The Santa Rosa Press Democrat

The Santa Rosa Press Democrat is the flagship of Sonoma Media Investments, a privately held news group serving Northern California’s Wine Country. It is the largest news organization between San Francisco and Portland, Oregon, providing breaking news and sophisticated enterprise around key issues including the ongoing drought, wildfires, and children’s health and well-being. The Press Democrat won the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for coverage of the wildfires that killed killed 44 people and destroyed 6,000 homes.

Current Position

Location: Santa Rosa, California

Beat: Education and child welfare in Sonoma County

Position:

In comparison to their peers around the state and nation, students in Sonoma County are struggling. The pandemic and years of repeated wildfires have disrupted their lives and their learning. This journalist reports on the mental and emotional health and education of children in grades K-12, focusing on the progress and support available to students and families. This watchdog reporter would also identify gaps in services, explore solutions, and track public spending.

Reporter: Adriana Gutierrez