It’s a time of the year when a magical scene blooms about a two-and-a-half-hour drive from San Francisco: a valley of ...

California may be more famous for gold, but it's also rich in gemstones. At the Benitoite Gem Mine, you can hunt for the state's official gemstone. You'll have to reserve before coming here ...

“With the threat of a massive gold mine looming on the horizon, this rare daisy now has help from the state of California to prevent it from sliding into extinction.” Today’s unanimous vote grants the ...