Rides

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 11:56:52 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The view from way up high on the Midway rides.

60-Sec Wknd: Drive-In Movies

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:27:04 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Cinema Alfresco

60-Sec Wknd: Gabby La La

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:07:25 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Gabby La La @ Last Day Saloon

60-Sec Wknd: Rickshaw Ride

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:17:54 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Smoky sky = alternative modes of transportation = your entertainment weekend

60-Sec Wknd: Mexican Wrestling

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:15:43 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Lucha libre @ Sonoma-Marin Fair Friday night

60-Sec Wknd: Teddy Geiger

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:33:58 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Teddy Geiger @ The Mystic

60-Sec Wknd: Rock-Paper-Scissors

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:28:00 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Roshambo's annual tourney

60-Second Weekend: Karaoke

Thu, 29 May 2008 11:24:54 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Karaoke Superstar

60-Second Weekend - Kool and the Gang

Fri, 23 May 2008 18:59:00 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Sonoma Jazz+

60-Second Weekend 5/15/08

Mon, 19 May 2008 15:13:20 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: American Graffiti Tribute

60-Second Weekend 5/8/08

Wed, 07 May 2008 22:56:43 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Human Race

60-Second Weekend 5/1/08

Thu, 01 May 2008 08:35:32 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Scooter Rosa 2.0

60-Second Weekend 4/25/08

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 22:53:01 -0700

john beck from santa rosa: The Cow Chip Toss Off

60-Second Weekend 4/17/08

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 14:03:16 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Phone Book Duel

60-Second Weekend 4/10/08

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 21:45:09 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Sonoma Valley Film Festival

60-Second Weekend 4/3/08

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:36:05 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Puzzle Hunt Santa Rosa

60-Second Weekend 3/27/08

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 22:50:21 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Art of True Rockage

60-Second Weekend 3/20/08

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 22:45:00 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Air Guitar Hero - Blue Oyster Cult

60-Second Weekend 3/13/08

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 01:51:28 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: St. Patty's Day

60-Second Weekend 3/6/08

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:21:22 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Bollywood

60-Second Weekend 2/28/08

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:51:41 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Snake Lady

60-Second Weekend 2/21/08

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:14:28 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Everywhere: Signs

60-Second Weekend 2/14/08

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 00:18:18 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Valentine's Jungle Sex Safari

60-Second Weekend 2/7/08

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 23:50:47 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Nunsense A-men

60-Second Weekend 1/31/08

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:30:55 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Punk Slam Wrestling

60-Second Weekend 1/24/08

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:40:46 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Phenomenauts

60-Second Weekend 1/17/08

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 23:37:37 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Big Lebowski

60-Second Movie 1-10-08

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 11:02:45 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Bucket List

60-Second Weekend 1/3/08

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 22:17:46 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Resolution

60-Second Weekend 12/27/07

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 01:10:40 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Hangover Remedy

60-Second Weekend 12/20/07

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 22:36:16 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Boombox Orchestra

60-Second Weekend 12/13/07

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 22:35:16 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Can you out-Scrooge the Scrooge?

60-Second Weekend 12/06/07

Wed, 05 Dec 2007 22:58:05 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: How to start a Salvation Army band for the holidays

60 Second Weekend Nov. 29 2007

Wed, 28 Nov 2007 22:45:07 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Suicidal Tendencies v. Y&T

60-Second Movie 11/20/07

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 23:33:24 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: turkey bowling

60-Second Weekend 11/15/07

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 00:36:22 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: The Feud, Del the Funky Homosapien, Steve Pile and the Pile Drivers

60-Second Weekend 11/8/07

Thu, 08 Nov 2007 10:27:14 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Warped 11, Johnny Otis, David Allen Coe

Art or Eyesore?

