Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Rosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A student mariachi band from Elsie Allen High School is raising funds for a Disneyland trip after being invited to perform at the park’s 70th anniversary celebration. NBC Bay Area
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bay Area agriculture officials are investigating an invasive grapevine pest brought in by a Fresno County nursery via Costco sales. Several counties have reported affected grapevines—customers with recent purchases should bag the plants and contact local agriculture authorities if concerned. NBC Bay Area
- ➤ The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission opened a public comment period on PG&E’s plan to remove the Potter Valley Project dams on the Eel River, a move that could restore salmon habitats + change local water supplies. Public meetings will be held next month in Ukiah to gather community input. KSRO Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a Sonoma Planning Commission meeting, officials and residents debated a mixed-use plan for Sebastiani Winery (featuring a 100-room hotel, 65 homes, and preserved vineyards) as some locals warned of unsafe evacuation routes. No action was taken and the community awaits an environmental report this summer. KSRO Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Redwood Empire Baseball League and local youth soccer clubs are challenging the school district's new facility fee policy, which charges up to $3,600 for weekend custodians and restricts portable restrooms, risking a 22-year partnership; the board will review the proposal tonight + address community concerns. KSRO Radio
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