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California Grizzly Restoration Bill Advances in State Senate

Friday, May 22

Could grizzly bears someday return to California wilderness areas? A new state bill is keeping that conversation alive. Senate Bill 1305, known as the California Grizzly Restoration Act, recently passed its first committee vote and is now headed to the Senate Appropriations Committee. The proposal... Read More.

Next Phase of Emergency Slide Repairs on State Route 299 at Buckhorn Summit Postponed

Wednesday, May 20

Caltrans is postponing the next phase of emergency slide repair work on State Route 299 at the Buckhorn Summit slide area. Work on the eastbound lane, which was originally scheduled to begin Wednesday, May 27, has been postponed while additional funding is secured for... Read More.

Lake Oroville Near Full Capacity Water Safety Tips and Environmental Updates

Wednesday, May 20

Lake Oroville is near full capacity thanks to average precipitation this fall and winter. The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is conserving as much water in the reservoir as possible, while still meeting water delivery and environmental requirements. With the reservoir near capacity, windy periods... Read More.

Assemblywoman Hadwick Raises Concerns Over Grizzly Bear Reintroduction in Northern California

Tuesday, May 19

The Office of Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick announces that Senate Bill 1305 — commonly referred to as the grizzly bear study bill — passed out of committee last month, raising significant concerns for communities across Northern California. Hadwick said she continues to voice... Read More.

Cal Fire reports current fires active

Tuesday, May 19

Cal Fire reports current fires active Seasonal Outlook Northern California: Expected to experience a steady warming and drying trend through early summer, with fuel receptiveness increasing as seasonal curing progresses. Snowmelt and continued spring green-up will help moderate fire spread potential in the near term, but curing... Read More.

Rattlesnake encounters in California are rising earlier and more often in 2026.

Friday, May 15

The California Poison Control System has received 77 rattlesnake-related calls so far this year. This is a sharp increase compared to the usual 200 calls the system gets annually. Dr. Rais Vohra, Medical Director for the Fresno/Madera Division of CPCS, reports three fatal rattlesnake encounters... Read More.

CDFW Celebrates 10 Years of Combating Wildlife Trafficking with Assembly Bill 96

Thursday, May 14

This week CDFW brought hundreds of pieces of trafficked animal parts seized as part of criminal investigations to the California capitol to show Assembly Bill 96 at work. Trafficked wildlife parts on display included carved elephant and mammoth tusks, a narwhal tusk, elephant snouts,... Read More.

$30 Million Available for Regional Wildfire & Landscape Resilience

Wednesday, May 13

California has opened a new funding opportunity for wildfire and landscape resilience projects. Up to $30 million is available through the Regional Wildfire and Landscape Resilience Grant Program. The program focuses on supporting regional partnerships that address wildfire risks and improve landscape health. Projects must come from... Read More.

Water Commission meeting to feature State Water Project’s renewable energy goals, Sustainable Groundwater Management update

Wednesday, May 13

At the May 20, 2026, meeting of the California Water Commission, staff from the Department of Water Resources (DWR) will provide an overview of its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions within the State Water Project (SWP) to reach the goal... Read More.

Long Term Lane Closures and Delays on Interstate 5 at Cottonwood Creek Bridge Starting After Memorial Day

Monday, May 11

Starting after Memorial Day weekend, major bridge joint seal work will begin on Interstate 5 at the Cottonwood Creek Bridge near the Shasta/Tehama County line. Drivers will face long-term lane closures and heavy traffic backups. Expect extended delays during daytime hours on Saturdays. No alternate highway... Read More.

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California Grizzly Restoration Bill Advances in State Senate

Next Phase of Emergency Slide Repairs on State Route 299 at Buckhorn Summit Postponed

Lake Oroville Near Full Capacity Water Safety Tips and Environmental Updates

Assemblywoman Hadwick Raises Concerns Over Grizzly Bear Reintroduction in Northern California

Cal Fire reports current fires active

Rattlesnake encounters in California are rising earlier and more often in 2026.

CDFW Celebrates 10 Years of Combating Wildlife Trafficking with Assembly Bill 96

$30 Million Available for Regional Wildfire & Landscape Resilience

Water Commission meeting to feature State Water Project’s renewable energy goals, Sustainable Groundwater Management update

Long Term Lane Closures and Delays on Interstate 5 at Cottonwood Creek Bridge Starting After Memorial Day

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