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East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Oceano Dunes off-roading area temporarily closed to protect shorebirds

Off-roading and camping at Oceano Dunes are suspended to protect threatened snowy plovers after a federal ruling requiring a permit for incidental harm.
Miami food
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Learning to fly from the ground up: Owl sighting in Redondo Beach sparks public service announcement

Young owls in Redondo Beach face challenges learning to fly due to palm trees lacking branches, prompting police to educate residents on how to help.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 day ago

Placer County Planning Commission, CA, Unanimously Recommends Approval of Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan - SnowBrains

The Placer County Planning Commission recommended approval of the Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan, reflecting extensive community input and collaboration.
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

ZGF Architects Nears Completion of Los Angeles Air and Space Center Housing Space Shuttle Endeavour

The new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, designed by ZGF Architects, is a 200,000-square-foot addition that will nearly double the Science Center's educational exhibit space.
Science
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

From the Startup Battlefield stage to the International Space Station: geCKo Materials built a sticky product | TechCrunch

Navigating legal processes is crucial for deep tech startups to successfully transition from laboratory breakthroughs to scalable businesses.
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
2 days ago

Wildcoast House / Pandolfini Architects

Wildcoast House is designed with three curving walls, providing a private retreat in the coastal environment of the Mornington Peninsula.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Sunset Dunes opponents appeal S.F. court decision to keep Great Highway a park

Residents are appealing a court decision that upheld a ballot measure closing the Great Highway to vehicles for a new city park.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

The ocean off California keeps breaking heat records

An extreme marine heat wave off California is breaking records and could impact coastal weather and ecosystems for months.
SOMA, SF
fromThesanjoseblog
4 days ago

Earth Day Celebration Brings Family Fun and Coyote Valley Insights to Santana Row

Santana Row will host a free Earth Day celebration on April 19, 2026, featuring activities, crafts, and habitat restoration displays.
#channel-islands-national-park
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago
Travel

This National Park Is Known as the 'Galapagos of North America'-and It's Home to 145 Species Found Nowhere Else on Earth

Channel Islands National Park offers unique ecosystems and wildlife, accessible only by boat or plane, with no motorized vehicles allowed.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago
Travel

One of America's Most Pristine National Parks Is Only Accessible by Boat-and It's Called the 'Galapagos of North America'

Channel Islands National Park is a remote, biodiverse, largely undisturbed island park offering unique marine and terrestrial wildlife experiences but receives relatively few visitors.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

This National Park Is Known as the 'Galapagos of North America'-and It's Home to 145 Species Found Nowhere Else on Earth

Channel Islands National Park offers unique ecosystems and wildlife, accessible only by boat or plane, with no motorized vehicles allowed.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago
Travel

One of America's Most Pristine National Parks Is Only Accessible by Boat-and It's Called the 'Galapagos of North America'

fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

This New California Resort Will Have a Self-serve Wine Wall, a Whale Watch Alert System, and the Largest Pool in Pismo Beach

"Pismo Beach represents the soul of the classic California beach town, and Pacific Point Resort serves as a front-row seat to its natural wonders," says Heather Stege, chief operating officer of Peregrine Hospitality, the hotel's owner and operator. "We designed the property to celebrate the local wildlife as a central part of the guest journey, ensuring the Pacific is always the main attraction."
Portland food
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

I Grew Up in L.A., and I Think This Is the Most Underrated Beach Town-With the Bluest Waters in Southern California

Laguna Beach takes its history and cultural heritage seriously—from the earliest Western settlers who set up artist studios, to our Indigenous peoples who made this special place home thousands of years ago.
LA real estate
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

A giant cell tower is going to space this weekend

The mission will carry AST SpaceMobile's BlueBird 7 satellite to low Earth orbit. Instead of blanketing the region with thousands of small satellites like Amazon and SpaceX, AST's plan is to deploy fewer satellites that are much more powerful.
Science
#sunset-dunes
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

Sunset Dunes One Year Out: They Built It, and People Came - Streetsblog San Francisco

Sunset Dunes park celebrates its one-year anniversary with over 1.7 million visitors, boosting local businesses and enhancing community engagement.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

