#california-history

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1 day ago
Mission District

Hike to the Ruins of '60s Marin Hippie Commune and a 1000-Year-Old Village

Olompali State Historic Park offers a rich historical and natural experience, tracing the legacy of the 'Chosen Family' and the area's indigenous roots.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

DOGE terminates grant for Bay Area museum that won national award: 'We are scrambling'

The Peralta Hacienda Historical Park's funding is at risk, impacting education about local history for thousands of students.
Silicon Valley food
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

One of California's most historic streets could disappear forever

China Alley's future is uncertain but holds potential for revitalization as a significant landmark.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
California

Opinion: How Los Angeles ended up with the same nickname as the Confederacy

California's 'Southland' nickname reflects a complex history of regional and political polarization rooted in the Civil War era.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Dolores Madrigal, Plaintiff in Landmark Sterilization Case, Dies at 90

Dolores Madrigal's case was instrumental in exposing coercive sterilizations of Latina women, sparking vital reforms in healthcare consent practices.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
5 months ago
Science

Should Offshore Oil Rigs Be Turned into Artificial Reefs?

California's offshore oil platforms have a limited lifespan, leading to many being shut-in and awaiting decommissioning.
fromSFGATE
6 months ago
Travel

I explored a curious California gold mine on the way to Tahoe

California's Sierra Nevada foothills preserve the haunted legacy of the gold rush through historical sites and intriguing stories, attracting tourists with varied interests.
fromsfist.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

35 Years Ago Today, the Loma Prieta Earthquake Shook the Bay Area, Took 63 Lives

The Loma Prieta Earthquake significantly impacted California, highlighting the importance of preparedness and changes in urban safety standards.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago

Three miles of scenic Northern California coastline preserved in major redwoods deal

Save the Redwoods League purchase protects and expands scenic lands around Fort Ross, ensuring the area's historical beauty for future generations.
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