Families find ways to save on Halloween costs while keeping traditions alive
With Halloween just around the corner, families are looking for ways to keep the spooky season fun without letting the cost of pumpkins, costumes and decorations add up.
Roseville residents raise privacy concerns over Flock license plate reader cameras at public forum
Roseville residents gathered at the Maidu Center for a public forum organized by a group called Deflock Roseville, which is raising concerns about the city's use of automated license plate reader cameras made by Flock Safety.
Cal Fire says wildfire risk remains despite recent rainfall in foothills
Rain across the foothills is bringing some relief to residents as October comes to a close — but Cal Fire officials warn that the wildfire risk has not been reduced by the recent weather changes.
Historic Colfax Hotel gets new life as family leads major renovation
After sitting empty for more than 50 years, the historic Colfax Hotel is getting a major renovation, with one family working to bring the century-old building back to life.
Woodland teen soccer star Da'vian Kimbrough honors his Mexican roots
Da'vian Kimbrough made history at just 13 years old when he signed with Sacramento Republic FC, becoming the youngest professional soccer player in American history.
Northern California childhood friends take on "The Amazing Race"
A Northern California friendship that started at age three is now taking two Placer County natives around the world.
Lake Tahoe recreation sites may soon charge new fees under Forest Service proposal
Some popular recreation sites around Lake Tahoe could soon come with new fees as the U.S. Forest Service looks to address rising visitation and the cost of maintaining public lands.
A deeper look at Stockton's invasive golden mussels problem
State and local officials are getting a firsthand look at the growing challenges posed by golden mussels in San Joaquin County, as the invasive species begins attaching itself to critical water infrastructure.
Proposed Rocklin affordable housing project draws concerns over location, state housing rules
A proposed affordable housing development in Rocklin is at the center of a dispute over how the city should grow and how state housing requirements are being enforced.
Man who died in Stanislaus County trench incident near Hickman identified by family
The incident happened near Lake and Hickman roads in Stanislaus County, where Cal/OSHA has taken over the investigation.
Forest Service proposal could change protections in California for roadless areas
The U.S. Forest Service is proposing to rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule, a move that could change how some undeveloped forest areas in California are managed.
Bear calls rise around Lake Tahoe as California, Nevada take different approaches
Because Lake Tahoe spans California and Nevada, how officials respond to bears can look very different depending on which side of the lake you're on.
As FAIR plan costs rise, Dutch Flat residents rally to keep community center afloat
Tucked into the foothills, the Dutch Flat Community Center is more than a historic building. For decades, it has served as a gathering place for the people who call this small Gold Country community home.
Coming off a late winter freeze, Apple Hill farmers find ways to move forward
The apple crop at Apple Hill in El Dorado County looks a little different this year, but farmers said there is still plenty to enjoy as fall gets underway.
Sacramento region removes roadside call boxes after more than 30 years
They're a piece of Sacramento-area history, call boxes that once served as a lifeline for drivers before cellphones became commonplace. Now, the Sacramento region is hanging up the phone.