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Tahoe
AT&T Reaches Settlement to Remove Cables from Lake Tahoe
AT&T has reached a settlement with the California Sportfishing Protection Alliance (CSPA) over a lawsuit regarding two telecommunication cables in…
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Shasta Cascade
Matsutake Mushroom Harvest Season Opens in Shasta-Trinity National Forest
The 2024 harvest season for Matsutake mushrooms has officially opened in the Shasta McCloud Management Unit of the Shasta-Trinity National…
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Weather
La Niña Expected to Develop This Fall. Here’s What That Means for Northern California.
Northern California residents may see a shift in weather patterns this fall as scientists at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric…
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Tahoe
Star-Studded Lineup Headlines Tahoe Live Music Festival at Palisades Tahoe
Palisades Tahoe is turning up the heat this December with Tahoe Live, a two-day winter kickoff event featuring world-class headliners…
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North Coast
Three Miles of NorCal Coastline Protected in Landmark Redwoods Conservation Deal
Save the Redwoods League is working to purchase and permanently protect the 1,624-acre Sonoma Coast Redwoods property, home to mature…
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News
Missing Backpacker Found Dead in Yosemite After Nearly Two Weeks
A tragic end came to the search for a missing backpacker in Yosemite National Park. Kirk S. Thomas Olsen, 61,…
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Shasta Cascade
Celebrate National Public Lands Day with Volunteer Opportunities in Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 28th! The U.S. Forest Service-Shasta-Trinity National Forest (USFS) is hosting special volunteer opportunities and…
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News
Yosemite’s Iconic Historic Hotel Shuts Down Indefinitely
Yosemite National Park has announced the indefinite closure of the historic Wawona Hotel, starting December 2nd, for a comprehensive condition…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite’s Largest Restoration Project Ever is Bringing New Life to the Park
The restoration of Ackerson Meadow, the largest meadow in Yosemite National Park, is almost complete, and it’s already showing vibrant…
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Outdoors
A Partial Eclipse and Supermoon Will Soon Light Up the Northern California Sky
Get ready, Northern California! A dazzling celestial event is coming our way on September 17th, featuring a supermoon and a…
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News
Teen Identified in Fatal Jet Skiing Accident on Shasta Lake
Tragedy struck Shasta Lake over the weekend when a 19-year-old died following a jet ski collision. Now, officials have identified…
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News
Bridge Fire Nearly Destroys Beloved Southern California Ski Resort
As Northern Californians, we know all too well the devastating impact wildfires can have on our cherished outdoor spaces. This…
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Sports
Body of BASE Jumper Recovered Near Mammoth Lakes After Fatal Accident
Photo: Mono County Sheriff The body of Leonardo Durant, a man who died in a BASE jumping accident on Mount…
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History
Historic Humboldt Ghost Town Added to National Register of Historic Places
Photo: Cal Poly Humboldt Falk, a once-thriving logging community in Humboldt County that became a ghost town nearly a century…
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Destinations
This Northern California State Park is Ranked the Best in the U.S. by TripAdvisor Users
Humboldt Redwoods State Park in Northern California has been ranked as the top state park in the United States, according…
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Tahoe
Adventure Van Expo Returns to Palisades Tahoe for a Weekend of Van Life and Outdoor Fun
Palisades Tahoe is bringing back the Adventure Van Expo, a weekend event celebrating the rapidly growing van life culture and…
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Wildlife
California Wolf Population Nearly Doubles with 30 New Pups in 2024
California’s wolf population continues to grow as five of the state’s seven known wolf packs have produced pups this year,…
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North Coast
Redwood National Park Visitors Boost Local Economy with $37.9 Million Impact in 2023
A recent National Park Service (NPS) report reveals that 409,105 visitors to Redwood National Park in 2023 contributed significantly to…
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Outdoors
Jet Ski Crash on Shasta Lake Leaves One Dead, Another Injured
A jet ski collision on Shasta Lake turned fatal on Saturday afternoon, resulting in the death of an 18-year-old male…
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News
