Wildfires and drought have left California at greater risk of flooding during a monster El Niño, and experts say now is the time to prepare.
The magazine released the list of its top 25 sexiest cities in America, and the Golden State came out on top with cities on the list.
What's the history of Labor Day? Find out here!
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Just in time for Labor Day, here are seven amazing BBQ recipes that also happen to work well for a kosher kitchen.
California urban landscape artist and UC Davis alum Bud Gordon of Sacramento debuts art exhibit.
Free artwalk in downtown Davis. Pop-up art shows, live music, performances, wine, food, and more throughout the evening of September 11th.
Grandparents raising grandchildren were particularly vulnerable.
Patch apologizes on behalf of the news wire service for the confusion.
Alex Guarnaschelli adds Cabernet Sauvignon to the sauce. Plus, how to make refreshing Moscato-Watermelon Smash cocktails!
Hitting the road with the entire fam in tow, including Fifi and Fido? Plan ahead so everyone enjoys the trip.
The first total solar eclipse over the United States in 38 years. But Californians: You'll need to travel to see it.
Whether you're in Southern or Northern California, the readers of Condé Nast Traveler ranked these two cities as the worse.
Patch has a wide array of unique animal stories from around the state this week. Some of the photos are darling.
Here are our top summer recipes, including grilled fruit, fish tacos, wine potato salad. And tricks to slice watermelon and shuck corn!
What is a 'Supermoon?' August's will be the first of three in a row.
Enjoy great food, drinks, live music and jaw-dropping motorcycles on Sept. 26
Meet the furry friends of the Patch family.
Instead of plain cabbage or slaw, this version from Napa Valley Vintners uses a citrus-cucumber relish that makes the dish!
The Real McCoy II ferry will be out of service until Aug. 31.
A 3.8-magnitude quake hit near Healdsburg this morning, with smaller ones logged nearby. Monday is 1-year anniversary of Napa's 6.0.
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We love this simple technique for shucking corn! Never fuss with those pesky corn silks ever again.
NorCal travel specialist lists best features of vessels sailing now and those on the horizon ... Find what best suits you and your family
Get ready: This year's El Niño could be the strongest ever recorded.
It is a sweet, sour, hot and cold, delicious combination!
Where's the cheapest gas in town? Use our map. How about $3.12 per gallon at Davis Circle K?
Warm garlic bread, mozzarella, basil, vinegar ... VERY easy!
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This contest for the annual Half Moon Bay event attracts contenders from across the U.S. Plus, you could win cash!
A month long celebration of arts and culture in Davis, in honor of National Arts and Humanities month.
Here's how to assemble them in a tidy, compact kit to pass the TSA ... and without losing your mind.
Here's why this upcoming view of these "shooting stars" should be spectacular.
Free artwalk in downtown Davis. Pop-up art shows, live music, performances, wine, food, and more throughout the evening of August 14th.