For decades, residents of Bakersfield have lived with a river that’s little more than a channel of dust. The Kern, which pours from the snowy peaks of the southern Sierra, descends upon California’s ...

Depleted groundwater threatens communities, agriculture, and ecosystems in California's Central Valley, which produces much ...

One of California's most iconic cities is home to a "Funk Zone" that features incredible food, amazing art, and an ...