Winter is coming. Here's what experts say to expect in NorCal as El Niño returns
Ready or not, the winter months are coming soon, but will this be another record season in California? The NOAA released it's Winter Outlooks for what to expect.
Get an earthquake alert in Northern California? Here's why ShakeAlert targeted you
Thousands of Northern Californians were notified of the Isleton earthquake by a loud noise and alert on their phones Wednesday. That alert was sent out by USGS and its partners to notify you before the shaking. Here's how it works.
See smoke across the Tahoe National Forest? USFS says "don't worry, it's a good thing"
The U.S. Forest Service is working on several prescribed burns over the next few weeks and they say this year they've been lucky to have the time and resources to do this.
Flood preparations underway for what could be another active season
A new water year is here and the California Department of Water Resources is preparing for what may be another active season. As El Niño conditions strengthen, they are keeping an eye on flooding risks and who may be vulnerable to it.
Zero-Emission Mobility hub opens in Sacramento, the first of its kind in the state
A Sacramento community is powering up in an eco-friendly way as they introduce the state's first Zero-Emission Mobility hub.
Modesto teacher shares message full of heart as she recovers from life-saving transplant
A Modesto woman is getting a second chance thanks to a life-saving transplant. Now with a new heart, she's got a message to share with others in a similar situation.
Is your water tasting "earthy," Sacramentans? These organic compounds are to blame
Tap water tasting or smelling a little different recently? The City of Sacramento says it's probably nothing to worry about.
Bear safely captured east of Modesto. Here's why officials think it traveled there
There was an unusual sight in Stanislaus County on Monday as a bear was spotted in the town of Hickman. The furry creature caused a lockdown at a local school. Here's why Fish and Wildlife think it ended up there.
El Niño set to strengthen this winter, what does it mean for Northern California?
El Niño continues to strengthen according to NOAA's latest forecast. But would a strong El Niño mean an active winter across Northern California?
California's pumpkin crop this fall looks better with lack of drought
When the weather begins to cool, we know it means one thing: pumpkins! Farmers say this year's pumpkin crop is looking better than the last and may just be less expensive, too.
Groundwater supply could get a boost across the Sacramento area thanks to a new project
The Regional Water Authority is working on creating a "bank" to store water underground doubling the capacity of groundwater stored.
Making neighborhoods safer from wildfires through new wildfire resilience tool
A new tool aims to make neighborhoods safer from wildfires by linking state agencies together. It's a new database that looks at how wildfire prevention projects are going.
Libyan community in Sacramento prepares to help Libya after catastrophic flooding
Thousands of people are dead and missing after devastating floodwaters swept through eastern Libya. The Sacramento Libyan community is preparing to help their loved ones overseas.
Slight increase in temperatures this weekend. Here's a look at your NorCal weekend forecast
A warming pattern begins in Northern California this weekend. Will it have any impacts on your outdoor plans? Here's a look at the forecast.
"Flying science lab" cruised across Central Valley. Here's what it was tracking.
Those in the Central Valley may have been greeted with an unusual sight last week as a large plane circled the region, flying much lower than usual but for a good reason.