Climbing Accident Claims Life of Woman at Lover’s Leap Near Lake Tahoe
A rock climbing accident claimed the life of a 30-year-old woman at Lover’s Leap, a renowned climbing spot near Lake…
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Outdoors
PG&E Announces High Whitewater Flows on the Pit River This Weekend
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is set to offer another round of thrilling whitewater flows on the Pit 5…
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Wildlife
Whaleback Pack Responsible for Recent Spike in Wolf Predations in Northern California
The Whaleback Pack, a well-known group of wolves located in Siskiyou County, has been identified as the primary culprit behind…
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Tahoe
Bear Canisters Now Required for All Overnight Visitors in Desolation Wilderness
The USDA Forest Service’s Eldorado National Forest and the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) have enacted regulations mandating the…
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Photography
Popular NorCal Photographer’s iPhone Image Selected for Wildlife Photographer of the Year Award
Randy Robbins in action (via the Randy Robbins Photography Facebook page) For the first time in the history of the…
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Events
Point Reyes Sand Sculpture Contest Returns this Week
The annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach, hosted by Point Reyes National Seashore, is coming back this year with…
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Tahoe
Ikon Pass Expands its Tahoe Offerings with Addition of Sierra-at-Tahoe
Photo via Sierra-at-Tahoe Skiers and snowboarders in Northern California have a new reason to be excited this winter as the…
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Wildlife
California Unveils New Plan for Restoring Salmon and Steelhead in a Free-Flowing Klamath River
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has released a comprehensive 60-page plan to guide the reintroduction and monitoring…
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Tahoe
New Evacuation Simulations Highlight Tahoe’s Dangerous Traffic Bottlenecks During Wildfires
A new study has revealed alarming evacuation times for the Tahoe Basin in the event of a wildfire emergency. The…
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Wildlife
Teen Captures Heart-Stopping Encounter with Mammoth Lakes Bear in Viral Video
A California teenager found herself face-to-face with the bear in Mammoth Lakes, which unexpectedly approached her and placed its paw…
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News
Redding Opens New Trail Linking Sundial and Diestelhorst Bridges
The City of Redding has officially unveiled a new one-mile trail connection that links the iconic Sundial Bridge to the…
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News
Klamath River Flows Free for the First Time in Over 100 Years
Photo: CalTrout For the first time in more than a century, the Klamath River is flowing freely. This week, the…
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Events
Dark Sky Festival Returns to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Sequoia Parks Conservancy recently announced the return of the Dark Sky Festival, running from September 6-8, 2024. This year’s theme,…
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Sports
California’s Free Fishing Day is This Weekend. Here Are Our Favorite Places to Fish in NorCal.
Don’t miss the last chance to fish for free this year! Free Fishing Day in California is being offered by…
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News
Man Faces 21 Years in Prison for Igniting Oroville’s Thompson Fire with Firework
Photo: CalFire A 26-year-old man from Northern California has been charged with arson for allegedly starting the Thompson Fire in…
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Bay Area
Hundreds of Sea Lions Take Over Monterey Beach, Forcing Temporary Closure
San Carlos Beach in Monterey has been temporarily closed to the public due to a significant influx of sea lions…
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Outdoors
Pacific Crest Trail Hiker Rescued in Siskiyou County After Severe Injury
On Sunday, August 25th, an experienced Canadian hiker on the Pacific Crest Trail near Seiad Valley faced a perilous situation…
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Wildlife
SOURCE: Beloved Bear Euthanized After Viral Video Shows Close Encounter with Campers
According to a source, a beloved bear in the Mammoth Lakes area has been euthanized following a run-in with campers…
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Lassen
Lassen Park Highway Fully Reopens for the First Time Since Park Fire Closure
Lassen Volcanic National Park has fully reopened Highway 89 for the first time since the devastating Park Fire came into…
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Weather
Lassen Volcanic National Park is Covered in Snow. The Highway Will Fully Reopen Once it Clears.