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 14:19:56 -0700

Airstream Ranch's Creator Says He Sees Beauty in Old RVs

'10,000 B.C.' Hunts Up $35.7 Million

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 21:46:32 -0700

Movie-goers went hunting for their inner caveman as they sat in the dark for the prehistoric adventure "10,000 B.C.," which led the weekend box office with $35.7 million, according to studio estimates Sunday. (March 10)

Facebook App Lets Users Send Movie Clips

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 21:40:48 -0700

Paramount Pictures has teamed with with Los Angeles-based developer FanRocket to launch the VooZoo application Monday on Facebook. (March 10)

Astronauts Will Assemble Robot in Space

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 21:40:32 -0700

Astronauts bound for orbit this week will dabble in science fiction, assembling a "monstrous" two-armed space station robot that will rise like Frankenstein from its transport bed. (March 10)

Magazine 'sorry' for Blowing Prince's Cover

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 21:15:53 -0700

An Australian magazine apologized Monday to readers and troops serving abroad for publishing a story revealing that Prince Harry was fighting with British troops in Afghanistan. (March 10)

Troubling Portrait of Alleged Ft. Hood Shooter

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:42:01 -0800

His name appears on radical Internet postings. A fellow officer says he fought his deployment to Iraq and argued with soldiers who supported U.S. wars. He required counseling as a medical student because of problems with patients. (Nov. 6)

14 Americans Killed in Afghan Helicopter Crashes

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:33:08 -0700

Helicopter crashes killed 14 Americans in insurgent-wracked Afghanistan on Monday, the U.S. military said. It was one of the deadliest days of the war for U.S. troops. (Oct. 26)

Car Bombs Kill Dozens in Baghdad

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 19:16:40 -0700

Two powerful car bombs exploded in downtown Baghdad Sunday, killing at least 38 people in an apparent attempt to target the fragile city's government offices, Iraqi authorities said. (Oct. 25)

Sheriff: Wayward Balloon a 'hoax'

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 19:41:35 -0700

A sheriff says a Colorado couple's report that their 6-year-old son was in a balloon that was hurtling away from their home was a publicity stunt. Sheriff Jim Alderden says Richard and Mayumi Heene "put on a very good show for us." (Oct. 18)

Recording: Controller Bantered As Crash Loomed

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:40:39 -0700

A control tower recording captured a U.S. air traffic controller bantering about a dead cat with a giggling female friend as a small plane flew toward a collision with a helicopter. (Oct. 8)

Cloverdale History Center

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 21:26:45 -0700

Cloverdale History Center

Found: Firm Place to Stand Outside Solar System

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 20:40:46 -0700

Astronomers have finally found a place outside our solar system where there's a firm place to stand, if only it weren't so broiling hot. (Sept. 16)

Raw Video: Paraglider Crashes Into Crowd

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:12:05 -0700

A motor-powered paraglider dropping prizes at a festival in Utah crashed into a crowd and injured six people, half of them children. (Sept. 8)

Obama Challenges Nation's Students to Work Hard

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:55:17 -0700

In a pep talk that kept clear of politics, President Barack Obama on Tuesday challenged the nation's students to take pride and ownership in their education. (Sept. 8)

Wildfires Rip Through Southern California

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 19:24:30 -0700

A growing wildfire sending massive billows of smoke into the sky north of Los Angeles nearly tripled in size Saturday, knocking out power to many more and spurring evacuations in a number of mountain communities. (Aug. 30)

Ted Kennedy Dies After Battle With Brain Cancer

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:02:38 -0700

U.S. Sen. Edward M. Kennedy has dies after a yearlong battle with a brain tumor. (Aug. 26)

Georgia Couple Killed by Wild Dogs

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:22:08 -0700

Authorities say former college professor and his wife were apparently attacked and killed by nearly a dozen dogs along a rural road where their bodies were found mutilated. (Aug. 18)

Raw Video: Baby Tossing in India.

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:00:48 -0700

Hundreds of infants were dropped from the roof of a mosque in western India in the belief that the fall - which ends when the babies are caught in a bed sheet would ensure good health and prosperity for their families. (July 31)

Raw Video: Demolition in Turkey Goes Wrong

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 19:56:03 -0700

A building demolition in Turkey went seriously wrong on Saturday when, instead of collapsing, it rolled over onto its roof. However, there were no reported injuries. (August 1) SLUG:

Remains of Pilot Missing 18 Years in Iraq Found

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 19:37:48 -0700

The remains of the first American lost in the Persian Gulf War have been found in Iraq, the military said Sunday, after struggling for nearly two decades with the question of whether he was dead or alive. (Aug. 2)

