Big Sur Beauty: California Photos Of The Week

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Moving Father's Day 2020 Tributes From Patch CA Readers

Father's Day might be a bit different this year, but we can still honor the special dads in our lives.

Celebrate CA Dads: Send Your Messages, Photos To Patch

Help us celebrate Father's Day 2020 by sending in messages of love.

These 164 California State Parks Have Reopened To Visitors

After weeks of coronavirus closures, these 164 state parks, beaches and more have reopened to visitors across the state. Find the list here.

Protests Persist | Racist Tirade | Businesses Reopen: CA Stories

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.

Kitten Rescued From Engine | Comfort Quilts: Saturday Smiles

'Grab & Go’ food trucks heading to East Bay fairgrounds; science teachers offer unique experiments and other nice news in NorCal.

All 169 DMV Offices Reopen In California, With New Limits

After months of coronavirus closures, all remaining DMV offices in California will reopen Thursday, but with new rules in place.

A Portrait Of California Protests: Same Message, Different Motives

All protests are local. California protesters are united in fighting racism but they have their own unique issues with local police forces.

Desert Butterfly: California Photo Of The Week

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Peaceful Protests; Devastating Riots; Chokehold Bans: CA Stories

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.

Incredible Animal Rescues | Drive-In Movies: Saturday Smiles

Meals on Wheels is in need of donations; teens volunteer to support young entrepreneurs and other nice news from around NorCal.

JCPenney Closing 154 Stores, Including 8 In California

The company said the closings are part of its "store optimization strategy."

Photos: Protest At CA Capitol Demands Justice For George Floyd

More than 1,000 people gathered at the California State Capitol Monday, protesting police violence. Click through this photo gallery.

Much Of California Under Curfew As Unrest Continues

There are now two official states of emergency in California—statewide due to the coronavirus, and in LA County, due to ongoing protests.

Demands For Food Assistance Soar In Bay Area During Lockdown

The shutdown has left many Bay Area residents struggling to feed their families, as churches and government services have become lifelines.

People Protest Police | Denzel Helps Homeless: Top CA Stories

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.

Yosemite Valley: California Photo Of The Day

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PG&E Discounts For Those In Need | Food Pantries: Saturday Smiles

A popular smoothie spot donates drinks to first responders; dog portraits benefit animal charities and other nice NorCal news.

Mural Honors Essential Workers | Bird Rescues: Saturday Smiles

Geese play chicken on Bay Area freeway; doula gets creative to serve expecting moms; dog helps crime victims and other nice NorCal news.

List: 27 California State Parks Reopen Parking Lots

Weeks after closing to visitors due to the coronavirus pandemic, these 27 California state parks reopened their parking lots this week.

Financial Help For California’s Undocumented Immigrants Starts Monday

Applications are approved on a first-come, first-served basis until the $75 million in state funding runs out.

Flyover Salutes | Deliberate COVID-19 Spreading: Top CA Stories

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.

Goats On The Lam | Teens Help Seniors, Community: Saturday Smiles

The Winchester Mystery House resumes garden tours; an anonymous person donates $3,000 to a struggling business and other nice NorCal news.

Strong Nevada Earthquake Felt In California

The earthquake was reported just after 4 a.m. Did YOU feel it?

Fighter Jets To Do Flyover Across CA Wednesday: Where To Watch

Honoring first responders working during the pandemic, CA National Guard jets will fly low across California Wednesday. Here's a route map.

Keeping The COVID Plague At Bay: How CA Is Protecting Older Veterans

COVID-19 has hastened the end for scores of retired soldiers in veterans homes in other states.

WATCH: Troops Give Mother's Day Greetings To Their Moms In CA

This year's Mother's Day is a socially distant one, even for those who live close by. For service members, the distance is even greater.

Older Californians Are Making Their Mark During COVID-19 Pandemic

Older adults were the first to be asked to stay at home – but they're not sitting out these challenging times during the COVID-19 pandemic.

California Starts Reopening | Glowing Blue Waves: Top CA Stories

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.

Winning Lottery Ticket | Ducklings Rescued: Saturday Smiles

Guy Fieri raises $20M for restaurant workers; Benioff Children's Hospital staff gets a special food delivery and other nice NorCal news.

Moving Mother's Day 2020 Tributes From Patch CA Readers

Mother's Day might be a bit different this year, but we can still honor the special mothers in our lives.

Celebrate CA Moms: Send Your Messages, Photos To Patch

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'My Mum Has Always Been A Fighter': Mother's Day Photo

Help us celebrate Mother's Day 2020 by sending in your mother-daughter or mother-son photos and messages of love.

California Couples Can Now Get Marriage Licenses Remotely

California couples who have been unable to get marriage licenses due to coronavirus closures can now get them remotely, under a new order.

Beach Closures; Free Testing; Shark Attack: Top CA Stories

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.

Fawn Rescue | ‘Elvis’ Serenades Neighbors: Saturday Smiles

A stolen pup was reunited with her family; an East Bay native is vying for a top spot on 'American Idol' and other nice NorCal news.

Desert Blooms: California Photos Of The Week

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Bay Area Ethnic Groups At Risk Of Being Undercounted In Census

While most of the Bay Area is trending above national census participation rates, some ethnic groups are at risk of being undercounted.

Elective Surgeries; More Testing; Nation's First Case: CA Stories

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.

$27K For Fire Victim | Unicorn Spreads Joy: Saturday Smiles

East Bay family opens hearts; pantry amid coronavirus; unique 100th birthday celebration; incredible rescue, and other nice NorCal news.