Rock climbers flock to the cliffs at Point Dume for some of the best climbing in Southern California. Even if you’re not scaling the rocks yourself, it’s fun to watch these daring folks defy gravity.

The Madre Fire in San Luis Obispo County grew to 52,500 acres entering the Fourth of July weekend. See where California wildfires are burning.

Independence Day Fireworks Festival – South El Monte: The city kicks off Independence Day early with games, music and food vendors, 6-9:30 p.m. July 3. Live music by Steel Rod, 7-9 p.m. Fireworks, 9 p ...

Sperm whale, the largest toothed sea creature, was sighted off California coast near Monterey Bay, thrilling onlookers with its rare appearance, the group said.

Pacific Gas and Electric Company is warning that it could pro-actively cut power in portions of 15 California counties through the weekend for more than 9,000 customers in Northern California.

An “exciting sighting” of a sea creature occurred in California. Getty Images/iStockphoto A “dynamic day” on the water was filled with massive sea creatures off the California coast.

These are the best restaurants in California. From San Diego to the Bay Area and wine country, our food critic guides you to the best dining spots in the state.

‘Mayday, mayday’: Pilot reported problem before plane crashed off California coast The Cessna had six people on board and had intended to fly to Phoenix ...

According to the online flight tracking website FlightAware, a Cessna 414 took off from San Diego International Airport at 12:24 p.m. Sunday, bound for Phoenix.

Near-shore tsunamis, those triggered by earthquakes just off the coast, could pose a particularly dire risk for California's heavily populated coastal communities.

Tsunamis pose a risk to the entirety of the California coast. But should a major one strike, how bad could it be?