Who is most at risk of drowning? Following an alarming number of tragic drownings in California, we have tips to keep your loved ones safe.
July is National Ice Cream Month, and this Sunday is National Ice Cream Day.
This Patch reader thinks kids and teens are at risk for serious consequences of electronic- device addictions. Do you agree?
I’m helping my mother sell the long-time family home, which means cutting a link to my hometown. I’m disquieted by the change.
Opponents of new law that bars parents from opting their children out of mandatory vaccines are working toward referendum.
The chicken products have been linked to several cases of salmonella.
Have the allegations soured wine drinkers on California's $24.6 billion industry?
Gov. Jerry Brown signed the bill into law Wednesday.
PLEASE HELP TO REHOME ME SO I DON’T GO TO THE SPCA!
ADULT CATS DESPERATELY NEED TO BE REHOMED
Magnolia Antiques & Home Interiors Celebrates 13 Years in Business!
The drones are endangering lives and homes, according to fire managers frustrated by the unauthorized flights.
Three great mixology recipes for those get-togethers on summer nights!
How to Help Your Trees Survive the Drought
Do you know why you should turn down the volume on your phone?
APR can be helpful to compare mortgage loan offers. But it is not the only factor to consider when determining which mortgage is optimal.
This recipe makes a lovely, summertime dessert! (P.S. It's easy.)
The suit asks that protective netting be erected to protect spectators at all major and minor league ballparks.
Victims now can break residential leases without filing police reports or restraining orders.
The California Energy Commission is investigating the spike. Meanwhile, read on for how to find lowest prices in your area.
The legislation was proposed after the June East Bay balcony collapse killed six, including Rohnert Park woman.
A Boy Scout Executive Committee voted to allow gay scout leaders. If ratified, troops would be able to determine their own policies.
#PlutoFly - An instrument designed by Stanford researchers is on board NASA's New Horizons.
Authorities dismissed as a hoax the March abduction claims by the female physical therapist and her boyfriend. Was Sacramento man behind it?
The dish is tossed with a dressing made with Cabernet Sauvignon. It's delicious, Fair Oaks and Carmichael, and easy!
Law students from Stanford offer analysis on the issue if voters do approve ballot measures in 2016.
This is my favorite book for young adults so far this year!
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Shark Week is winding down and Patch has the top shark stories from across California, including recent sightings and useful tips.
Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.
Fans of comic book and pop culture have once again converged to pay homage to their favorite movie and TV characters.
WTF? Some parents say they clearly hear F-bombs coming from the little potty mouths.
UI Online will be available 24 hours and on also on smartphones and tablets.
Local event aims to encourage hope and dispel myths about mental illness.
Customers can enjoy a free small Slurpee on July 11.
The state is reporting more cases this year, and the drought could partially be to blame.
A new study confirms what many Californians already know.
The truth is the "hazard" on our coasts has dropped by 91 percent since 1950, says a Stanford study. Unless you surf in the fall ...