Jen Picard

Two communities escaped destruction during the 2021 Caldor Fire due to significant, successful fuel reductions. Five years later, what lessons can be taken away from Christmas Valley and Meyers to protect forests elsewhere?

In recent years, people who live in the fire-prone landscapes of Northern California and Southern Oregon have had to confront new realities and risks created by changing climate conditions.

Arts advocates are asking for $90 million in one-time funding for California’s arts agency and independent contractors to be included in the state budget ahead of the June 15 deadline.