Raw Video: Hydroplane Flips Over, Driver Is Safe

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 22:15:17 -0700

The lucky driver of a hydroplane in Sunday's Lamb Weston Columbia Cup race, in Washington State, walked away uninjured after his boat flipped backwards and landed upside down during the first preliminary heat of the event. (July 27)

Well-preserved Mosaic Revealed in Turkey

Sat, 25 Jul 2009 19:40:53 -0700

Workers doing restoration work to a former Byzantine cathedral in Istanbul uncover a remarkably well-preserved mosaic. The angelic image was likely covered in the 1400s. (July 25)

Ultra Thin LED TV Hit Store Shelves

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 22:37:42 -0700

When it comes to high-end TVs, thin is in. Samsung is the latest electronics manufacturer to boast about the benefits of LED technology, - the latest must have item for electronics aficionados. (July 27)

Lion Gives Owner a Bear Hug

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 20:30:37 -0700

Eight years ago an African lion was rescued from a life of abuse and malnutrition in a travelling circus and as he celebrates his 10th birthday it's clear he's still thankful to his rescuer. (July 22)

Contador and Armstrong Still 1-2 in Tour

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 21:38:48 -0700

Alberto Contador and Lance Armstrong remain first and second after another tough mountain stage as the Tour de France moves closer to the finish line in Paris. (July 21)

Raw Video: Schwarzenegger, Knife Star on Twitter

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 10:23:03 -0700

Ever the entertainer, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has posted a Twitter video related to the state's budget crisis in which he picks up an oversized knife and jokes about autographing state vehicles that will be auctioned to raise cash. (July 23)

Portrait Emerges of Captured U.S. Soldier

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:26:38 -0700

Hometown residents of captured U.S. soldier Bowe Bergdahl describe him as a mild-mannered young man searching for a purpose in life and eventually setting his sights on the military. (July 21)

Dog Drags Newborn From Family Home

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:09:01 -0700

A father was frantically calling 911 to report his missing newborn when he spotted the baby, clutched in the mouth of the family dog who had carried him from his crib to the backyard. (July 21)

Philips Lets Flat Lights Out of Lab

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 22:25:34 -0700

Someday, our ceilings and walls might radiate light, illuminating indoor spaces as brightly and evenly as natural daylight. (July 22)

Small Cars Get Good Marks in Crash Tests

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 19:41:09 -0700

Small in stature, a group of 2009 two-door cars are providing good safety value to car shoppers, according to crash tests released Tuesday. (July 21)

Skating Babies Sweep the Internet

Sat, 11 Jul 2009 19:31:31 -0700

What do rollerskating babies and Evian water have in common? Nothing really. But the viral video has become an Internet phenomenon. (July 11)

Lance Armstrong Hints at Future Tours

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 19:56:13 -0700

Lance Armstrong, who continues to hold-down third place in the Tour de France after Sunday's ninth-stage, says he may return next year. (July 12)

Chinese Miners Survive 25 Days Underground

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 20:10:50 -0700

Three Chinese coal miners rescued after surviving 25 days trapped underground by drinking dirty water and chewing coal. (July 13)

Raw Video: Running of Bulls in Spain

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 01:07:51 -0700

It's the start of the running of the bulls in Pamplona, Spain. No one was gored but four people were hospitalized with bumps, bruises or scrapes. (July 7)

Video Essay: Jackson Fans Leave Messages

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 22:22:44 -0700

Fans of the late singer Michael Jackson write messages on a larger condolence sign and look for memorial service tickets outside of The Staples Center in Los Angeles in this video essay by photojournalist Charlie Riedel. (July 7)

Winners Get Word on MJ Memorial Tickets

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:45:44 -0700

Like a modern-day Willy Wonka tale, fans celebrated Sunday after beating the odds to win coveted tickets to Michael Jackson's memorial service at Staples Center. (July 6)

Officials: Escaped Pet Python Strangled Child

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:11:44 -0700

A 12-foot pet Burmese python broke out of is enclosure and strangled a 2-year-old girl in her bedroom Wednesday at a central Florida home, authorities said. (July 1)