I Drove California's Central Coast -and These Stylish Motels Were the Highlight of the Road Trip

The Milestone Mo-Tel, an elegant, whitewashed structure modeled on an old Spanish mission, marked the beginning of a new form of accommodation and an entire travel movement.
Berlin
#california
California
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

9 Best California Beach Towns for Surfing, Seafood, and Storybook Coastal Charm, According to a Local

California's coastline features diverse beach towns, each offering unique experiences from surfing to scenic views.
SF politics
fromABC30 Fresno
3 weeks ago

California sues Trump to keep shut oil pipeline on Santa Barbara coast

California sued the Trump administration to block the use of emergency authority for restarting an offshore oil operation shut down over a decade ago.
California
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

9 Best California Beach Towns for Surfing, Seafood, and Storybook Coastal Charm, According to a Local

California's coastline features diverse beach towns, each offering unique experiences from surfing to scenic views.
SF politics
fromABC30 Fresno
3 weeks ago

California sues Trump to keep shut oil pipeline on Santa Barbara coast

California sued the Trump administration to block the use of emergency authority for restarting an offshore oil operation shut down over a decade ago.
#spacex
fromFast Company
1 week ago
Startup companies

Inside the SpaceX founder factory-and the race to solve the next generation of impossible problems

Science
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Southern California sky is lit up by Valentine's Day SpaceX launch

SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 from Vandenberg carrying 24 Starlink satellites, producing a visible sky spectacle and possible sonic booms across Southern California.
Science
fromFuturism
2 months ago

SpaceX Is Building Its Own Particle Accelerator

SpaceX is building a 230 MeV cyclotron in Florida to perform in-house proton radiation testing on electronics, including Starlink satellites.
Science
fromTESLARATI
3 days ago

The Starship V3 static fire everyone was waiting for just happened

SpaceX completed a full-duration static fire of 33 Raptor 3 engines, signaling the imminent launch of Starship V3.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Inside the SpaceX founder factory-and the race to solve the next generation of impossible problems

Most SpaceX alumni founders shift focus from space to industries like agriculture, construction, and manufacturing, creating a new industrial sector in the U.S.
Science
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Second SpaceX Satellite Abruptly Explodes

SpaceX lost control of two Starlink satellites due to anomalies, resulting in fragmentation and raising concerns about space debris.
SF parents
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Outdoor school could avoid closing if it moves to Cupertino - San Jose Spotlight

Walden West Outdoor School may temporarily relocate to Cupertino during renovations, pending agreements and support from local school districts.
East Bay real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Mountain View plans expansion of Shoreline RV parking program - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View is expanding its safe parking program by adding spaces for oversized and commuter vehicles to support residents living in vehicles.
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Suspicious vehicle triggers lockdown at America's nuclear testing base

Base officials stated that personnel from the 30th Security Forces Squadron responded to the suspicious vehicle around 10.10am local time, detaining one person at the scene for questioning.
Mission District
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Artemis II splashdown: Orion capsule scheduled to land off California coast at just after 5pm local time live updates

The Orion capsule's splashdown is scheduled for 5:07 PM PT, following a detailed timeline of events leading to reentry.
Mission District
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Liccardo asks House to urge agencies to secure new Moffett commissary site by 2029

Bay Area's only commissary for military families may close without a deal by 2029, impacting access to discounted groceries.
Renovation
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Google unveils historic restoration of Hangar One in Mountain View - San Jose Spotlight

Hangar One has been restored to its original form, free of toxic chemicals, marking a significant milestone for technology and innovation.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

SpaceX launch tonight: When to scan the sky

SpaceX's Falcon 9 is set to launch 25 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base to low-Earth orbit at 10:16 p.m. Monday, according to a post by the company. The launch will stream live on SpaceX's website and X account, starting five minutes before launch time.
Silicon Valley
#nasa
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago
Science

Mountain View's NASA Ames plays role in upcoming moon mission - San Jose Spotlight

NASA's Artemis II mission aims to send astronauts on a 10-day journey around the moon, preparing for future lunar landings.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago
Science

