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Aug- 2023 -21 August
Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park Marks 100-Year Milestone with Grand Celebration
Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, a cherished natural haven near Orick, California, is gearing up for a grand celebration to…
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20 August
Bear Cubs Captured in Tahoe Now Thriving at Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue
Three black bear cubs, recently captured in a South Lake Tahoe neighborhood, are flourishing under the care of Sonoma County…
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20 August
Bears Are Climbing Yosemite’s Half Dome. Here’s What to Do if You Encounter One.
Yosemite’s iconic Half Dome, renowned for its breathtaking vistas, might offer more than panoramic views. Recent evidence suggests black bears…
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19 August
Castle Rock State Park Expands by 222 Acres with Santa Cruz Mountains Acquisition
California State Parks and the Sempervirens Fund have unveiled a significant expansion of Castle Rock State Park in Los Gatos,…
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19 August
‘Succession’ Actor Details Her Painful Experience Being Attacked by an Otter in the Feather River
Otters, renowned for their charming habits like hand-holding and rock collecting, are making headlines for their aggressive behavior towards humans.…
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16 August
Woman Dies in Folsom Lake Rope Swing Accident
Kathryn Hoedt, known as “Katie,” tragically lost her life over the weekend in an accident at Folsom Lake. The 23-year-old…
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16 August
Siskiyou County Fire Grows to 1,000 Acres, Forcing Mandatory Evacuations
The Head Fire, situated south of Siskiyou County’s Hamburg community, ignited around 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, prompting urgent evacuation orders…
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16 August
How a Hiker Got Lost, and Was Eventually Found, in Sequoia National Park
A Lake Tahoe resident, embarking on his first solo overnight hike, has been located after going missing within Sequoia National…
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16 August
Incredible Before and After Photos Put the Historic Tahoe Winter into Perspective
Photo: Mt. Rose Last winter saw an unprecedented deluge of snow in certain corners of Lake Tahoe, marking a historic…
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16 August
3,730 Lightning Strikes Ignite Fires Across Northern California
Lightning took center stage over the Sierra and Mendocino regions on Monday, unleashing a total of 3,730 strikes across California.…
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15 August
Annual Snorkel Survey Aims to Monitor Wild Fish Species on the Trinity River
Photo: Shasta Trinity National Forest The thriving ecosystem of the Trinity River basin plays a vital role in sustaining the…
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15 August
Sacramento River Trail Elected to Prestigious Hall of Fame
After a tally of over 30,000 votes, the results are in, and the Sacramento River Rail Trail and Sacramento River…
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15 August
Record Number of Bears Hit by Cars in Lake Tahoe this Month
Photo: California State Parks A critical warning for anyone planning a trip to Lake Tahoe, as this year has witnessed…
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12 August
New Wolf Pack Found in Sequoia National Forest Shocks Wildlife Officials
Photo: CDFW The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has just revealed the shocking discovery of a new gray…
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12 August
Butte Creek Turns Blood Orange After PG&E Canal Failure
Photo by He-Lo Ramirez (via CalTrout) An unsettling sight unfolded on Friday as Butte Creek took on an unexpected hue…
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10 August
The Perseid Meteor Shower is Here and the Conditions Couldn’t Be Better
Get ready for an awe-inspiring cosmic display as the Perseid meteor shower gears up to illuminate the Northern California skies…
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10 August
Kris Kristofferson’s Sprawling Ranch on the Mendocino Coast is Up for Sale – But It’ll Cost You
Kris Kristofferson’s sprawling ranch in Mendocino County. Photo: Sotheby’s International Realty. Country music legend Kris Kristofferson has decided to part…
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10 August
The Removal of Two Eel River Dams is ‘Closer than Ever.’ It Will Create California’s Longest Free-Flowing River.
Scott Dam. Photo by CalTrout. County water agencies and a tribal government have introduced a new plan that brings dam…
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9 August
Brand-New Overlook Unveiled at Tahoe Vista Recreation Area
Photo: California Tahoe Conservancy The Tahoe Vista Recreation Area (TVRA) at North Tahoe Public Utility District (NTPUD) has just been…
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9 August
Study: Warming Pacific Ocean Has Lead to Larger Waves Along the California Coast
The legendary Mavericks waves have increased in size over the past 4 decades Earlier this year, Northern California experienced an…
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8 August
Yosemite is Overflowing with Traffic. Here’s How to Avoid the Crowds this Summer.
