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A California policy that’s been delayed amid backlash could force millions of homeowners to rip out flowers, gardens and bushes near their homes to mitigate against the deadly wildfires that tore ...

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The fight over California's new congressional map, designed to help Democrats flip congressional House seats, will go to court Monday as a panel of federal judges considers whether the district ...

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Four children and one adult died Sunday in a fire at a home in the Central California city of Porterville, fire officials said. Firefighters responded at about 11:18 p.m. to the home in the area of ...

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This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. A court ruled a statewide Cal Fire program risks making fires worse by removing native chaparral and allowing the ...

Ever had that moment when you stumble upon a place so perfect you want to keep it secret but also can’t stop talking about it? That’s Quincy, California for you – a hidden Sierra Nevada jewel where ...