PODS® Local Helps Homeowners Declutter and Stage Homes to Sell Faster

Home staging continues to save homeowners time and generate more money from a sale than homes that are not staged.

Patch Parents: CA Baby Food Labels Now Reveal Levels Of Heavy Metals

The FDA also recently set guidelines for levels of lead in processed baby foods. What to know.

Patch Parents: How To Visit California's National Parks For Free

MLK Jr. Day is one of several dates in 2025 when national parks in California and across the country will offer free admission.

Rare Green Flash | Bottlenose Dolphins | Startled Owl: CA In Photos

It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.

CA Guide To Donald Trump’s Inauguration As 47th President

The weekend kicks off Saturday with a fireworks show at one of the President-elect's golf clubs, with inauguration to follow on Monday.

Here’s How Much Money It Takes In CA To Be Middle Class

Hint: it's a lot.

California Abandons Diesel Truck Ban And 3 Other Clean-Air Rules Before Trump Is Sworn In

Because Trump is unlikely to approve them, California has no choice but to abandon its groundbreaking rules for zero-emission trucks.

These 2 Illnesses Are Spiking In CA, CDC Says

Health experts are warning that there's a "high" level of overall respiratory illnesses circulating in California.

How Hot Are CA Metro Housing Markets In 2025? 50 Largest Cities Ranked

Overall, California cities aren't that "hot" when compared with the country's 50 largest cities. See which city ranked 49th.

How California Could Benefit If Trump Actually Dissolved The Education Department

"Academic outcomes certainly aren’t better since the Education Department began operating in 1980."

Fate Of CA Joann's Stores Uncertain As Retailer Declares Bankruptcy

The company believes "a court-supervised sale process is the best course of action," according to its interim CEO.

FDA Bans Red Dye 3 In Food: How It Could Impact CA Products

The Food and Drug Administration banned the dye used in many candies and cakes due to potential cancer risks.

Disaster-Prone California Should Adopt A Preventive Approach, Rather Than A Reactive One

Maybe we need the state to provide basic casualty coverage in a master statewide policy, financed by mandatory fees on property.

These 3 CA Bakeries Are Among The Best In America: NYT

The newspaper spotlighted 22 businesses that represent America’s current “bakery renaissance.”

IRS Sending Out $2.4B In Unclaimed Stimulus Money: What To Know In CA

The IRS payments should start landing in people’s bank accounts and mailboxes in late January.

High Winds Have Worsened CA Wildfires. What Makes Them?

Here's a deeper look at the science behind wind, including what it is, what causes it and how it behaves in the geography around SoCal.

Small California Schools Brace For Layoffs As Congress Slashes Funding For Rural Education

Federal funding for rural schools goes to 39 California counties. School districts in those communities consider the money a lifeline.

Map: How Big Are The LA Fires? Use This Tool To Overlay Them Atop Where You Live

The fires sweeping across Los Angeles County for the past week have burned more than 40,000 acres.

How To See Brightest Comet Of 2025 Over CA This Week

Comet Atlas C/2024 G3 is at its closest point to the sun this week. It won't return for another 160,000 years.

Full Wolf Moon Aligns With Mars Over CA

NASA reports that Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars will align in the night sky this month.

Van Plows Into Pier Crowd | Plane Crashes Into Backyard | CA News

Scrutiny Over Fire Response | Drought Returns | Teacher Sexting Arrest | More Stores Closing | 'Meat Heist' Foiled

Giving Peace A Chance | Historic All-Female Board: CA In Photos

It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.

CA Among 20 Most Conspiracy-Obsessed States In America: Report

The report looked at the number of conspiracy theory searches per 100,000. See which ones Californians are looking at the most.

These CA Counties Show 'Silent Surge' Of COVID-19

Health experts call the uptick in cases a "silent" surge because it comes after a long lull in COVID-19 transmission.

10 Kohl's Stores Closing In California

Kohl's plans to close 27 underperforming stores by April, including 10 stores in the Golden State.

Best And Worst Places For Job Hunting In CA: Report

With the new year bringing the chance for new beginnings,​ WalletHub recently released its report on the Best Cities for Jobs in 2025.

3 CA Families Among The Richest In U.S.: Forbes

According to updated rankings from Forbes, three California families are among the nation's wealthiest by net worth.

9 Macy's Stores To Close In California

Macy's is shuttering 66 stores as part of a turnaround plan to save the company. See which locations are closing.

These 5 CA Companies Are The Most Trusted In The U.S.

To compile its list of most trusted companies, Newsweek partnered with Statista to survey approximately 25,000 consumers.

'It's Killing Me': This Ingredient Is Hurting CA Restaurant's Wallets

“All you can do is reduce service and raise prices, but there is no room to raise anymore," one restaurant owner told SFGATE.

Earthquakes Strike Near Grapevine, Isla Vista

The two earthquakes struck Thursday morning as wildfires further south continued to ravage the Los Angeles area.

National Day Of Mourning For Jimmy Carter: What’s Open, Closed In CA

President Joe Biden declared Thursday a national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter, who died last month.

Real ID Deadline Just Months Away: What To Know In CA

The Real ID Act of 2005 was originally supposed to take effect in 2008 but has been delayed for multiple reasons.

CA's $322B Budget Proposal: Reviving Hollywood Jobs, Free Preschool

Newsom's plan does not report a deficit, but California is still waiting to see if Trump will revoke billions in federal dollars.

Social Security Benefits To Increase Under New Law: What To Know In CA

President Biden just signed the Social Security Fairness Act, which expands benefits to former teachers, police officers and more workers.

New Homelessness Data: How Does CA Compare To The Rest Of The Country?

Homelessness grew just 3% in California last year, compared to 18% nationwide.

Whale Sightings | Golden Hour | Ohlone People Sculpture: CA In Photos

It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.

21 Weird Stories Of 2024: Bear Impersonators, Ashes On Disneyland Ride

These top "weird news" stories of 2024 are sure to make you stop and laugh — or just stop.

5 Winter Staycations In California

No matter the season, California has no shortage of places to see. Here are a few ideas to kickstart your next trek in the new year.

Patch Parents: Best Things To Do With Kids In January In California

From Disney On Ice and Monster Jam events, to Lunar New Year celebrations, here are some of the best things to do with kids in January.