Yosemite National Park enthusiasts can look forward to a slight relief from the weekend rush as the reopening of Tioga…
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8 August
Conservation Group Deploys Robot to Clean Lake Tahoe’s Water
Photo: League to Save Lake Tahoe In a bid to safeguard the pristine beauty of Lake Tahoe, a unique aquatic…
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8 August
Farmer’s Almanac Released its 2023-24 Winter Outlook and it Brings Good News for Northern California
The historic winter of 2022-23 buried Highway 80 near Tahoe The much-anticipated winter forecast for 2023/2024 has just been released…
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7 August
Famed 400-Pound Bear ‘Hank the Tank’ Finally Captured in South Lake Tahoe
Wildlife officials successfully immobilized and apprehended the notorious 400-pound black bear known as “Hank the Tank” in South Lake Tahoe.…
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3 August
Star-Studded Lineup Hits Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Series in August
Harrah’s & Harveys Lake Tahoe are gearing up for an electrifying summer concert series at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena…
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3 August
Brand-New Surf Park Coming to Northern California
Surfing enthusiasts in Northern California may soon have the opportunity to catch epic waves without traveling to the coast. This…
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3 August
California Sees Best Start to Wildfire Season in 25 Years
Despite a few fires currently burning throughout California, CalFire is reporting the best start to wildfire season in 25 years…
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2 August
This 2,000-Year-Old Redwood is One of the Tallest in Sonoma. It May Finally Get Protection.
The Clar Tree rises through the canopy on the Russian River Redwoods property. It is one of the oldest and…
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1 August
New ‘Actiontrack’ Chair Will Assist Visitors with Mobility Challenges Explore the NorCal Redwoods
Redwood National and State Parks (RNSP) and Redwood Parks Conservancy (RPC) announced the arrival of a brand-new Actiontrack electric all-terrain…
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1 August
Acquisition Protects 1,172 Acres of Land Along the Pacific Crest Trail in Northern California
The view of Castle Crags from the newly-protected land at Girard Ridge. Photo courtesy of Trust for Public Land. Nature…
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1 August
The First Klamath River Dam is Officially Down
Copco 2 is the first dam on the Klamath River to be deconstructed in the largest dam removal project in…
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1 August
Redding’s Sacramento River Trail Nominated for Prestigious Hall of Fame
The City of Redding and the Bureau of Land Management announced that the Sacramento River and Rail Trails have been…
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Jul- 2023 -31 July
Entrance to National Parks is Free this Weekend. Here’s a Guide to Our Favorites in Northern California.
Walking through a giant sequoia in Yosemite The National Park Service allows free entrance into all National Parks for five…
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31 July
New U.S. Citizens Take Oath at Redwood National and State Parks Naturalization Ceremony
On a misty morning amidst the towering coastal redwoods, Redwood National and State Parks welcomed 26 individuals from across the…
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31 July
Snowpack in the Sierra Sits at an Astounding 1,000% of Normal
The Sierra Nevada Mountains are currently holding a staggering 1,000% of normal snow water equivalents as of July 21, 2023,…
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30 July
New Website Shows All the Wildfire Cameras Around California
Taking a giant leap in bolstering wildfire detection and empowering communities, AlertCalifornia introduced its revolutionary wildfire camera network, allowing everyone…
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30 July
Clean Up The Lake Unveils Revolutionary Environmental Dive Center in Lake Tahoe
Clean Up The Lake, renowned for their 72 Mile Cleanup project, announced the inauguration of their groundbreaking Environmental Dive Center…
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30 July
NorCal Fire Camera Catches a Glimpse of the Aurora Borealis
A wildfire camera in Northern California captured a glimpse of the Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, on…
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28 July
Sites Reservoir Receives $30 Million Boost
In a significant development for water resources in Northern California, Rep. Mike Thompson, D-St. Helena, unveiled the allocation of $30…
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27 July
Redwood Driver Shocks TikTok with Damaging Act at Beloved Monument
A recent incident involving a driver in the Northern California redwoods has sparked outrage among TikTokers as they witnessed the…
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26 July
Study: Lake Tahoe is Brimming with Microplastics
Lake Tahoe, renowned for its crystal-clear waters, has an unexpected problem lurking beneath its pristine surface. A recent paper published…
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26 July
These Are the 3 Best State Parks in Northern California According to Yelp
Yelp, the popular review platform, has unveiled its coveted list of 50 must-visit state parks in the U.S., and Northern…
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25 July
Two Supermoons Will Light Up the Night Sky in August, Including a Rare Blue Moon
An extraordinary astronomical event is set to unfold in August 2023, offering stargazers a double treat of not one but…
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25 July
Yosemite Surpasses 108-Year-Old Record for the Opening of Tioga Road
This past weekend, on July 22nd, National Park officials achieved a historic milestone by opening Yosemite’s Tioga Pass Entrance, marking…
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25 July
Northstar’s Mountain Biking Course Destroyed by Historic Snowpack Over the Winter
Northstar California Resort’s mountain biking officials were met with an unexpected challenge this season as they eagerly awaited the reopening…
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25 July
People Are Rooting for Santa Cruz’s Famed Otter 841 to Elude Captivity. Here’s Why.