How Bay Area's NASA Ames Research Center is playing pivotal role in Artemis II mission

NASA Ames Research Center plays a crucial role in Artemis II, providing key items like the heat shield and conducting wind tunnel tests.
Science
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Mountain View's NASA Ames plays role in upcoming moon mission - San Jose Spotlight

NASA's Artemis II mission aims to send astronauts on a 10-day journey around the moon, preparing for future lunar landings.
Science
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

How Bay Area's NASA Ames Research Center is playing pivotal role in Artemis II mission

NASA Ames Research Center plays a crucial role in Artemis II, providing key items like the heat shield and conducting wind tunnel tests.
Silicon Valley food
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

I've Lived in California for 25 Years-and This Seaside Town Is a True Hidden Gem

Summerland has transformed from a quiet coastal town into a charming destination with upscale shops and attractions while maintaining its small-town character.
Wellness
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

7 Wellness Towns in California for Peaceful Living-With Serene Nature, Farm-to-Table Food, and Scenic Views

California's smaller wellness towns offer health benefits, outdoor access, and peaceful living with diverse landscapes and year-round sunshine outside major cities.
#land-conservation
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Test aircraft with nuclear capabilities apparently seen flying over Calif.

The triangular, highly advanced bomber, which still appears to be in its testing phase, is 'designed to deliver both conventional and nuclear payloads' and will ultimately form 'the backbone of the future Air Force bomber force.' The aircraft was spotted as the U.S. continues to wage war on Iran, and just a few days earlier, the Boeing E-6B Mercury - colloquially known as the 'Doomsday Plane' - was seen flying low over the Fresno area.
Roam Research
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Tiny UK island's residents first in line to watch rocket launches

SaxaVord Spaceport on Unst is gearing up for its inaugural test launch in the coming months, featuring a rocket developed by German firm RFA. The Shetland Islands facility has confirmed a limited number of viewing passes for a designated remote area, which will first be offered to Unst's approximately 600 inhabitants.
UK news
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Oil flows through Santa Barbara coastal pipeline for first time in decade amid Trump fight with California

Offshore oil pipelines in California resumed operations after a decade-long shutdown following Trump's executive order invoking the Defense Production Act, escalating conflict between federal and state authorities over energy policy.
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Florida space coast cities abuzz before Nasa's Artemis launch: At the doorstep of the future'

Artemis II marks the first human moon mission since 1972, symbolizing a significant step for NASA and the revival of Florida's space coast.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Redwire and Bridger Aerospace Are Drawing New Analyst Attention in the Aerospace Sector

Truist's upgrade centers on two key arguments. First, the firm believes that the improving program mix and further progress on development contracts lends more confidence that estimate-at-completion charges should potentially moderate in coming periods - a direct response to the EAC adjustments that have repeatedly pressured margins. Second, new CFO Chris Edmunds has set low and achievable targets for 2026, which frames the guidance range of $450 million to $500 million in revenue as a floor rather than a stretch.
Venture
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

The Life-Affirming Beauty of California's Channel Islands

The Channel Islands offer natural wonder and wildlife encounters, providing restorative experiences through sailing and exploration of this eight-island California archipelago.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Startup Varda Space Industries snags former Mattel plant in El Segundo

Varda will occupy a 205,443-square-foot industrial and office campus at 2031 E. Mariposa Ave., which will give it additional capacity to manufacture spacecraft at scale, the company said. Originally built in the 1940s as an aircraft facility, the complex has a history as part of aerospace and defense industries that have long shaped the South Bay and is near a host of major defense and space contractors.
Los Angeles
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
20 years ago

An upscale enclave close to landings and sea

Ladera Heights is an affluent, predominantly African American community near LAX and Marina del Rey known for large homes, ocean views, and the nickname 'black Beverly Hills.'
California
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

California city approved housing near the airport. Then it got noisy.