Lassen Volcanic National Park’s Highway 89 is currently closed between Sulphur Works and Devastated Area due to an unexpected snowfall…
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Weather
Snowfall Possible in the Sierra this Weekend as Temperatures Plummet
Winter weather may be making an early appearance in Northern California this weekend, as a dusting of snow is possible…
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Tahoe
Father of Three Drowns Near Lake Tahoe’s Bonsai Rock
A San Jose father of three tragically drowned near the eastern shore of Lake Tahoe on Saturday, according to reports…
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Butte
Portions of Upper Bidwell Park Reopen as Park Fire Containment Progresses
As containment of the massive Park Fire continues to increase, parts of Upper Bidwell Park in Chico are beginning to…
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Video
Man Fends Off Bear with a Shovel on Lake Tahoe Beach
An afternoon at South Lake Tahoe’s Pope Beach took a wild turn when a black bear wandered onto the shore…
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News
Teen Rescued from Overnight Ordeal After Kayak Overturns in Northern California Reservoir
A 17-year-old boy was rescued Sunday morning after spending a cold and harrowing night at Stampede Reservoir. The teen, who…
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Lassen
Lassen Volcanic National Park Partially Reopens as Park Fire Containment Progresses
As firefighting efforts continue to stabilize the Park Fire’s northeastern edge, Lassen Volcanic National Park has reopened its northern entrance,…
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News
A Rare Blue Supermoon Will Shine Over the Night Sky in Northern California this Week
This week, the skies of Northern California will be graced by the first of 2024’s four consecutive supermoons, and it’s…
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Wildlife
Jogger Survives Terrifying Bear Attack in Tuolumne County
A routine jog turned into a life-or-death struggle for Tuolumne County resident Quanah Ottaway, who found himself face-to-face with a…
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Tahoe
Significant Reduction in July 4th Trash at Lake Tahoe Beaches Thanks to Community Efforts
The League to Save Lake Tahoe has released promising data from 11 years of 4th of July beach cleanups, revealing…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite’s New Timed Entry System Could Become Permanent. Here’s How That Will Impact Visitors.
Yosemite National Park officials are proposing to make a timed entry system a permanent fixture during peak visitation periods to…
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Tahoe
Federal and State Leaders Push for New Initiatives to Protect Lake Tahoe
Amid growing concerns about the impact of millions of tourists visiting Lake Tahoe each year, federal, state, and local leaders…
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Shasta Cascade
New Restrictions Imposed at Popular Mount Shasta Area to Protect Sensitive Ecosystem
The Shasta-Trinity National Forest has announced new restrictions on camping, parking, water recreation, and other activities at Panther Meadow on…
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News
11,000 Acres of Upper Trinity River Watershed Protected in Landmark Conservation Deal
In a significant move to safeguard one of California’s critical water sources and its rich biodiversity, nearly 11,000 acres of…
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Outdoors
Fire Danger in Yosemite: Here’s How to Be Fire Safe in California’s Most Popular National Park
Yosemite National Park officials have announced that due to a lack of precipitation and consistently high temperatures, the danger of…
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Destinations
Historic Fire Lookout Gets a Fresh Upgrade, Offering a Unique Stay in Tahoe National Forest
The historic Calpine Fire Lookout in Tahoe National Forest is looking better than ever, thanks to recent renovations that have…
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News
Park Fire Holds Steady as Crews Make Progress on Containment
Photo via CalFire For the first time since the Park Fire ignited on July 24th, the massive blaze has held…
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News
Northern Lights May Illuminate the Northern California Skies Again Tonight
For a second consecutive night, Northern California residents may be treated to a rare and breathtaking sight as the Northern…
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News
This Timelapse of the Perseid Meteor Shower and the Northern Lights Shows a Special Night in Northern California
Northern California was treated to a rare and awe-inspiring display last night as the Northern Lights lit up the sky…
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Outdoors
Sky Gazers Went Out to Witness the Perseid Meteor Shower. Instead, They Found the Northern Lights.