Over the past couple of weeks, a charming sea otter known as Otter 841 has become the center of attention…
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25 July
Big Basin Redwoods Celebrates One Year Since Reopening After Devastating Wildfire
Big Basin Redwoods State Park is celebrating its one-year anniversary since reopening its gates to visitors on July 22, 2022,…
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24 July
Yosemite Asking the Public to Help Tackle its Overcrowding Issues
Yosemite National Park seeks the public’s assistance in addressing its challenges with crowding. Taking to social media last week, the…
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24 July
VIDEO: Tahoe Bear Completely Destroys Interior of Car After Getting Trapped Inside
In South Lake Tahoe, a bear created havoc inside a woman’s car after accidentally getting trapped inside. Video footage captured…
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24 July
Mammoth Mountain Extends its Ski Season into August
Thanks to an unprecedented and record-breaking snowfall, the Mammoth Mountain will now remain open every day until August 6, 2023,…
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24 July
Video Shows Plane Crashing into Humboldt’s Shelter Cove
On July 8, an aircraft crashed into the water of Shelter Cove in Humboldt County, approximately 200 yards from the…
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21 July
93-Year-Old Becomes the Oldest Person to Climb Yosemite’s Half Dome
In a remarkable feat of determination and endurance, 93-year-old Everett Kalin achieved an extraordinary milestone by summiting Half Dome on…
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20 July
High Levels of Toxic Lead Found in Lake Tahoe’s Emerald Bay
A recent investigation by The Wall Street Journal has revealed concerning findings regarding high levels of lead in Lake Tahoe,…
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20 July
Injured Woman Rescued Near Natural Waterslide on Shasta Lake
In an impressive display of teamwork and swift action, first responders came to the rescue of an injured woman who…
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20 July
Recreational Razor Clam Fishery Reopens in Del Norte County
Recreational razor clam fishing in Del Norte County has been given the green light by the Director of the California…
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19 July
Yosemite Announces the Long-Awaited Opening of Tioga Road
Exciting news from Yosemite National Park! Get ready, because Tioga Road, the continuation of Highway 120 through the park, will…
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19 July
Native Americans Call for Emergency Stop to Water Diversions from Mono Lake to Los Angeles
Amidst a severe drought linked with global warming, conservation advocates and Native Americans in California are rallying for a temporary…
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18 July
Public Outrage Over Lake Tahoe Beach Litter Spurs Action
Photo: League to Save Lake Tahoe Following the recent international news stories showcasing the shocking images of thousands of pounds…
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18 July
WATCH: Injured Hiker Rescued by CHP Air Team on Mount Shasta
CHP Northern Division Air Operations successfully conducted a daring rescue mission on Sunday, airlifting an injured hiker from Mount Shasta.…
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17 July
Santa Cruz’s Infamous Surfing Otter Eludes Capture from Fish and Wildlife Officials
The elusive surfing otter of Santa Cruz, known for its board-pilfering antics and aggressive behavior towards surfers, managed to evade…
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17 July
Leader of Marijuana Grow Operation in Shasta Trinity National Forest Sentenced to Over 11 Years in Prison
Fidel Sanchez-Cruz, a 42-year-old Mexican national, received a sentence of 11 years and three months in prison, along with a…
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14 July
Missing Hiker’s Body Recovered in Yosemite National Park
The body of the man who went missing in Yosemite National Park prior to the Fourth of July holiday has…
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14 July
Inaugural Watermelon Festival Coming to Redding
Get ready to groove to the watermelon crawl because the North State is hosting its inaugural Watermelon Festival. On July…
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14 July
HEAT WAVE: 110+ Degree Weather Coming to Northern California this Weekend
Northern California is bracing itself for the arrival of its second heat wave of the year, coming just two weeks…
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13 July
Iconic San Francisco Brewery Closes After 127 Years
Northern California’s beloved Anchor Brewing Co., a pioneer in the craft beer industry, will cease operations and liquidate due to…
