Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay freezes over for 1st time in decades
The extreme winter conditions in Northern California have been leading to sights not seen in decades, including a frozen Emerald Bay near South Lake Tahoe.
Tahoe's biggest ski resorts closed due to dangerous weather conditions
Several of Lake Tahoe's biggest ski resorts have closed this weekend due to dangerous weather conditions. The region has seen some of the heaviest snowfall in nearly 50 years.
Sierra region bracing for snow and flooding
As people in the Sierra dig out, another storm is already rolling in. An atmospheric river is expected to bring several more feet of snow and a lot of rain, which leads to concerns about snowmelt and flooding.
Severe winter storm closes Tahoe ski resorts, major highway
A severe winter storm dropped over two feet of snow in the last 24 hours in the Sierras.
Snow survey reveals one of California's deepest measurements
The snowpack in the Sierra Nevada mountains is one of the deepest on record, state water officials said Friday.
46-year-old skier dies at Tahoe Resort after being found buried under snow
A skier at the Heavenly Mountain Resort in South Lake Tahoe has died after falling into a well and being buried under snow, according to a local report.
Biggest Sierra snow span in more than a half-century
The unending bumper crop of winter snow is now bumping up against safety and the snowpack could pack a punch for spring flooding. We haven't seen his kind of snow since Nixon was in the White House.
Blizzard conditions force highway closures in the Sierra Nevada
The snow storm was so severe in the Sierra this is what Interstate 80 looked like Tuesday.
'Zero visibilty,' blizzard, avalanche warnings in Tahoe as another storm slams Sierra, closes ski resorts
The Sierra was getting hit with another flurry of snow on Tuesday as the region remained under avalanche and blizzard warnings with whiteout conditions and snow obstructed roads leading to road closures.
2 skiers hurt in backcountry avalanche near Tahoe resort
Two backcountry skiers were injured Thursday in an avalanche outside the boundaries of a Lake Tahoe ski resort.
Enjoy the break in the rain while you can, it won't last
In the midst of all the flooding and torrential rain in Northern California, Thursday's weather provided a break from the recent rainy days. However, this break may be short-lived as the Bay Area and parts of Northern California are expecting more wet weather Friday and throughout the weekend.
UC Berkeley snow lab detects 8 more inches of snow in Sierra Nevada
Researchers at the UC Berkeley Central Sierra Snow Lab said they detected 8.5 inches of new snow in the 24 hours between Saturday and Sunday morning.
Winter storm's impact on the snowpack, Sierra slopes
At Sports Basement in Berkeley, the rental area was busy. A long line of people checked out skis, snowboards, boots, and other snow gear. Many were headed to the Sierra after a winter storm dumped more than a foot of fresh snow in the Tahoe area, with much more in the forecast.
Jeremy Renner in ICU after snow plow accident
Jeremy Renner suffered blunt chest trauma and orthopedic injuries in a snow plow accident in Reno, Nevada, on Sunday, a representative for the actor said Monday, and remains in critical but stable condition after undergoing surgery.
‘Atmospheric river’ dumps heavy rain, snow across California
A powerful storm Saturday ushered in the new year in California, with much of the state witnessing drenching rain or heavy snowfall that was snarling traffic and closing highways.
Sierra Nevada snow season off to best start in decade
State water officials say the Sierra Nevada is experiencing its snowiest start to the winter season in a decade, thanks to a handful of storms that dropped several feet of snow.
Multiple lanes closed on Santa Clara interstate due to snow & ice accumulation
Officials reported late Sunday that snow and ice have accumulated on Highway CA-130 in Mount Hamilton in Santa Clara County, resulting in its temporary closure. All lanes remain closed until further notice. Officials did not provide an ETA on reopening lanes.
Strong storm drenches Bay Area causing power outages & flooding, buries Tahoe
Heavy rain and strong winds were lashing the Bay Area on Saturday and bringing heavy snow to the Lake Tahoe area.
Video: 'Hungry' Lake Tahoe bear attacks inflatable Rudolph
A South Lake Tahoe area resident is mourning the loss of his young Rudolph yard decoration, after a violent mauling by a bear.
Lake Tahoe placed on Fodor's destinations to avoid list
Tourism groups in Lake Tahoe were pushing back on a popular travel guide’s advice telling them to reconsider making plans to visit the alpine region.