Sonoma County supervisors approve ‘clean up’ of lodging tax policy, sidestep spending discussion

Sonoma County Supervisors Greenlight Lodging Tax Policy Changes, Avoid Spending Debate The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors updated its policy for spending funds raised by the lodging tax, aiming to make the policy more user-friendly. The tax generates around $30 million annually, covering various county costs. A portion is allocated to the Sonoma County Tourism … Read more

Press Democrat Executive Editor Chris Fusco leaving for top job with Sacramento Bee

Chris Fusco, Press Democrat’s Executive Editor, Departing for Executive Position at Sacramento Bee Chris Fusco is leaving his position as executive editor of The Press Democrat to become the executive editor of the Sacramento Bee and oversee other California newsrooms. He reflects on his rewarding tenure in Sonoma County, highlighting the talented newsroom staff and … Read more

RFK Jr. will appear before Congress amid turmoil at CDC – The Press Democrat

RFK Jr. to testify before Congress amid CDC controversy – The Press Democrat U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to appear before a congressional committee to discuss turmoil within federal health agencies. There is concern about layoffs and budget cuts affecting disease prevention efforts. Kennedy recently fired a CDC director and has … Read more