Northern California sky-gazers headed out to witness the highly anticipated Perseid meteor shower last night, but instead, they were treated…
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News
Here’s a Map of All the Harmful Algae Blooms in Northern California
One underreported impact of Northern California’s summer season is the heating and low flows of different waterways. With that stagnant…
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Weather
Old Farmer’s Almanac Makes its Fall Weather Predictions for Northern California
As Northern California continues to endure the relentless summer heat this August, many are eagerly awaiting the arrival of cooler…
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Sacramento
Jumping into this Section of the American River is Now Prohibited After Multiple Drownings
Clay Banks, a popular spot for cooling off in the Sacramento area, is now off-limits for jumping into the water.…
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News
There Are Currently 6 Wildfires Burning in Yosemite. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Yosemite National Park officials have provided an update on six lightning-caused fires that have been burning in the park since…
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News
The Strongest Meteor Shower of the Year Peaks Tonight. Here’s How to See it in Northern California.
One of the most anticipated celestial events of the summer, the Perseid meteor shower, is set to dazzle the skies…
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Bay Area
Legislators Looking to Expand the Golden Gate National Recreation by Nearly 900 Acres
The Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) is poised for a significant expansion, thanks to new legislation proposed by U.S.…
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Events
Historic Water Race Returns to the Sacramento River in Redding
Visit Redding and Headwaters Adventure Company have announced the revival of the Lake Redding Regatta, a cherished local event from…
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Photography
These Photos from the Frontlines of the Park Fire are Both Beautiful and Terrifying
The Park Fire, one of the largest wildfires in Northern California’s recent history, has been raging since July 24, 2024.…
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News
Missing Hikers Found Safe in Yosemite National Park
In a relieving turn of events, two hikers who went missing over the weekend in Yosemite National Park have been…
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News
Redding Air Tanker Base Sets Record Amid Park Fire Battle
Photo by CalFire As the Park Fire continues to rage across Northern California, the Redding Air Tanker Base has set…
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News
Park Fire Erupts with New Evacuations as Flames Spread Rapidly
California’s largest wildfire, the Park Fire, intensified overnight, leading to new evacuations and increasing to 414,042 acres with 34 percent…
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Outdoors
Officials Warn of Toxic Algae in Northern California Waters. Here’s How to Identify It.
Northern California authorities are urging residents and visitors to be cautious around local rivers and lakes due to the potential…
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Outdoors
Officials Search for Missing Hikers in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park authorities are seeking the public’s help in locating two missing hikers, Miguel Delgado and Ana Rodarte, who…
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News
Park Fire Forces 100-Mile Closure of the Pacific Crest Trail
California’s devastating Park Fire has led to significant closures on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) as emergency personnel battle the…
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Photography
Northern Lights Make Glorious Return to Northern California
Following one of the most spectacular Northern Lights shows ever seen in Northern California in May, the glow of the…
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Outdoors
‘Hoot Owl’ Recommendations Aim to Protect California’s Fish During Drought
The ongoing drought in California is taking a severe toll on the state’s fish populations, particularly coldwater species such as…
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Wildlife
Park Fire Threatens Imperiled Spring-Run Chinook Salmon in Northern California
California’s fifth-largest wildfire, the Park Fire, is endangering some of the last refuges for the imperiled spring-run Chinook salmon in…
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News
New Studies Show Mega-Fires Threaten Giant Sequoia Regeneration in Northern California
Two comprehensive studies on giant sequoia regeneration, announced by the Giant Sequoia Lands Coalition, reveal that recent mega-fires have caused…
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News
Park Fire Becomes Fifth Largest in California History
California’s Park Fire has become the fifth-largest wildfire in the state’s history, burning more than 386,000 acres since it started…
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Tahoe
Annual Report Reveals a Decline in Lake Tahoe’s Water Clarity
The UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency have released the annual Lake Tahoe Clarity Report,…
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North Coast
Authorities Seek Public’s Help After 4 Elk Killed in Redwood National Park
Rangers from Redwood National and State Parks and wardens from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife are asking for…
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Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Beach Reopens Following Large Sewage Spill
One week after 85,000 gallons of untreated waste spilled near Lake Tahoe, resulting in a health advisory, affected areas have…
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News
College Student Dies After Falling from Half Dome’s Cable Section
A father-daughter hike in Yosemite National Park turned tragic when 20-year-old Grace Rohloff fell to her death on Half Dome…
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News
Park Fire Grows to 350,000 Acres with More Than 4,000 People Under Evacuation Order
The 350,000-acre Park Fire near Chico, California, remains active, although falling temperatures and increased humidity have somewhat reduced its intensity.…
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Lassen
Lassen Volcanic National Park Implements Full Closure Due to Approaching Park Fire
Lassen Volcanic National Park has been closed due to the encroaching Park Fire, which is threatening the park’s western edge.…
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News
Park Fire Explodes to 45,000 Acres in Chico’s Bidwell Park
The Park Fire, which ignited in the Upper Bidwell Park area near Chico, has expanded to 45,549 acres and prompted…
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Outdoors
Popular Outdoor Destination in NorCal Closes Due to Dangerous Behavior by Visitors
Upper Lake Clementine in Auburn State Recreation Area will remain closed due to ongoing dangerous behavior by visitors, California State…
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News
The Best Meteor Shower of the Year is Back. Here Are the Best Places to See it in NorCal.