The King of Pop Mourned the World Over

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:10:45 -0700

Fans from every corner of the world joined in expressing their sorrow over the passing of legendary pop musician Michael Jackson. (June 26)

Raw Video: Baby Sea Lion Rescued

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 21:31:05 -0700

A sea lion was picked up by police after it wandered onto a highway Monday morning in Oakland, California. (June 22)

Heavy Turbulence Hurts 7 on Aussie Jetliner

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 19:30:53 -0700

A Qantas plane hit turbulence and suddenly lost altitude over Malaysia, throwing terrified passengers around the cabin and leaving seven people injured, the airline said Monday. (June 22)

Steven Colbert riffs on The Bohemian Grove

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:23:41 -0700

The Bohemian Grove, the annual encampment of elite men that begins soon along the Russian River, came into national focus thanks to a mention last night by comedian Stephen Colbert.

British Dogs Set Barking World Record

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 21:37:23 -0700

A group of dogs and their owners set new world records for the loudest group bark and the loudest single bark in London on Monday. (June 16)

Search for Missing American Climber in China

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 20:46:13 -0700

Rescuers struggling through high winds and blizzards recovered the body of a second American climber Monday after an avalanche buried a team of three U.S. mountaineers in southwestern China last week, an official said. (June 8)

Rescue at sea

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:14:57 -0700

Retired Santa Rosa doctor rescued off the coast of Australia in 30-foot seas.

Missing Air France Jet Hit Storms Over Atlantic

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:31:08 -0700

A missing Air France jet carrying 228 people from Rio de Janeiro to Paris ran into lightning and strong thunderstorms over the Atlantic Ocean, officials said Monday. Brazil began a search mission off its northeastern coast. (June 1)

Britain's Got Talent Singer Hospitalized

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 20:01:06 -0700

British TV producers say singer Susan Boyle is being treated for exhaustion at a mental health clinic in London, after taking second place in a TV talent competition that turned the humble church volunteer into a global star. (June 1)

Southern California Cleaning Up After Quake

Mon, 18 May 2009 19:31:10 -0700

Seismologists are warning Los Angeles-area residents to expect more aftershocks after a moderate earthquake shattered glass, rattled nerves and sent at least one person to the hospital. (May 18)

Moderate 4.7 Quake Rumbles Southern California

Mon, 18 May 2009 19:46:34 -0700

A moderate earthquake jolted the Los Angeles region late Sunday, shattering glass, setting off alarms and fraying nerves. There were no reports of any major injuries or damage. (May 18)

Pentagon Official: US Soldier Kills Troops

Mon, 11 May 2009 10:53:28 -0700

Pentagon officials say five U.S. soldiers are dead after an American soldier opened fire at a U.S. base in Baghdad. (May 11)

First Moon Images No Longer Lost in Space

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 21:16:00 -0700

Mankind's first up-close photos of the lunar landscape have been rescued from four decades of dusty storage. As AP's Haven Daley reports, they've been restored to such a high quality that they rival anything taken by modern cameras. (April 20)

Will Modern-Day California Gold Rush Pan Out?

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 19:30:49 -0700

The recession and high gold prices are bringing on a new California Gold Rush. As AP's Haven Daley reports, the 1849 Gold Rush only removed an estimated 10 percent of the precious metal, so there's still plenty of gold "in them thar hills." (Ap

Doctor: Tree Found Growing in Man's Lung

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:55:37 -0700

A fir tree was reportedly found growing inside a man's lung during surgery for suspected cancer in Southwest Russia. Warning: graphic video. (April 15)

Remains of Missing Calif. Girl Found

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 10:21:53 -0700

Police have found the remains of a missing Northern California girl in a suitcase a few miles from where she was last seen. (April 7)

Earthquake Rocks Italy, Several People Killed

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:16:24 -0700

A strong earthquake struck central Italy early Monday, killing at least six people, causing buildings to collapse and sending thousands of panicked residents into the streets. (April 6)

Hit the Brakes: Man's Finger Stuck in Gas Tank

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 19:37:06 -0700

A man in Michigan gets a finger stuck inside his vehicle's gas tank. It took about five hours for firefighters to free him, a rescue that included taking part of the tank. (March 28)