A 21-unit housing development near Watsonville Municipal Airport was defeated in court due to inadequate noise impact analysis and the city's failure to follow state aviation safety requirements for land use planning.
Renovation
fromLos Angeles Times
12 years ago

Architecture adds an upgrade to affordable housing in Santa Monica

Community Corp. of Santa Monica develops affordable housing that respects neighborhood character while incorporating sustainable design and community amenities like the Boys' & Girls' Club.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

VA promises hundreds of tiny homes on its West L.A. campus; veterans want something nicer

VA plans up to 800 tiny 8-by-8-foot homes on the West L.A. campus, which disabled veterans say are unsuitable because of size, accessibility, and safety concerns.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
8 years ago

Neighborhood Spotlight: Catalina Island

Santa Catalina Island has been inhabited for over 7,000 years, evolving from a Gabrielino settlement to a Spanish-named territory and eventually a Southern California resort destination.
Real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
23 years ago

Downtrodden Downtown Builds a New, Upscale Identity in Ventura

Ventura's downtown is experiencing economic revival through new restaurants, theaters, boutiques, and residential development, transforming from a neglected seaside resort into a prosperous beach town destination.
#starbase
Science
fromMail Online
1 month ago

NASA spacecraft lands in the Pacific Ocean near the Galapagos Islands

NASA's Van Allen Probe A satellite, in orbit for over 14 years, re-entered Earth's atmosphere and crashed into the East Pacific Ocean near the Galapagos Islands with minimal risk to human life.
#real-estate-development
fromLos Angeles Times
11 years ago
East Bay real estate

Long-delayed seaside home project in San Clemente gets back on track

A long-stalled 248-acre seaside residential development in San Clemente resumes construction after a new developer acquires the property for over $200 million, planning 309 single-family homes on previously disputed coastal land.
fromLos Angeles Times
37 years ago
LA real estate

House Builder to Buy, Develop La Costa Ranch Land

Fieldstone Co. agreed to purchase La Costa Ranch for $250 million to develop 3,500 single-family homes in Carlsbad, with a partnership to develop additional acreage in Scripps Ranch.
East Bay real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
11 years ago

Long-delayed seaside home project in San Clemente gets back on track

A long-stalled 248-acre seaside residential development in San Clemente resumes construction after a new developer acquires the property for over $200 million, planning 309 single-family homes on previously disputed coastal land.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
37 years ago

House Builder to Buy, Develop La Costa Ranch Land

Fieldstone Co. agreed to purchase La Costa Ranch for $250 million to develop 3,500 single-family homes in Carlsbad, with a partnership to develop additional acreage in Scripps Ranch.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

A coastal Santa Cruz property comes with bunker and radio stations for $8.9M

A Santa Cruz oceanfront property with two operating radio stations, lagoon access, and development potential is listed for $8.9 million amid surging tech-driven real estate prices in the area.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Should some L.A. beaches be a national park? It's being studied. Here's how you can weigh in

The National Park Service is studying whether parts of the Los Angeles coastline from Will Rogers to Torrance Beach could become a national park.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

26-year-old surfer clings to lobster trap buoy to survive strong Santa Barbara area waves

A 26-year-old night surfer was rescued about a quarter-mile offshore at Haskell's Beach after holding a lobster trap buoy; he sustained no injuries.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
26 years ago

Principal Interest in Montecito

Priscilla Presley sold three acres in Montecito to Victoria Principal for approximately $3 million, abandoning her original development plans for the property.
Science
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Rapid Space Launches Shifting the Chemistry of Earth's Atmosphere

Increased satellite launches and spacecraft reentry are releasing metal aerosols into Earth's atmosphere, potentially damaging the ozone layer and altering stratospheric chemistry.
Environment
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Watch: Aerial footage of stunning Santa Clara County ranch that sold for $63 million

Peninsula Open Space Trust purchased 6,114 acres of Sargent Ranch for $63.7 million to preserve it as open space in perpetuity.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Coastal Act turns 50: How a law shaped California's coastal identity

California's 50-year-old Coastal Act has successfully balanced development with public access, preventing overdevelopment while protecting natural landscapes and maintaining the state's 1,200-mile shoreline.
Travel
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

California's Snoopy-themed airport isn't just a gimmick. It's thriving.

