To Ease Affordable Housing Crisis, California Views A Broad New Law

The debate around SB 9 centers on equity, social justice, affordability — and whether it benefits residents or developers.

COVID And Kids: Rising Hospitalizations A Growing Concern

The stark progress of the highly transmissible Delta variant has obliterated much of last year’s confidence regarding children and COVID.

Oktoberfest 2021: Guide To The Best In California

The forecast looks wunderbar as German festivals, with beers, brats & polkas aplenty, are back in the Golden State.

Massive Dixie Fire Pushes Toward Susanville; Crews Challenged By Critical Fire Weather

Winds spawned by a new weather system arrived Monday afternoon and pushed the Dixie Fire within a few miles of Susanville.

Shifting COVID Policies Sow Confusion Among California Schools

Amid rising infection rates and changing state and federal guidelines, districts are struggling to navigate the reopening of schools.

15 Restaurants From CA Earn 2021 Wine Spectator Grand Awards

Despite unprecedented challenges due to the pandemic, 2,900 restaurants nationwide were recognized on this year’s list.

Dixie Fire Update: Crews Face More Weather Woes From Forecast Heat, Thunderstorms

The fire has ravaged more than 800 square miles and continues to threaten more than a dozen rural and forest communities.

Dixie Fire Update: Dire Warning For Dixie Firefighters: ‘We Are Warm, We Are Dry, We Are Unstable'

More than 1,100 structures have been destroyed by the fire, growing to more than 510,000 acres nearly a month after it was first sparked.

Dixie Fire Update: Massive Blaze Grows To 501,00 Acres; Widespread Destruction In Greenville; Crews Battle Flames Near China Gulch

The fire has destroyed at least 557 homes and leveled the communities of Greenville and Canyondam.

Scenes From The Dixie Fire

Photojournalist Christian Monterrosa is on the ground documenting the largest wildfire in California's history.

DIXIE FIRE: Raw Video Of Firefight With Dixie Fire In Lassen Volcanic National Park

CBS captures the largest wildfire in California history.

Third Annual Santa Barbara County Farm Day - September 18

Get ready for the third annual Santa Barbara County Farm Day with free, in-person, open farm tours.

Dixie Fire Update: Flames Advancing Toward Janesville; Search For Missing Greenville Residents; Blaze Grows To Near 500,000 Acres

Fueled by strong winds and bone-dry vegetation, the fire has grown to become the largest single wildfire in state history.

Why Young Adult Vaccination Rates Are Stagnating

An entirely different approach is needed to turn the tide on COVID vaccinations among the 18-29 group.

Vibrant Mural; Glowing Sunset; Historic Lighthouse: CA In Photos

It's your state; It's your shot. This is California — in photos.

10 Photos Show Wildfire Decimate California's Greenville

Photos from the Dixie Fire, a 3-week old wildfire that destroyed Greenville. Firefighters are still trying to save Chester.

Update: Dixie Fire Tops 432,000 Acres; Largest Current Wildfire In U.S.; 4 Missing In Plumas County

The fire is only 35% contained and is expected to grow; it currently stands as California's third-largest wildfire in history.

Increasing Number Of Small Businesses Requiring Proof Of COVID Vaccination

With case rates rising once again, businesses with everything to lose are doing what the government will not.

California Farmworkers Still Tending Fields In 114-Degree Heat

Photojournalist David Bacon documents the harsh lives of farmworkers in the San Joaquin Valley.

Dixie Fire Update: Firefighters Battle To Save Chester; ‘We Lost Greenville Tonight'; Wildfire Tops 350,000 Acres

The fire, which started on July 14, grew by 50,000 acres overnight to 322,502 acres. It is 35 percent contained.

Dixie Fire Update: Firefighters Brace For 40 MPH Red Flag Winds; Flames Advance Toward Lake Almanor

As of early Wednesday morning, the fire — the 11th largest in California history — had grown to 274,139 acres with 35 percent containment.

Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals' Suspected At Oil Sites Across California

PFAS chemicals persist indefinitely in the environment and are linked to severe illnesses.

Dixie Fire Update: New Evacuation Orders For Lake Almanor Communities; Flames Threaten Greenville

The fire has grown overnight to 253,052 acres and was 35% contained. There were 5,168 firefighters battling the blaze as of Tuesday morning.

New York, California, and Illinois lose Boomer population

Texas gains Millennials

How Unions And Their Allies Are Trying To Hold Amazon Accountable

Pressure and potential legislation in California could change Amazon's approach to workforce protection and burnout across the U.S.

Sunset Mirage; Poppies In June; Golden Gate Bridge: CA In Photos

It's your state; It's your shot. This is California — in photos.

CA’s Worst, Best Cities For First-Time Homebuyers

Find out which California towns rank among the best and worst cities for first-time homebuyers.

Spices Sold At California Stores Recalled For Salmonella Risk

Four spices produced by Maryland-based McCormick & Co. have been recalled after routine testing found possible salmonella contamination.

Payday Loans Dropped During Pandemic, But Californians Are ‘Not Out Of The Woods'

A new report found a dramatic decrease in Californians’ reliance on payday loans because of pandemic-related government assistance.

Recall Money Wars: What Do Newsom's Million-Dollar Donors Want?

Big financial backers include the unions for teachers and prison guards.

New CA Legislation Shines Light On Algorithm-Driven Workplaces

Assembly Bill 701 requires employers like Amazon to disclose workplace quotas and curbs the ability to penalize workers for “time off-task.”

68 CA Hospitals Named Best In State: U.S. News

New rankings from U.S. News & World Report also highlight the best hospitals by region and specialty in California.

California Expands Access To Health Insurance For Undocumented Immigrants

Immigrant rights advocate Cynthia Buiza explains Gov. Newsom's historic plan to help immigrants receive health care.

State Of Emergency: Watch California Firefighters Escape Inferno

Firefighters statewide are helping to battle three monstrous wildfires after Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency.

4th Graders And Families To Get Free California State Park Passes

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill establishing free annual passes to 19 state parks for fourth-grade students and their families.

Sailboat On The Bay; Butterfly, Bee & Lion — Oh My: CA In Photos

It's your state; It's your shot. This is California — in photos.

CA Launches Program To Get COVID Vaccines Into Doctor Offices

$40 million in grants are available to help doctors' offices and small practices store and administer the vaccines.

As COVID Delta Variant Surges, Businesses Should Follow University Of California's Lead

Vaccine mandates will make campuses safer. It could do the same for workplaces.

California Wine Regions Dominate '10 Best' USA Today Nominations

Wine countries from NorCal to SoCal are in the running for top 10 status. Have a favorite? Cast your vote online.

Will Congress Finally End The Subminimum Wage For Workers With Disabilities?

Representatives could end what critics say is an outdated, “exploitative and discriminatory” legal framework.