Raw Video: W.Va. Building Imploded

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 20:00:44 -0700

A former Union Carbide building in Charleston, West Virginia is imploded to make way for new construction at the University of Charleston. (March 28)

Raw Video: Pakistan Military Retakes Academy

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 20:06:47 -0700

A group of gunmen attacked a police academy on Monday, throwing grenades, seizing hostages and killing at least eight police and three civilians before being overpowered by Pakistani security forces in armored vehicles and helicopters. (March 30

Pilot 'Screamed in Horror' When Jet Hit Home

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 20:16:06 -0700

Documents show a military pilot who ejected from a crippled plane over a San Diego neighborhood 'screamed in horror' when he saw the jet had crashed into a home. (March 25)

NTSB: Plane Gave Controllers No Sign of Trouble

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 20:21:36 -0700

The plane that crashed in Montana, killing all 14 aboard, gave no indication to air traffic controllers that the aircraft was experiencing difficulty when the pilot asked to divert to the airport here, a federal safety official said Monday. (Mar

Video Essay: Final Edition of Post-Intelligencer

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 21:10:20 -0700

The Seattle Post-Intelligencer published its final print edition Tuesday. AP Photographer Ted S. Warren rode the early morning ferry to talk to commuters about how they felt about the newspaper closing. (March 18)

Eyeborg: Eye Socket Camera Coming to Humans

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 21:30:24 -0700

Rob Spence damaged his eye in a shooting accident as a child. Three years ago he had it removed. Next month, the documentary filmmaker who goes by the name Eyeborg will have an eye socket camera installed. (March 11)

Shoe-throwing Journalist Gets 3 Years in Prison

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 19:40:43 -0700

The attorney for an Iraqi journalist who threw shoes at then-President George W. Bush says his client has been sentenced to three years in prison for assaulting a foreign leader. (March 12)

Ice Floes Crash Into Homes

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 20:08:07 -0700

Strong winds pushed massive amount of ice into a number of homes in Michigan this weekend prompting an unusual clean-up call. (March 10)

Trial of Iraqi Shoe Thrower Put Off

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 19:16:33 -0800

A judge in Iraq postpones the trial of an Iraqi journalist accused of throwing his shoes at then-President George W. Bush. The journalist remains defiant, refusing to apologize for the action. (Feb. 19)

Monster Truck Accident Kills Promoter

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 19:22:47 -0800

A promoter for the Motor Sports Monster Truck & Thrill Show has died from injuries after an accident in Wisconsin, just over a week after a 6-year-old boy was killed in a monster truck event in Tacoma, Wash. (Jan. 26)

Calif. Mom Delivers Rare Octuplets

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 19:16:09 -0800

A woman gave birth Monday to eight babies, only the second time in history octuplets have survived more than a few hours, doctors said. (Jan. 27)

Caught on Tape: US Airways Plane Lands in Hudson

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:37:53 -0800

Security camera footage has captured the initial moments after a US Airways plane splash-landed on the Hudson River. (Jan. 22)

Obama's Inaugural Speech: Part I

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 11:14:30 -0800

Barack Obama has become the nation's 44th president. Watch the first part of President Obama's inaugural address. (Jan. 20)

Obama's Inaugural Speech: Part II

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 11:15:01 -0800

Barack Obama has become the nation's 44th president. Watch the second part of President Obama's inaugural address. (Jan. 20)

Flying Car Unveiled in London

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:38:28 -0800

A team of British adventurers will on Wednesday set off on an extraordinary journey from London to Timbuktu in the world's first road legal bio-fuelled flying car. (Jan. 14)

Boy Disappeared in 1999, Just Now Reported Gone

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:26:09 -0800

Authorities in Kansas are scrambling for clues on the whereabouts of a boy who vanished in 1999, but was only recently reported missing. (Jan. 7)

'Monsters' Tackles 3-D Super Bowl Promo

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 21:07:24 -0800

Talk about a monster of a promotion. Some 150 million 3-D glasses will be given away for Super Bowl viewers to watch a three-minute 3-D sneak preview of the big-screen animated feature 'Monsters vs. Aliens.' (Jan. 5)