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13 July
Locals Outraged After Prescribed Burn Damages Famed Sequoia Trees
Northern California’s Calaveras Big Trees State Park, home to the majestic giant sequoias known as “the Orphans,” is facing concerns…
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7 July
Volunteers Clean Up 8,559 Pounds of Trash on Lake Tahoe Beaches After Fourth of July
Photo: League to Save Lake Tahoe After the now infamous photos and videos of trash on Lake Tahoe beaches on…
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7 July
Hiking Tragedy Strikes the Eastern Sierra as Avalanche Claims One Life
Photo: Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center A group of three hikers faced a devastating ordeal on July 2, 2023, when they…
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6 July
Missing Hiker Swept Away by Swift Waters in Yosemite National Park
A tragic incident unfolded in Yosemite National Park as a 24-year-old San Diego State University graduate, Hayden Klemenok, went missing…
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6 July
Highway Through Lassen Volcanic National Park Now Open to the Public
The scenic 30-mile highway winding through Lassen Volcanic National Park has officially opened for the summer season. However, certain sections…
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4 July
Yosemite National Park Overwhelmed with Crowds and Traffic
Yosemite National Park is facing an unprecedented influx of visitors, leading to mind-boggling wait times and even some traffic turning…
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Jun- 2023 -25 June
Lazy Rafting Operations on the Truckee River May Not Open this Summer
Here’s some bummer news for all you NorCal river rats out there – our beloved summer tradition of lazy rafting…
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25 June
Historic Moment Unfolds as First Klamath River Dam Begins Deconstruction
Photo from the Klamath River Renewal Corporation Facebook page In a major step towards complete environmental restoration of the Klamath River,…
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18 June
Lake Oroville is Back at 100% Capacity After Complete Water Transformation
Photo: California Department of Water Resources Lake Oroville, previously a glaring symbol of California’s prolonged megadrought, has made a striking…
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18 June
Major Waterline Replacement Shuts Down Popular Tahoe Destination
D.L. Bliss State Park has some amazing views D.L. Bliss State Park, a beloved gem on the West Shore of…
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18 June
71-Year-Old Man Accused of Sparking Catastrophic Yosemite Wildfire Last Year
In an update to a story we’ve been following closely, a 71-year-old local from Mariposa was apprehended last Friday. Edward…
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11 June
Before and After Satellite Images Show a Complete Water Transformation at Shasta Lake
Shasta Lake has demonstrated a significant recovery after years of severe drought, as latest satellite images reveal the lake has…
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11 June
Vital Roadway into Yosemite Reopens Following Monthlong Closure
A critical segment of Big Oak Flat Road in Yosemite National Park, damaged by storms and closed since May 4,…
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11 June
Redwood Sky Walk at Sequoia Park Zoo Crowned Best Aerial Adventure Park by USA Today
In a significant achievement, the Redwood Sky Walk at Sequoia Park Zoo has been hailed as the best aerial adventure…
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6 June
New Law Threatens the Viability of Brush-Clearing Goat Businesses Who Reduce Wildfire Threat
Photo: Western Grazers As summer nears, hundreds of goats are busy grazing on yellow grass next to a residential complex.…
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5 June
Palisades Tahoe Unveils New Pay-for-Parking Reservation System
The largest ski resort in the Lake Tahoe region, Palisades Tahoe, has recently revealed plans to introduce parking reservations in…
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5 June
See Stunning Footage of the International Space Station Passing Over Lassen Volcanic National Park
On Saturday, the International Space Station (ISS) embarked on another celestial journey across Northern California, this time capturing an extraordinary…
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5 June
Wolverine Spotted in California for Just the Second Time in 100 Years
In a thrilling development, California’s Eastern Sierra Nevada mountains have seen multiple sightings of a wolverine, believed to be the…
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May- 2023 -31 May
Yosemite’s Mist Trail is Currently Overflowing with Water. Here’s What it Looks Like.