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport integrates Peanuts-themed design throughout, offering a compact, convenient airport experience featuring prominent Snoopy and Peanuts character displays.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 years ago

Neighborhood Spotlight: El Segundo

In a widely cited (and likely apocryphal) exchange the bewildered conductor cried, 'But there's nothing here!' Alighting the stopped train, one of the Standard Oil men is said to have replied: 'No, but there will be.' Nothing is precisely what they were looking for. They needed a blank space along the coast on which to build a refinery to complement the company's existing facility nearly 400 miles to the north in Richmond.
LA real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: Saratoga Council retreat focused on building a balanced future

The retreat is an opportunity to step away from the regular meeting agenda and focus on long-term planning, priorities and the financial health of our city. These retreats are an important part of good governance, allowing the council and city staff to look ahead thoughtfully and ensure we are aligned on the challenges and opportunities before us.
California
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
7 years ago

Neighborhood Spotlight: Aerospace and water make up what Lancaster is today

Lancaster's founding and development depended on underground aquifers and railroad water needs, later sustained by the Los Angeles Aqueduct and aerospace industry growth.
California
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Is the 'Crown Jewel' of California's State Parks-and It Has Crystal-blue Water, Whales, and Stunning Coastal Views

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve preserves dramatic coastal scenery, abundant wildlife, and both terrestrial and marine habitats, offering outstanding visitor experiences year-round with careful stewardship.
Environment
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

This Massive Stretch of California's Sonoma Coast Just Opened to the Public for the First Time in 100 Years

The Estero Americano Coast Preserve, a 547-acre coastal area near Bodega Bay, reopened to the public after 100 years, offering trails and a sheltered beach.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Calif. nonprofit opens coastal Bay Area preserve. Neighbors hate it.

It was off-limits to the public for a century until recently, when a nonprofit land trust called the Wildlands Conservancy liberated the coastline following 10 years of planning. Accessing the preserve is allowed after reaching the farthest end of Bodega Harbour, a scenic coastal community of 700 homes linked within an 18-hole golf course. But once word about the hike began to spread last month, locals began saying their neighborhood was upended overnight by hundreds of cars.
Environment
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Here's what's in store for Santa Clara County in 2026

The past year ushered in a new age of fiscal challenges for the county as President Donald Trump and a Republican-controlled Congress passed legislation last summer that triggered unprecedented cuts to the federal Medicaid program. Known as Medi-Cal in California, the program provides health insurance to low-income and disabled individuals. As the operators of the second-largest county health and hospital system in the state, Trump's landmark tax-and-spending bill has left a giant hole in Santa Clara County's growing budget for the coming years.
California
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Here's what's in store for Santa Clara County in 2026

Federal cuts to Medi-Cal created a roughly $1 billion annual budget gap, forcing Santa Clara County to raise sales taxes and prioritize preserving core services.
Environment
fromKqed
2 months ago

Residents Challenge Official Response A Year After Moss Landing Battery Plant Fire | KQED

Residents reported health symptoms and uncertainty after a battery plant fire while air monitoring focused near the plant left broader exposures and impacts unassessed.
fromLos Angeles Times
26 years ago

Ahmanson Ranch

Formal groundbreaking for the Ahmanson Ranch project, a town-style development on 2,800 acres in the Simi Hills in southeastern Ventura County, will not take place until 2001. However, the project has already achieved historic status for the size of the private-to-public land transfer it produced and for reviving a design concept that marks a major departure from the car-dependent suburban enclave typical of the postwar era.
LA real estate
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago

AVX Networks awarded last-mile grant for subsea fiber to Catalina Island

Owned and operated by AVX Networks, the project will extend high-capacity submarine fiber connectivity originating from Huntington Beach in Orange County, delivering reliable broadband access to approximately 3,700 to 4,400 year-round residents across roughly 1,200 housing units on Catalina Island, where a significant portion of the population identifies as Hispanic or Latino. The new infrastructure will enable expanded telework, telehealth, and educational access, helping residents overcome geographic isolation while supporting workforce mobility and long-term economic participation.
California
Science
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Private Space Station Being Assembled for Launch

Private companies are developing commercial space stations to replace the ISS, with startup Vast building Haven-1 targeting an early 2027 launch on a Falcon 9.
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