The Last Billionaire Moves Out Of California

Congratulations guys! You did it! We radically reduced income inequality by kicking out all the rich people!

July Was California's Hottest Month On Record

It was also the first month the state's temperature averaged more than 80 degrees, according to records dating back to 1895.

California Housing Market: What's Happening In 2024?

Interest rates are falling which could spell higher demand for sellers, and more affordability for buyers.

I Really Kind Of Want A Pair Of Nick's Handmade Boots

But I'm not sure I can justify an 800 dollar shoe purchase at the moment.

CA Program To Fix Mobile Home Parks Approved 1 Application In 10 Years

A program to help mobile home park residents, with $33.5 million in the bank, got a huge revamp last year because nobody was using it.

Teachers Union Tentative Agreement Avoids Potential Strike, Layoffs

Weeks ahead of a strike, West Contra Costa Unified and its teachers union, the United Teachers of Richmond, struck a tentative agreement.

Nearly 216,000 Apprehended, Gotaways Reported Of Illegal Entries

"At least 156,274 people illegally entered the U.S. in January," according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection data published on Friday.

Across State Pages Really Only Exist To Ease Crawler Navigation

Otherwise, they're kind of appendage like.

8 Million People In Coastal Central California On Flood Watch: Report

It will remain in effect until Monday night, CNN reported.

Ending California's Math Wars Requires Leadership From Sacramento

California is in the middle of a math war, and the conflict could not come at a worse time.

2023 New Year's Resolutions: What Celebs And Californians Are Pledging

More listening, less tweeting: here's what people are promising for their 2023 New Year's resolutions.

7 Must-See CA Destinations To Visit In 2023

Gas prices are finally falling in California, and gas rebates are still hitting bank accounts, making 2023 a good time for a road trip.

Explaining The Recent Jobs Data

Yes, we on the net added jobs, but the jobs we lost were full time positions and the gains were part time.

The Fifty Best Places To Visit In California

A national staff article for across california

Congenital Syphilis Rates Soar Across California As Public Health Fund

The number of congenital syphilis cases has ballooned to rates not seen in two decades.

What You Need To Know About Voter Fraud In California

There are a number of checks and balances to ensure no one can game the system, state officials say. And they hope we believe them.

Decision Day: Which Bills Did California Lawmakers Kill?

Legislators killed dozens of bills, including some controversial proposals on health care costs, social media regulation and more.

Going Electric: California Car Mandate Would Hit Mechanics Hard

Who loses and who gains as California cleans up its cars? Ne

Why Community College Enrollment Is Dropping

Community colleges have steered away from one of their fundamental missions, developing human capacity. Here?s a solution.

The Need For Bold Action To Address Our Children's Mental Health

California has an opportunity to set a generation on a path to a lifetime of mental wellness, but there is much work to do.

How California Ranks For Overall Child Well-Being

A new report by the Annie E. Casey Foundation found the pandemic could erase nearly a decade of progress since the Great Recession.

Big Bucks Found + Bad Habits + Pitcher Pantsed + Mysterious Boom

Weird news in California, brought to you by our Patch editors: from wild animal tales to human things that make you go, "Hmm."

Organ Donations Meant When Ricky Brock Died, Others Lived

Column: Richard Brock died in a crash in July 2017. He was an organ donor. That allowed five others to get a new lease on life.

Short-Term Rentals And High-End Buyers Wipe Out Affordable Housing In Joshua Tree, Say Residents

Long-term residents of the once-affordable community say the hot housing market has pushed out working families.

California Budgets $61.5 Million For Wildlife Crossings

The state looks to protect both wildlife and drivers, as large animals cause 20 crashes a day on state highways.

Massive Fires And COVID Have Battered California's Wineries

As the state gradually emerges from the pandemic, an economic hangover lingers over the wine industry.

California Extended Its Eviction Moratorium, But The Housing Crisis Is Getting Worse

Soaring rents are placing intense pressure on tenants' incomes and pricing people out.

What Is Post-Trump Patriotism?

As Americans celebrate Independence Day, we asked social justice activist Dorian Warren where we are as a nation.

Look Up Your Golden State Stimulus Amount

California is expanding its Golden State Stimulus program. Do you qualify, and if so, for how much?

CA Father Sought In Child Abduction, Stabbing

The suspect is considered armed & dangerous.

CA 4th Of July Fireworks Guide 2021: Where To Watch The Shows

Still don't have plans for 4th of July fireworks? Looking for a particular city? Patch has you covered for NorCal & SoCal.

Supreme Court, NCAA Decisions Embolden Advocates For College Athlete Compensation In California

California’s landmark law allowing college athletes to sign paid endorsement deals started a national movement.

With Recall Date Set, Newsom Put To Test

Gov. Gavin Newsom will face the most pivotal day of his political career on Sept. 14, the date of the second recall election in California.

CA Voter Equity Bills Advance

The two bills would implement a uniform statewide signature verification standard and ensure equal access to same-day voter registration.

UPDATE: Lava Fire In Siskiyou County Grows To Over 17,500 Acres, Forces New Evacuation Orders

The fire expanded to 17,591 acres or more than 27 square miles with 19 percent containment.

July 4th Restaurant Dining Deals & To-Go Specials 2021

Eateries across California are rolling out star-spangled steals & tempting takeout and dine-in offers for Independence Day.

We Are Water

With drought being the new normal, how are we to live?

Lava Fire: Officers Kill Gunman Near Pot Farms In Evacuation Area; 13,000 Acres Burned

Officers shot and killed a man who pulled a gun as they tried to keep him out of a complex of marijuana farms threatened by the fire.

VIDEO: Raging Lava Fire Whips Up Terrifying Firenado; Burn Zone Grows To 13,300 Acres

The wildfire in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest exploded in growth overnight.

Iconic 'Surfhenge'; Turtle Trio; Sunset Over Palms: CA In Photos

It's your state; It's your shot. This is California — in photos.