New Placer County water treatment plant breaks ground, will serve Colfax to Applegate
A major investment is underway aimed at improving both water access and fire safety in Placer County.
Auburn business helping prevent spread of golden mussels through sanitization process
The Boat House in Auburn is sanitizing watercraft using water heated to 120 degrees.
Bear steals 3-gallon tub of ice cream from Lake Tahoe business
A North Lake Tahoe ice cream shop got an unexpected visitor. The store owner captured video of a bear after helping itself to an entire tub of ice cream.
Placer County partners with indigenous group to boost wildfire resilience in Foresthill Divide
Placer County is launching a new partnership aimed at protecting land and promoting more inclusive wildfire prevention strategies.
2 hikers airlifted after getting lost near Foresthill
Two hikers are alive and well after being rescued from a remote area outside of Foresthill.
Roseville nears full development build-out; county launches 'down payment assistance program'
Roseville has been growing fast, but that growth could soon hit a wall.
State Farm's rate increase fuels insurance worries in Northern California's fire country
For those covered by State Farm in California's fire country, the insurer's latest rate increase is something many people will have to budget for.
California proposal to ban killing coyotes draws mixed reactions
The proposed rule would ban the killing of coyotes unless they pose an immediate threat to livestock. Supporters say it is a step forward in how we treat coyotes, but critics call it dangerous.
Rocklin High teachers return to classroom after mass one-day absence
Rocklin High School teachers were back in class Friday after many were absent on Thursday, leaving students confused and without explanation.
El Dorado deputies work to clear homeless encampments and reduce wildfire threat
In wooded areas along Highway 50 in El Dorado County, deputies are navigating a difficult task. They're addressing homelessness while also protecting communities from the growing threat of wildfire.
Cal Fire warns of water dangers as temperatures warm up ahead of Mother's Day Weekend
With temperatures warming up over the next few days, Cal Fire is urging people to stay out of the rivers.
Sacramento woman seeks justice after mail carrier's fatal interaction with her dog
A Sacramento woman is seeking justice after a mail carrier's decision to throw a rock at her dog's head led to its death.
Cal Fire, U.S. Forest Service take part in annual aerial training ahead of dry summer months
Cal Fire and U.S. Forest Service crews took part in an annual training program to learn how to coordinate aerial attacks on wildfires as California braces for another fire season.
Testing for self-driving big rigs sparks concern among California trucking industry
California may be one step closer to allowing self-driving semi-trucks on its highways.
Placer County teens turn real-world issues into language younger readers can understand
In Placer County, local teens are using their voice to make a difference by taking on real-world issues and turning them into something kids can understand.