Real estate investors scramble for gold in the Mojave Desert
California's Mojave desert is experiencing a new gold rush spurred by high gold prices, revitalizing interest in historic mining towns.
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.
Real estate investors scramble for gold in the Mojave Desert
California's Mojave desert is experiencing a new gold rush spurred by high gold prices, revitalizing interest in historic mining towns.
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.
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.
A century after Owens Valley aqueduct protest, event marks tense time in L.A. water history
The Alabama Gates occupation in 1924 was a significant act of resistance by Owens Valley residents against Los Angeles' water acquisition.
Oakland Museum of California's Free First Sundays (OMCA)
The Oakland Museum of California integrates art, history, and natural science to narrate California's diverse stories.
California's most anti-immigrant law passed 30 years ago. Do Latinos care about it today?
Proposition 187 had lasting effects on immigrant rights and Latino awareness in California, shaping future leaders and political landscapes despite being struck down.
The Explosive History Hidden in Glen Canyon Park | KQED
Glen Canyon Park, once home to the first dynamite factory in America, has a rich history tied to Alfred Nobel and the explosive industry.
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.
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.
A Northern California's town's name recalls the massacre of Indigenous people. Will changing it bring healing?
Kelseyville's name symbolizes a violent history, prompting a community debate on renaming to honor Indigenous heritage.
Walters: California has created many towns, but latest plan stalls amid opposition
The development of new towns in California has been a continuous process since the late 19th century, driven by factors like population growth and the need for different living environments.
155-year-old Coyote train depot takes a road trip to San Jose
California's historic Coyote train depot was moved to History Park in San Jose for renovation into a transportation museum.
Most destructive California wildfires in history
The Camp Fire in Butte County in 2018 holds the record for the most destructive wildfire in California history in terms of the number of structures destroyed.
Opinion: How did a Moroccan pirate queen become the 'Spirit of California'?
The Diego Rivera mural at the City Club of San Francisco depicts the Spirit of California and the state's history.
Rivera's mural is based on a 16th-century novel featuring Queen Calafia, believed to be inspired by a real Muslim queen, Sayyida al Hurra.
Hanging out with the fantastic golf-course foxes of San Jose
The Los Lagos Golf Course in San Jose is home to red foxes that are notorious for stealing items from golfers, including phones and wallets.
The red foxes at Los Lagos Golf Course have a historical presence in California dating back to the 1800s when they were brought for fur farming and hunting purposes.
California to return historic amount of land to Native tribe
California returns 2,820 acres of ancestral land to Shasta Indian Nation as the largest land return in state history, part of reconciliation for historical injustices.
Shasta Indian Nation to get homeland back in largest land return in California history
Governor Newsom supports returning ancestral lands to Shasta Indian Nation as a step towards healing and trust-building with Native American communities.
California to return historic amount of land to Native tribe
California returns 2,820 acres of ancestral land to Shasta Indian Nation as the largest land return in state history, part of reconciliation for historical injustices.
Shasta Indian Nation to get homeland back in largest land return in California history
Governor Newsom supports returning ancestral lands to Shasta Indian Nation as a step towards healing and trust-building with Native American communities.