On the nights of August 12th and 13th, the Swift-Tuttle comet will treat us to an extraordinary celestial show. As…
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News
Massive Sewage Spill Closes Popular Lake Tahoe Beach
Placer County officials have issued a health advisory for the Carnelian Bay area of Lake Tahoe following a significant sewage…
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Lassen
Popular Destinations in Lassen Volcanic National Park to Stay Closed Until 2025
The aftermath of the Dixie Fire continues to impact Lassen Volcanic National Park, keeping the Drakesbad Guest Lodge and Warner…
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Wildlife
Speeding Kills Wildlife: 5 Bears Have Been Hit by Cars in Yosemite this Year
Yosemite National Park officials are urging visitors to drive cautiously following the deaths of five black bears hit by cars…
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Events
Mount Shasta Fish Hatchery Hosts Kids Fishing Day on July 20
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is hosting its second Kids Fishing Day of the year at the…
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News
Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Marijuana Cultivation in Shasta-Trinity National Forest
On July 16, 2024, Custodio Ibarra Nunez, 42, of Merced, was sentenced to 10 years in prison and ordered to…
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News
Water Tests at South Lake Tahoe Beaches Find No Harmful Algae Blooms
Recent water tests at two South Lake Tahoe beaches did not detect harmful algae blooms (HABs) in the lake itself,…
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Shasta Cascade
Shasta-Trinity National Forest Implements Fire Restrictions Amid Heightened Fire Activity
Due to intense heat and dry conditions leading to increased fire activity, the Shasta-Trinity National Forest has implemented fire restrictions…
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Tahoe
Viral Video Claims Dog Died Due to Algal Bloom in Lake Tahoe
Government officials are currently investigating potential toxic algae blooms at Lake Tahoe beaches. Warning signs were posted on Monday at…
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Weather
Redding Smashes All-Time Heat Record with Scorching Temperatures
Redding experienced its hottest day ever recorded on July 6, reaching a scorching 119 degrees. This set a new record…
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News
13 Missing Young Hikers Found Near Wildfire in the Tahoe National Forest
A group of young hikers who went missing in the area affected by the Placer County wildfire has been found,…
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News
Record Volunteer Turnout Discovers Surprisingly Clean Lake Tahoe Beaches on July 5th
In an impressive display of community spirit, 774 volunteers gathered across more than a half dozen beaches around Lake Tahoe…
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Wildlife
California Sturgeon Now a Candidate for the Endangered Species List
The California Fish and Game Commission has approved the white sturgeon as a candidate species for listing under the California…
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News
Following Forest Closure, Rainbow Family Gathering Has Relocated in NorCal Forest
The U.S. National Forest Service (USFS) announced that the large hippie gathering, known as the Rainbow Family Gathering, has relocated…
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Outdoors
Popular Lake Tahoe Trail Set for 2-Mile Expansion Thanks to $24 Million Boost
A significant funding boost of $24 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will be used to extend the popular Tahoe…
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