California to see more spring snow and rain after dry winter
It will be a rainy and snowy week for many Californians. The late winter precipitation is a welcomed surprise.
Multiple spinouts puts traffic on I-80 in the Sierra on hold
Traffic on I-80 in the Sierra area has been put on hold due to multiple spin outs on Saturday, Caltrans officials said.
Tahoe resorts consider extending ski season
Spring snowstorms near Lake Tahoe are giving mountain resorts a reason to consider extending ski season.
Lake Tahoe is the inspiration for new vodka
Lake Tahoe is known for having some of the best tasting drinking water in the United States. Now, it will also be known for an award-winning vodka.
Tumbling boulders block Highway 50 at Echo Summit, make travel treacherous
Caltrans crews said the large boulders happened at Echo Summit and the highway is projected to be closed, at least through Friday morning. A snowstorm is also on the way.
California Drought: Statewide snow pack survey at 63% of normal
State water officials took a crucial survey of the Sierra snow pack on Tuesday and the results say: California needs a lot more rain a lot sooner. A third year of drought is becoming more likely.
'Hank the Tank,' Lake Tahoe bear, gets exonerated for many home break-ins
A large black bear that was set to be captured and euthanized for allegedly breaking into dozens of Lake Tahoe homes will be spared, state wildlife officials announced.
Stampede Reservoir skater's body recovered from lake
The body of an ice skater who fell into the frigid Stampede Reservoir north of Truckee has been recovered from the lake.
Pair rescued from remote, snowy Sierra County after nearly 2 months
The CHP used a helicopter to reach two people who had been stranded at a cabin in a remote, snowy part of the Sierra for nearly two months.
'Lost Sierra Route' envisions epic trail through mountains
Hikers hope that a 600-mile trail connecting 14 towns in the Sierra Nevada will be approved by the US Forest Service.
Dog lost during Caldor Fire reunited months later with owner
An incredible story of survival has emerged after a dog that went missing during the Caldor Fire near Lake Tahoe last summer, was recently rescued and reunited with his owner some four months after his disappearance.
Skier lost on Christmas found dead near California resort
Officials say the body of a missing Tahoe skier was found on Saturday.
Thousands in Sierra without power nearly 2 weeks after storm
Thousands of residents in the Sierra Nevada remain without running water, heat or power nearly two weeks after a powerful December storm dumped heavy snow that downed trees and damaged electrical equipment.
PG&E struggles in Sierra power restoration
Pacific Gas and Electric has had so much snow country damage, that it is putting all its hands on deck and calling in reserves to do repairs between storms.
'Too dangerous:' Powerful Tahoe snow storm postpones Sierra getaways
A strong winter storm in Tahoe, is prompting many from the Bay Area to postpone planned holiday getaways to the Sierra. Caltrans shut down a nearly 70 mile stretch of Interstate 80, from Colfax, through Tahoe, all the way to the Nevada state line on Sunday after whiteout snow conditions made the roadway nearly impassible.
Stormy holiday week shaping up for California, Sierra Nevada
Another round of widespread rain and heavy snow in the mountains is shaping up for recently drenched California and much of Nevada in the coming week and could create hazards for holiday travelers, forecasters said Saturday.
Father and son arrested, accused of starting Caldor Fire, district attorney says
A father and son have been arrested, accused of reckless arson in connection to the Caldor Fire, according to the El Dorado County District Attorney.
Report details missteps that contributed to hiker family's deaths in Sierra Foothills
A 77-page report from the Mariposa County Sheriff's Office shed new light and details on the tragic deaths of a family and their dog that died from heat and dehydration while hiking last summer.