Raccoons Are Showing Signs Of Domestication In CA, Study Says

A new study suggests city raccoons’ steady access to human garbage may be making them increasingly tolerant of people.

Restored Volkswagen "Magic Bus" That Somehow Survived Major California Wildfire Makes Public Debut

A vintage blue VW bus became an unlikely symbol of resilience after it survived a California wildfire and made its public debut this week.

Kitten Rescued | Controversial Toilets | Employees Win Back Stolen Wages | Teen 3D Ghost Gunmaker: Patch PM

ALSO: Car plows through building; Man sentenced for child sex crimes; Couple recoups stolen wages; Pesticide company settles.

Earthquake Rattles Central California: Did You Feel It?

The quake hit at 9:54 a.m., about five miles west of Templeton, according to USGS.

Patch Readers Split On ‘6–7’. Have You Heard The Phrase?

The phrase is being called out on school campuses seemingly nationwide. Have you heard it? Take our survey.

Baby Sea Otter Is Reunited With Mother In Central California After Dramatic Rescue

After the baby and mom became separated, she determinedly followed the rescuers' boat as when they blasted audio of the pup crying.

Judge Bars Trump From Immediately Cutting Funding To The University Of California

A judge cited a playbook of initiating civil rights investigations to justify cutting funding to bring universities "to their knees."

Mega Millions Jackpot Grows To Almost $1B For Friday’s Drawing: What To Know In CA

The massive jackpot grew after no one matched all six numbers in Tuesday's drawing.

Student Shot At School | 'Heinous Killer' Convicted | Soccer Star Dies | Storm Flooding: Patch PM

ALSO: Waymo robotaxis on freeways; Earthquake rattles Bay Area; Storm not over; Air travel delays and cancellations; Shooting at college.

Every Generation Is Moving Away From California: Report

The Golden State ​is losing residents faster than any other state in the​ country, according to a new report.

The Government Shutdown Prompts The Cancellation Of Some Veterans Day Events

The longest federal government shutdown on record is curtailing and outright canceling parades, ceremonies and other Veterans Day events.

Mega Millions Jackpot Grows To $843M For Friday's Drawing: What To Know In CA

The massive jackpot, which has a cash value of $391.7 million, grew after no one matched all six numbers in Tuesday's drawing.

Daylight Saving Time Ending Soon In CA: Here's When To Turn Clocks Back

As daylight hours dwindle, Californians will adjust their clocks soon. Here's what to expect and when.

These Stinky, Dangerous Ancient Trees Torment Californians With Stench Each Fall

The chemical that causes the smell is also prevalent in the smell of vomit and rancid butter.

12 CA Cities Rank Among The Top 50 Safest In America: Report

WalletHub compared 182 cities across three key dimensions: home and community safety, natural-disaster risk, and financial safety.

Major Change Affecting Social Security Payments In CA For 2026

Social Security recipients in California will get a cost of living increase in 2026. See what it means for monthly payments.

Home And Auto Insurance Rates Skyrocket In CA: What's The Response?

The financial burden of home and auto insurance premiums has ignited public outcry.

Harvest Moon Starts A Trio Of Supermoons: What To Know In CA

It's a potentially stunning season for the skies in the Golden State.

These CA Towns Rank Among The 'Best Small Cities In America'

WalletHub released its 2025 Best Small Cities in America list. See where cities in California rank.

CA To Give Out Millions In New Rebates: Do You Qualify?

Millions of California households will see rebates on their October utility bills, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday.

Nurses To Picket At Major CA Hospital Network, Protesting Layoffs And A.I. In Medical Care

Union nurses will protest outside 22 facilities across California, claiming the hospitals are putting profits and politics before patients.

Nurses To Picket At Major Bay Area Hospital Network, Protesting Layoffs And A.I. In Medical Care

Union nurses will protest outside 22 facilities across California, claiming the hospitals are putting profits and politics before patients.

Nearly 20,000 Volunteers Collect 178,000 Pounds Of Trash On California Coastal Cleanup Day

These numbers are likely to increase, given only 40% of cleanup sites had reported final numbers as of Sunday.

CA 7-Eleven Stores To Undergo Major Changes

7-Eleven executives said that foot traffic is down by 7.3 percent since August. Here's what that means for California stores.

No Tsunami Threat For West Coast Following Magnitude 7.4 Russian Quake

The quake comes less than two months after an even larger quake struck in the same region, triggering a tsunami that reached California.

Happy 175th Birthday, California: See 8 Great Inventions By Golden State Residents

In California, creative energy flows with the tide. See how Golden State residents have innovated to improve life over the past 175 years.

New Girl Scout Cookie Coming For 2026

The new cookie joins the lineup after two other cookies were retired at the end of the 2025 season.

This CA Town Was Ravaged By A Wildfire. Seven Years Later, Schools Are Still Recovering

One of the deadliest wildfires in U.S. history, the Camp Fire is among many disasters that have upended learning over the past decade.

75K Acres Of Public Areas In CA Are Blocked By Private Land: Report

There are tens of thousands of public acres in California, where it is legal to camp, hike and explore, if only they were accessible.

35 CA Residents Win Big Powerball Prizes In Historic Drawings

Dozens of CA players won between $24K and $1.56M as the Powerball jackpot rose to $1.8 billion, the second largest in U.S. lottery history.

Californians Asked To Track Monarch Butterfly Sightings To Help Save Declining Population

Millions of monarchs used to flock to coastal California to spend the winter.

Trump Administration Investigates Medicaid Spending On Immigrants In CA

Federal officials have sent letters notifying Democratic states they are reviewing federal and state payments for medical services.

Powerball Jackpot Surges To $1.3B: $1M Ticket Sold In CA

The Powerball jackpot surges to $1.3 billion, with the next drawing set for Wednesday.

Saturday’s Powerball Jackpot Swells To $1B As Lottery Fever Spreads In CA

Californians have won the majority of the nation's $1 billion jackpots. What are the odds it could happen again on Saturday?

Powerball Jackpot Grows To $850M, 6th-Largest In History, Fueling Ticket Sales In CA

Tickets have to be purchased by Wednesday's deadline for a chance to win. Here's where to find tickets in California.

CA Is Hosting 'Free Fishing Day' This Summer, No License Required

On Aug. 30, Californians without a fishing license will be able to explore a new hobby on this free fishing day.

I Scream. You Scream. We All Scream For Ice Cream Parlor Bear

As a very large bear discovered at a Lake Tahoe ice cream parlor, it can be hard to know which flavor to pick without trying all of them.

Central Coast District Leader receives prestigious CVS Health company recognition

Ryan Valmores awarded 2025 National Paragon Award for rising to the challenge

California Could Save $225 Million Yearly By Ditching Return-To-Office Mandate, Audit Finds

Assemblymember Josh Hoover requested the audit and said the findings dispute Newsom's calls for a one-size-fits-all hybrid work order.

Trump Administration Asks Court To Lift Restrictions On SoCal Immigration Stops

The emergency petition comes after an appeals court refused to lift a restraining order barring stops based solely on workplace or language.