Explosion Levels New York Home

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 19:16:30 -0800

An explosion has destroyed a Long Island house, and the family inside has escaped unscathed. (Dec. 29)

2008 in Review: U.S. Images, Headlines

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 20:10:45 -0800

The Associated Press takes a look back at the major domestic stories of 2008. (Dec. 22)

Body-swap Illusion Tricks Minds in New Study

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:31:31 -0800

Neuroscientists in Sweden are exploring how people can be tricked into the false perception of owning another body. (Dec. 3)

Raw Video: Wildire in So. Cal Destroys Homes

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:21:52 -0800

A brush fire in Southern California quickly spread on Thursday, destroying about a dozen of homes, some worth millions. The fires were in the small enclave Monticello, just outside of Santa Barbara. (Nov. 14)

AP Top Stories

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:17:28 -0800

Here's the latest news for Friday Nov. 14: Wildfire rages in Southern Calif.; Explosion in Pueblo, Colo. Kills one; Group of 20 economic meeting starts today in Washington; Sen. Hillary Clinton being considered to be next Sec. Of State.

$163 Million in Art Nabbed From Museum

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 20:42:10 -0800

Armed robbers walked out with more than $163 million in paintings from a Zurich, Switzerland museum. The works include a Cezanne and a van Gogh. Authorities say it's one of the largest art heists ever in Europe. (Feb. 11)

'Blindness' Opens Eyes at Cannes

Wed, 14 May 2008 20:53:04 -0700

Julianne Moore, her co-stars and the director of 'Blindness,' talk about the film that opens the Cannes Film Festival. (May 14)

'Cupid' Cab Driver Plays Matchmaker With Riders

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:36:09 -0800

A 53-year-old cab driver has spent the past few years playing matchmaker to lonely heart New Yorkers, setting up more than 70 dates, including 19 that lasted more than a year. (Feb. 14)

'DC Madam' Found Guilty

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:37:39 -0700

A federal jury convicted Deborah Jeane Palfrey on Tuesday of running a high-end prostitution ring whose clients included members of Washington's political elite. (April 15)

stampede at Union Station

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:27:56 -0800

Chad Surmick from Newsroom: Reader submited video of crowds at Union Statioin

ReStore Your Home

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 11:45:15 -0700

Habitat for Humanity runs the ReStore program, where you can recycle your new or used home-building materials and pick up some great deals while you're there. Visit the Santa Rosa location.

Bay Area Bald Eagle Sighting

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 21:32:18 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Lake Herman, Benicia 4/7/08

Home & Garden Show, 2008

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 13:18:19 -0700

How green is your garden? Visit Santa Rosa's Home & Garden show and find out.

Steelhead Festival

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 09:47:20 -0800

Visit the first Healdsburg Steelhead Festival with Christian Kallen of the PD's GreenTV.

Soundcheck: Steve Pile

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 12:57:03 -0800

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Returns to Africa with solar panels and a thirst for the kora

Green Resolutions '08

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800

What are your green resolutions for 2008? Shoppers weigh in with their aspirations and best wishes for the new year.

Shopping Green: Healdsburg

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 12:20:24 -0800

C.Kallen from Healdsburg, CA: Christmas is coming up, but you don't have to head for the big box stores for gifts. Instead, shop local and shop green - recycled, sustainable, socially conscious.

Biodiesel: From Cafes to Schoolbuses

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 15:40:05 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Oakland start-up, Blue Sky Biofuels, is on a mission to raid every restaurant grease trap for biodiesel

SolFest 2007

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 07:55:06 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: A tour of the 12th annual Solar Living Institute showcase...

On the Road to Burning Man 2007

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 13:51:21 -0700

Press Democrat Newsroom from Santa Rosa, CA: Joe Bard and Danya Parkinson of Graton's Pyrokinetics light a flame under "Crude Awakening"

Green Drinks

Fri, 04 May 2007 15:56:28 -0700

Tasha Wright of greendrinks.org

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Mon, 16 Jun 2008 12:15:59 -0700

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Teen face: Sarah Barmazel

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:54:50 -0700

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