A journey to Corn Springs, California, turns up traces of Indigenous and mining histories in the heart of the Chuckwalla ...

U.S. troops are sharing command stations and vehicles with civilian immigration authorities at the southern U.S. border under ...

Whether its the imminent threat of climate change, destructive weather systems or the toll of human impact, some of Earth's most incredible, important and enchanting corners are facing a precarious ...

For 37 years — in a searing California desert — runners from across the globe have embarked on a 135-mile race through one of the hottest places ...

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The 21-year-old who is accused of killing the 75-year-old long-time Bass Lake realtor Robert Boyajian pleaded not guilty in court Friday. On Thursday, ...

While these three releases have dominated the Game of the Year conversation, there are still yet-to-be-released games on the ...

This famous California national park is home to an incredible medley of hazards, all of which make it one of the most dangerous spots to camp in.

The California Department of Water Resources leadership has identified widening Paradise Cut as a pivotal project that would ...

Fishing in San Pablo Bay has been picking up. Sharks, rays and striper are all being caught in decent numbers, and halibut is ...