Santa Rosa’s Downtown Barbecue reopens under new leadership after brief closure
Downtown Barbecue, the Santa Rosa restaurant that announced it would close after Halloween, is open again — this time under new leadership. The Third Street...
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Jed Steele, early winemaker at Kendall-Jackson winery, dies at 80
Jed Steele, an early winemaker at Kendall-Jackson winery in Santa Rosa and a Lake County vintner, died Oct. 31 of bladder cancer. He was 80...
John Trubee, Sonoma County’s quirkiest guitarist, keeps creating
Stories about John Trubee, a Santa Rosa guitarist and composer, almost always begin in the same place: a crude little song called “Blind Man’s Penis.”...
Nearly 22 million Americans forecast to cruise in 2026, AAA says
A record number of Americans are predicted to get on board in 2026 for a cruise vacation, according to a report from AAA, with Florida’s...
Salman Rushdie’s new book is his first fiction since a brutal attack. He tells us why
By HILLEL ITALIE, AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Salman Rushdie’s new book, his 23rd, is also a resetting of his career. “The Eleventh...
Sip into fall with these 3 flavor-packed cocktail recipes
By Nicole Hvidsten, The Minnesota Star Tribune This time of year, it’s hard not to succumb to the cozy flavors of fall. Pumpkin spice infuses...
Fort Bragg’s Larry Spring Museum supporters hoping to preserve his legacy
Unless you’ve been there, it’s almost impossible to describe the Larry Spring Museum of Common Sense. Certainly, one of your first impressions is that one...
Michael Jordan’s race team just scored a major win against NASCAR
By JENNA FRYER CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday issued a key victory for two race teams, one owned by Michael Jordan,...
Movie Review: Russell Crowe and Rami Malek face off in the Nazi trial drama ‘Nuremberg’
By LINDSEY BAHR, AP Film Writer The Nuremberg trials have inspired filmmakers before, from Stanley Kramer’s 1961 drama to the 2000 television miniseries with Alec...
Movie Review: Elle Fanning’s disjointed android steals the show in ‘Predator: Badlands’
By MARK KENNEDY Elle Fanning delivers one of the most disjointed performances of the year in “Predator: Badlands.” It’s not her fault — she’s a...
In Sebastopol, a beloved taqueria becomes a portal to Persia
An ornate silver samovar and delicate teacups sit on the counter at Viva Mēxicana, owner Sima Mohamadian’s cozy Sebastopol restaurant — a gleaming emblem of...
Kristen Stewart urges solidarity and honesty in emotional keynote at Academy Women’s Luncheon
By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. LOS ANGELES (AP) — In a rooftop space filled with Hollywood’s most influential figures, actor Kristen Stewart delivered an unflinching speech...
Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz returning for fourth ‘Mummy’ movie
Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are returning to the scene of the scare as they gear up for a fourth “Mummy” film. The upcoming installment...
Tom Brady reveals new dog Junie is a clone of beloved Lua, who died in 2023
Tom Brady has revealed that his dog Junie is a clone of his late pet Lua, who died in 2023. The former superstar quarterback-turned-sports commentator...
In Sonoma County, even oatmeal is elevated to an art. Where to find the best
This article originally appeared on the Sonoma Magazine website. Earlier this year, during an episode of The Press Democrat’s “Taste Makers” series, winemaker Lise Asimont...
Daily Horoscope for November 5, 2025
Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Full Moon in TAURUS peaks at 8:19 a.m. EST (5:19 a.m. PST)....
Disney asks YouTube TV to restore ABC for election coverage
By Meg James, Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES — Millions of YouTube TV subscribers missed “Monday Night Football” on ESPN and could miss ABC News’...
Trump takes aim at Seth Meyers, suggests his show is ‘illegal’
Seth Meyers is the next late-night talk show host to find himself in President Donald Trump‘s crosshairs. The Emmy winner, who has hosted “Late Night...
Jon Stewart extends ‘Daily Show’ contract through 2026
Jon Stewart and “The Daily Show” will live to see another day — or another year. The Emmy Award-winning funnyman has extended his contract to...
Learn about rainwater harvesting, rain tanks, more at these upcoming gardening events
Learn about rain water harvesting at a workshop on Nov. 15 in Sebastopol. Jose Carlos Fajardo-Bay Area News Group Petaluma Explore the world of rain...
Bend a knee like Beckham: Soccer star is knighted by King Charles III
By BRIAN MELLEY, Associated Press LONDON (AP) — When it came time to receive his knighthood, soccer great David Beckham knew what to do. He...
Goodbye, gray and taupe wall colors. Hello, dirty pastels
A craze for pastel wall paints is gripping fancy households, but they are not the saccharine tones common of baby nurseries. Here enters the dirty...
Connecting, communicating with our animals at heart of pastor Julie Webb’s Interspecies Ministry
Julie Webb Julie Webb is an animal pastor. Courtesy of Julie Webb Pastor Julie Webb’s enthusiastic and genuine smile captivates you and is one of...
Nature walks are good for you, but can a city stroll be just as good?
By ALBERT STUMM With every step on the trail, fallen leaves crinkle underfoot. The path follows a stream, rushing and burbling over smooth, gray stones,...
Recipe: Use leftover chicken to make this delicious soup
Often my fridge is home to roast chicken, sometimes roasted in house, sometimes store-bought. That cold and cooked bird is a great source of protein...
This quick chili is the perfect comfort food on fall nights
The sugar rush has settled, the candy wrappers are piling up and now comes the question: what’s for dinner after days of miniature peanut butter...
ESPN icon Dick Vitale is back for start of another college basketball season after cancer fight
By AARON BEARD The college basketball season has arrived, and broadcasting great Dick Vitale has taken a long journey to again meet the sport at...
Sesame Street’s new season: Bubba Wallace, Netflix and a whole lot of chickens
By MARK KENNEDY, AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK (AP) — New home. Some format changes. Same monsters. “Sesame Street” launches its 56th season on Nov....
‘King of K-pop’ Lee Soo Man on his career, a global industry and what’s next
By JUWON PARK SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Lee Soo Man resisted the title at first. “King of K-pop” sounded too brash, too nightclub-esque —...
Actresses revealed for roles as wives in upcoming Beatles biopics
The actresses tapped to portray the women married to The Fab Four have officially been revealed for the upcoming Beatles biopics directed by Oscar winner Sam...
This might be the biggest rock show to hit the Bay Area in 2026
Bay Area classic rock fans woke up to great news this morning: AC/DC, one of the top-selling acts of all time, is set to perform...
Daily Horoscope for November 3, 2025
Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in ARIES. Happy Birthday for Monday, Nov. 3, 2025: You...
Rewind Arcade looks to the future in Sebastopol
A Sebastopol business that sells fun experiences has doubled in size after two years. That business is The Rewind Arcade, a gaming establishment that until recently...
Sugarcone cabbage a sweet, fresh take on one of the world’s oldest vegetables
By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette When it comes to leafy green vegetables, cabbage sometimes gets a bad rap because, woof! It can really stink up...
How to watch the 49ers vs. the Giants on Sunday
The San Francisco 49ers tackle the New York Giants on Sunday, Nov. 2 at 10:00 a.m. PT at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Quarterback...
Daily Horoscope for November 1, 2025
Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in PISCES. Happy Birthday for Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025: You...