Wildfire Update: Progress On Rey Fire, Chimney Fire; New Fires Sparked Over WeekendAugust 29, 2016Cal Fire says more than 12,000 firefighters are currently battling 13 large wildfires in California. While the milder weather over the weekend allowed crews to make progress on existing fires, three new fires started.
Officials: Woman Driving On Rim Sparks California WildfiresAugust 29, 2016(AP) - Fire officials in southern California say a car driven by a woman high on drugs has sparked several wildfires that so far have burned 450 acres and prompted evacuations.
Burning Man Gets Mixed Reaction In Nearby Small Nevada TownAugust 29, 2016(AP) - The start of Burning Man this week means a mix of excitement and bitterness to the tiny town of Gerlach.
Police Find No Gunman At LAX After Active-Shooter ScareAugust 29, 2016(AP) - Police say no gunman has been found and no shots were fired at Los Angeles International Airport after reports of an active shooter brought a scare to hundreds of travelers.
State GovernmentUtilities Commission Overhaul Moving In Last Days Of SessionAugust 29, 2016 | Ben BradfordSignificant changes to the California Public Utility Commission are moving through the state Legislature in the final week of this year's session.
Magnitude-4.5 Earthquake Hits Remote Northern CaliforniaAugust 28, 2016(AP) - A light earthquake has shaken a remote section of Northern California. The quake was felt 100 miles away in Eureka, but there are no reports of damages or injuries.
Wildfire Update: New Fires Burning Despite Milder WeatherAugust 28, 2016Milder weather conditions have allowed firefighters to make progress on wildfires burning throughout California over the weekend. But two new fires sprang up in Kern County Saturday, and another, in Calaveras County, started Sunday.
EnvironmentNorthern Spotted Owl Added To Endangered Species ListAugust 27, 2016(AP) - Wildlife officials say the northern spotted owl has been listed under the California Endangered Species Act.
Border Patrol Seizes $3M In Cash Destined For MexicoAugust 26, 2016(AP) - The Border Patrol says it's arrested two men they believe tried to smuggle $3 million in cash into Mexico from California.
Washoe County Officials Confirm Zika In Pregnant WomanAugust 26, 2016(AP) - Northern Nevada health officials say they've confirmed Zika in a pregnant woman who traveled abroad.
