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Woman Sentenced to 5 Years and 4 Months State Prison for Embezzlement from Prior Employer, Amaturo Media Group
The Sonoma County District Attorneys’ Office announced the sentencing of Tina Cabudoy for embezzlement from her former employee, Amaturo Media Group, following her plea in late July of this year. The Honorable Troye Schaffer sentenced Cabudoy to 5 years and 4 months in state prison. Cabudoy was further ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $179,306.98. Read full story
Robert Pittman, Sonoma County Counsel, announces retirement after 35 years of public service
After 35 years in public service, including the past 14 years with the County of Sonoma, County Counsel Robert Pittman has announced his retirement, effective January 2026. Pittman has served as County Counsel since September 2020, guiding the Office of County Counsel through significant challenges and milestones. He began his career as a city planner in Artesia, California, before attending law school with the goal of becoming a public agency attorney. Read full story
Settlement of Consumer Protection Lawsuit Against Tax Network USA & Partners, Inc. for Deceptive Mailers
Sonoma County District Attorney Carla Rodriguez, along with the District Attorneys of Napa, San Diego, and San Francisco Counties, announced today the settlement of a consumer protection action against Tax Network USA & Partners, Inc. (“Tax Network”), a California-based tax relief company. During the time period at issue in this case, Tax Network marketed its services by sending unsolicited mailers to taxpayers who had at one time been subject to outstanding tax liens. As alleged in the complaint, the mailers were deceptive because they implied a connection with or approval or endorsement of government agencies, including the local county recorders offices and taxing authorities, which Tax Network did not have. Read full story
Board of Supervisors approves $5M in opioid settlement funds for substance use disorder projects
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today approved $5 million in funding to three local organizations that submitted proposals to address the opioid crisis. Read full story
Sonoma County issues health advisory due to poor air quality caused by Pickett Fire in Calistoga
The Sonoma County Health Officer today issued the following health advisory: Areas of Sonoma County may experience poor air quality caused by the wildfire event in Napa County. People may experience adverse health effects from the smoke over Sonoma County and across the region. Below are some things you can do when the air quality is poor. Read full story
Westside Road reopens Aug. 28 as Sonoma County nears completion of major storm recovery project
Nearly seven months after an atmospheric river dropped a deluge of rain on Sonoma County, causing massive destruction and tragically claiming two lives, the first of six critical road repair projects is nearing full completion. Westside Road in Forestville will reopen on Thursday, August 28, at noon including a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by Sonoma County Public Infrastructure to mark the milestone. Read full story
Maria Christina Rivera, County of Sonoma Executive Officer, announces retirement
Maria Christina Rivera, County of Sonoma Executive Officer, has announced her plan to retire in early 2026. Rivera’s nearly 30-year career in public service, marked by her unwavering dedication, integrity and change-making leadership, culminated in becoming the first Latina to lead the County. Read full story
Sonoma County Historical Records Commission nominations open for the 2025 Collections and Archives Recognition Awards
The Sonoma County Historical Records Commission is now accepting nominations for their 2025 Collections and Archives Recognition Awards. This award recognizes the accomplishments and contributions of individuals, groups, agencies, collections and archives located within Sonoma County. Nominees located within the boundaries of Sonoma County and practicing the collection and preservation of historical records for the promotion of history and cultural preservation qualify for the award. Read full story
Sonoma County partners with local Fire Districts to offer free wildfire resiliency workshops ahead of peak wildfire season
Sonoma County residents are invited to attend free online workshops this August and September to learn about practical steps for protecting their homes and communities from wildfire.Hosted by Sonoma County’s Fire Prevention Division, in partnership with local fire districts, the one-hour webinars will cover home hardening, defensible space, insurance considerations, local resources, and how to sign up for a free wildfire risk assessment. Read full story
Sonoma County creates online hub to help communities reduce wildfire risk
Sonoma County today announced the launch of SonomaCountyResilient.org, a new website that makes it easier than ever to find information and funding for land management projects that reduce wildfire risk and protect local ecosystems. The website will serve as a one-stop hub for residents, landowners, resource managers and organizations seeking technical assistance, funding and practical tools for local forest and watershed management projects. Read full story
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