The Gold Standard: NorthBay biz celebrates 50 years

The North Bay was a different place 50 years ago. Sonoma, Marin and Napa counties were emerging from their SF-bedroom-community identities to establish themselves as powerful regional centers of commerce. Business was conducted out of brick-and-mortar offices
Katy Perry shares cozy photo with Justin Trudeau in holiday photo dump

Katy Perry visits Louvre Abu Dhabi ahead of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Dec. 6, 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Dave Benett/Getty Images for Experience Abu Dhabi) The whole blended family
The most ‘Romantic’ month: Bruno Mars confirms new album is coming in February

Bruno Mars, ‘The Romantic’ (Atlantic Records) Days after announcing that his album is “done,” Bruno Mars has confirmed when we’ll be able to hear it. Bruno’s new album is called The Romantic and will be out on Feb. 27. It’s now
Benson Boone, Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter & more nominated for ‘Pollstar’ Awards

Benson Boone appears on ABC’s ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ (Disney/Randy Holmes) Tours by Benson Boone, Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter and more have received nominations for this year’s Pollstar Awards, which recognize achievement in the live entertainment industry. In
Ariana Grande receives second consecutive Actor Awards nomination from SAG-AFTRA

Ariana Grande is Glinda in ‘WICKED FOR GOOD,’ directed by Jon M. Chu. (© Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.) For the second year in a row, Ariana Grande has received a nomination for an Actor Award —
Petaluma Arts Center showcases Eames Ranch residency program

The craft-curious—and those fascinated by the way space can inspire the creative process—will make their way to the Petaluma Arts Center this winter for an innovative exhibit showcasing some of the Bay Area’s leading artists focused on
Pink says ‘Try’ hitting a billion streams is ‘wild’

Pink, ‘Try’ (RCA Records) Pink‘s song “Try” came out in 2012, but it’s just now joined the Billions Club on Spotify. “A billion streams of Try. That’s wild,” she wrote on Instagram, alongside a video montage of scenes from
Lady Gaga, Conan Gray, KATSEYE receive GLAAD Media Award nominations

Lady Gaga ‘Mayhem’ (Interscope Records) Lady Gaga and Conan Gray are among the nominees for the 37th annual GLAAD Media Awards, which honor LGBTQ visibility in media. The two artists are both nominated in the outstanding music artist
Enter charity sweepstakes to win trip to Backstreet Boys’ final Sphere show

Backstreet Boys perform at Sphere Las Vegas (Rich Fury) Backstreet Boys are raising money for a good cause –while also giving fans a chance to win a trip to see their final show at Sphere Las Vegas
RAYE’s ‘Husband’ hits Hot 100 high

RAYE attends the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, November, 2025 (Disney/Cristian Lopez) Where is RAYE‘s “Husband?” It’s nearing the top of the Billboard Hot 100. With Christmas songs no longer on the chart, RAYE’s hit