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The Scripps Research Institute finding counters prevailing thought that the virus would require multiple mutations before it poses a threat to public health.

The California raw milk producer who has issued several product recalls for bird flu has has applied for an advisory role at the Food and Drug Administration.

Every year, Americans chop down hundreds of thousands of Christmas trees in national forests. Officials say it helps reduce wildfire risk.

State health officials secured a voluntary recall of all remaining Raw Farm milk and cream products. The products are infected with live bird flu virus.

California's Department of Water Resources set its initial water allocation for the State Water Project at 5% -- a level that could change in the coming months.

Trump's election and empowerment of fossil fuel backers preceded a disappointing United Nations climate change conference.

State-ordered environmental testing has uncovered elevated levels of radiation at a popular spot for hikers and dog walkers in the Bay Area.

Critics question why South Stockton should shoulder the burden of increased air pollution so that others in the state can breathe less wildfire smoke.

Two new wolf packs were confirmed by wildlife officials this month, and explosive population growth could be around the corner.

As contradictory and confusing bird flu test results come back from various county and state agencies, the state's agriculture department has instructed raw milk producer Raw Farm to withhold sales.