By Cristina Bolis Napa Valley has always held a special allure for me, a land where rolling vineyards meet sun-soaked hills, and every sip of…
The Napa Valley Wine Train Photo by Cristina Bolis
Contemporary Southern California couldn’t be much further in time and space from the ancient civilizations of Greece, Rome and Etruria. However, at the Getty Villa…
A roundup of the biggest news stories in California this week… This July Was Death Valley’s Hottest Month in History Death Valley National Park experienced…
July, 2024 was the hottest month ever in Death Valley (Photo courtesy of NPS)
With vibrant and artsy Oakland as its urban hub, the East Bay is a fantastic destination for a family getaway. Adding to its appeal are…
A resident lion at Oakland Zoo (Photo by California News Press)
A roundup of the biggest news stories in California this week… Park Fire Grows into the Largest Wildfire in California This Year The Park Fire,…
Cal Fire photo of the Park Fire in Butte County, taken on July 25, 2024 (Photo by Cal Fire)
By J.C. Thomas By mid-1965, the singer-songwriter Johnny Cash had become a huge star – a prolific, genre-spanning artist with a series of big hits…
(Illustration by V. Hemlock for California News Press)
The Monterey Bay Aquarium’s 200-plus exhibits of living ocean animals inspire awe among its 2 million annual visitors. Offering incomparable views into the rich marine…
The National Forest Foundation has declared July 8 to 14, 2024, as National Forest Week. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the 20…
A roundup of the biggest news stories in California this week… Governor Declares State of Emergency Over Thompson Fire On July 3, Governor Gavin Newsom…
Photo of the Thompson Fire in Butte County, CA taken on July 2, 2024 (Photo by CALFIRE)
Is there any item of food more American than the hot dog? The unique style of sausage, served in its custom companion bun and adorned…
A roundup of the biggest news stories in California this week… Giant Panda Pair Heading from China to San Diego Zoo On Wednesday, June 26,…
Safety around water is important as people seek cool activities during hot weather, as demonstrated by these kayakers wearing life jackets at Kings Beach State Recreation Area (Photo courtesy of California State Parks, 2024.)
(+ a free printable “Summertime in California” bingo card!) School’s out and summer is officially here, so it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy all…
(Illustration by California News Press)