The Mist Trail in Yosemite National Park is known to push water onto the steps ascending up to the top…
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31 May
Thousands of Cyclists to Gather for Charity Event on Lake Tahoe Roadways this Weekend
This weekend, Lake Tahoe’s highways will teem with thousands of cyclists for the 30th edition of America’s Most Beautiful Bike…
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30 May
State Farm Halts New Home Insurance in California Due to Wildfire Risks
Photo by Nikolay Maslov State Farm recently declared its decision to discontinue offering home insurance to new clientele in California. This…
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30 May
5 State Parks Open for Day Use in the Tahoe Basin
Sugar Pine State Park The Sierra State Parks Foundation has recently announced that several state parks located in California’s Tahoe…
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28 May
How Scientists Are Using Lasers to Measure Northern California’s Giant Redwoods
The towering California redwoods, some of the planet’s most ancient and tallest trees, present a unique challenge when it comes…
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28 May
Study: Natural Disasters Impact 18% of Camping Plans
Camping is one of the great past times in Northern California, but weather and wildfires have significantly impacted campsite availability…
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28 May
Palisades Tahoe Makes Major Investment in Affordable Housing for Employees
In its recent initiatives to address workforce housing issues, Palisades Tahoe has procured two properties. This includes the Tahoe Vistana…
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25 May
Sempervirens Fund Expands Big Basin Redwoods State Park Conservation Area
The Sempervirens Fund announced the purchase of a 16.5-acre tract of forest, known as the Sterrenzee Ridgetop, which is situated…
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25 May
Yosemite’s Most Popular Trail is Dangerous. A $5 Million Upgrade Hopes to Make it Safer.
Yosemite National Park’s Mist Trail, a seven-mile trek attracting up to 4,000 daily visitors during summer weekends, is renowned for…
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23 May
Inaugural Summit of 50 Regional Leaders Hopes to Tackle Lake Tahoe’s Litter Problem
Photo: Clean Up the Lake The inaugural Lake Tahoe Litter Summit, organized by the non-profit Clean Up The Lake ,…
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22 May
Photos Show Yosemite National Park Flooded as Historic Snowpack Continues to Melt
Photo: Yosemite National Park Recent images from California’s Yosemite National Park reveal the dramatic extent of flooding caused by melting…
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22 May
Spring Mushroom Season Comes Alive in the Shasta McCloud Area
The Shasta-Trinity National Forest, known for its spring wildflowers, hunting, and fishing, is also a popular destination for those on…
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22 May
Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Shakes Humboldt County
On Sunday, Northern California’s coast near Eureka experienced a magnitude 5.5 earthquake, as reported by the United States Geological Survey…
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20 May
4 NorCal Beaches Make List of ‘Best Hidden Beaches’ in America
Wildcat Beach ranked #8 nationally for the “best hidden beaches,” likely because of the beautiful Alamere Falls. Photo by Matt Bennett.…
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20 May
Viral Video of Law Enforcement Shooting Dog on Legal Cannabis Farm in Trinity County Sparks Outrage
Warning: The video at the bottom of the article may be difficult for some people to watch. On May 2,…
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20 May
The ‘Triathlon of the Art World’ Returns to Humboldt County
Photo: Kinetic Grand Championship The Kinetic Grand Championship, often referred to as the “Triathlon of the Art World,” is an…
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20 May
New Agreement Hopes to Bring Salmon and Sturgeon Back to the Yuba River
In an ambitious effort to restore watershed and boost native fish species in California, a collaboration between state, federal, and…
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