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Fees will provide mammograms to California’s underserved women.
Mother Nature kept Californians humble as she unleashed a wide range of natural disasters across the state.
This year is shaping up to be one of the deadliest since 2007 and the economy is partly to blame.
San Ramon takes the top spot
Patch has had a wide array of unique animal stories from around the state this week. Some of the photos are incredible.
New migration data from IRS tracked those who left and those who arrived
He stashed the winning lottery ticket in a children's book until he could cash it in.
The terrorist attacks changed many lives forever--even those thousands of miles away from the terrible destruction.
Save those dates! May 5-8.
Red Cross partnership with 9/11 Day encourages people to give blood to honor those lost on 9/11. Find out how you can give the gift of life.
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!
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.
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!
Deadline for students to apply is Sept. 14.
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 in Roseville.
Free shredding event coming up in Vacaville.
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!
It was 3:20 a.m. one year ago today that the earthquake hit. “We have had an amazing recovery," mayor says.
The Real McCoy II ferry will be out of service until Aug. 31.