Thousands flee, some stay as Thompson fire burns across Northern California
OROVILLE, Calif. — When authorities ordered Brian Wong and his neighbors to evacuate as the Thompson Fire approached the town…
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Photos: Northern California's Thompson Fire forces evacuations
Firefighters are battling a growing wildfire in Northern California that has forced the evacuation of at least 13,000 people and…
Sewage spills cause beach closures in Morro Bay and San Diego
Weekend swimmers across California were warned to stay out of the water due to bacterial contamination caused by sewage spills.…
Couple found dead in Angel Falls, near Yosemite: “James died like a hero”
A Madera County couple was found dead in Angel Falls last week, prompting authorities to remind summer hikers of the…
Man survives 10 days in California desert without food
Lost in the Santa Cruz Desert, Lukas McClish began screaming for help, realizing he was pushing his body to the…
Synchronized swimming is even more impressive when you know its history.
Book Review Swimming Pretty: The untold story of women in the water By Vicki ValosikLive Law: 432 pages, $28.99If you…
The Mono Zeug cutlery set provides elegance and comfort.
Collage with Mono Silver Zeug cutlery set. (Beth Hoeckel / for The Times) June is a feeling that floats through…
Despite investigation, water agency leader says agenda hasn't changed
In the three years that Adel Hagekhalil has led California's largest urban water provider, the CEO has tried to focus…
A 26 kilo rabbit is rescued on a Santa Cruz highway
In the dead of night, a construction crew working along a Santa Cruz highway this week discovered a large rabbit…
Water bill reduced by 90% after Los Angeles family swapped lawns for native plants
Water-hungry lawns are symbols of Los Angeles' past. In these seriesWe highlight patios with alternative low-water landscaping built for the…