A blaze burning on Santa Rosa Island is by far the largest in at least 40 years. Here's the other fires reported on the ...

The 'human-caused' blaze has challenged firefighting efforts. It comes as parts of the state are under red flag warnings.

National Park Service officials say that the blaze is a "full-suppression human-caused wildfire," which has burned more than ...

On Tuesday, new details emerged about the circumstances before a 67-year-old mariner was rescued and a vegetation fire ...

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk will hold multiple free summer events, including movie showings and family entertainment. Exhibits and watch parties in celebration of the 2026 World Cup will also be ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. (April 29, 2026; Buellton, Calif.)—Alma Rosa Winery, located in the stunning Sta. Rita Hills wine region in Santa Barbara ...

Historic heartbeat: Santa Rosa’s McDonald Mansion, DeTurk Round Barn, and Railroad Square Historic District capture its rich architectural and cultural heritage. Nature’s playground: Nearby parks like ...

IN SALINAS, I'M BK, KSBW ACTION NEWS 8...### AN UNCONSCIOUS SURFER WAS PULLED FROM THE WATER AT SCOTTS CREEK BEACH THIS AFTERNOON BY A GROUP OF OTHER SURFERS... THE SURFER WAS FOUND FLOATING FACE DOWN ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kit Dillon Kit Dillon is a writer focused on bags and travel gear. He has ...

A long weekend means more time to go look at art! Whether at the Denver Arts Festival, a new show opening or an ongoing exhibit, there are plenty of cool creative things happening around Denver this ...

For decades, many runners, and even coaches, have assumed that being a runner meant never walking during a training run or race. Even the most accomplished runners would apologize when they walked at ...