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The State of California is the most populous state of the United States of America. Located on the Pacific coast of North America, it is bordered by Oregon, Nevada and Arizona in the United States, and Baja California in Mexico. The state’s four largest cities are Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose and San Francisco. California is known for its diverse climate and ethnically diverse population. The state has 58 counties.
Inhabited by indigenous people for millennia, Alta California was first colonized by the Spanish Empire in 1769, and after Mexican independence in 1821, continued as part of Mexico. Following one brief week as the independent California Republic in 1846, and the conclusion of the Mexican-American war in 1848, California was annexed by the United States and was admitted to the Union as the thirty-first state on September 9, 1850.
California’s diverse geography ranges from the sandy beaches of the Pacific coast to the rugged, snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains in the east. The central portion of the state is dominated by the Central Valley, one of the most vital agricultural areas in the country. The Sierra Nevada contains Yosemite Valley, famous for its glacially-carved domes, and Sequoia National Park, home to the largest living organisms on Earth, the giant sequoia trees, and the highest point in the contiguous United States, Mount Whitney. The tallest living things on Earth, the ancient redwood trees, dot the coastline, mainly north of San Francisco. California is also home to the second lowest and hottest place in the Western Hemisphere, Death Valley. Bristlecone pines located in the White Mountains are the oldest known trees in the world; one has an age of 4,700 years.part of the Ozarks.

 

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Local News from San Diego Union-Tribune via Yahoo! News

Road closures

Aug 7, 2008 1:20 pm

TODAY San Diego-Coronado Bridge: south end to north end, right lane, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., bridge work.

 

Distressed homeowners can receive guidance

Aug 7, 2008 1:20 pm

CITY HEIGHTS: A workshop to help homeowners facing foreclosure is scheduled for Tuesday evening in City Heights, and those interested in attending are advised to make reservations.

 

Measure on fire service added to ballot

Aug 7, 2008 1:20 pm

Would you pay $52 extra annually in property taxes if it would improve fire service countywide?

 

SEDC chief authorized extra pay for herself

Aug 7, 2008 1:06 pm

Filet mignon for breakfast at the four-star Westgate Hotel downtown.

 

2 teens stab each other; fight possibly gang-linked

Aug 7, 2008 1:05 pm

SAN DIEGO: Two teenagers stabbed each other yesterday afternoon in a City Heights alley in a fight that may have been gang-related, San Diego police said.

 

It's heaven for autos, owners

Aug 7, 2008 1:05 pm

The end of Nirvana Avenue in Chula Vista is a special heaven for car parts and the resting place for thousands of cars being stripped for parts.

 

Border Patrol detained activist who was filming

Aug 7, 2008 1:05 pm

A local civil rights advocate who often files compliants on behalf of immigrants had his own run-in with the Border Patrol this week.

 

Less-known Torrey Pines extension offers stunning vistas

Aug 7, 2008 1:05 pm

Torrey Pines State Reserve is one of the most beautiful hiking areas in the urban core, and as such, it's well-known and well-traveled.

 

Legal fight over tree takes twist

Aug 7, 2008 1:05 pm

Two of the parties battling over a stately tree in Point Loma participated in a six-hour hearing last week that had little to do with the fate of the Chinese elm.

 

No volunteers seen for self-deportation program

Aug 6, 2008 1:35 pm

DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO: There were no takers yesterday for a trial self-deportation program initiated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

 
 

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Crude Awakening

Aug 7, 2008 8:11 am

It was two days before Christmas in 1941, barely two weeks after the attack on Pearl Harbor. The crew of the Montebello knew there were Japanese submarines off the California coast, but they voted to ...

 

Money Pit

Aug 7, 2008 8:10 am

The Marina City Council Aug. 5 voted to inject nearly $106 million in redevelopment funds into The Dunes on Monterey Bay, despite insistence from residents to postpone the complex development deal.

 

Plastic Unwrapped

Aug 6, 2008 7:09 am

A year ago we reported on the growing island of plastic trash, now twice the size of Texas, floating about 100 miles off the California coast.

 
 

Local News from The Fresno Bee via Yahoo! News

Karlsson, Jeev Milka Singh share early PGA lead

Aug 7, 2008 4:32 pm

With two-time defending champion Tiger Woods at home recuperating from knee surgery, everyone expected a wide-open PGA Championship at Oakland Hills.

 

U.S. men open with 1-0 victory over Japan

Aug 7, 2008 4:17 pm

Goal scoring hasn't exactly been a strength for the U.S. men's Olympic soccer team.

 

Araxes get new addition

Aug 7, 2008 3:17 pm

Donnie's a dad. Read comments

 

Favre traded to Jets

Aug 7, 2008 3:02 pm

The Green Bay Packers have traded quarterback Brett Favre to the New York Jets for a 2009 conditional draft pick.

 

Bulldogs camp: A.J. Jefferson Q & A

Aug 7, 2008 2:51 pm

Question: How are the special teams looking this year? Answer: Special teams is looking real good. We have a lot of good returners in me, Chastin [West] and Marlon [Moore].

 

News Briefs

Aug 7, 2008 7:02 am

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Clock runs out on old rules

Aug 7, 2008 6:17 am

The play clock ticked down behind the Fresno State offense ... 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 ... snap. Read comments

 

Drivers plan to keep conserving gas, even as prices fall

Aug 7, 2008 6:02 am

A gallon of gas may soon reach $4 in Fresno -- again.

 

Fresno County sees funding shortfall

Aug 7, 2008 6:02 am

Sagging vehicle sales are taking another $2.3 million bite out of Fresno County's already troubled budget, and officials say the shortfall could mean layoffs, health clinic closures and cutbacks in me...

 

2 Valley Democrats under fire for supporting tax hikes

Aug 7, 2008 5:48 am

SACRAMENTO -- Ads blasting Republicans for state budget cuts are common. Now Democrats are being targeted for considering tax hikes -- and Fresno is at the epicenter.

 
 

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Royal Oaks Manor   CA

Start by exploring our beautiful 18.5 acre campus located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains in Bradbury. Stroll under towering oak trees that shade the walking trails and marvelously landscaped grounds. At Royal Oaks Manor, you'll enjoy the freedom

 

Twelve Oaks Lodge   CA

Nestled in the La Crescenta foothills, TWELVE OAKS LODGE offers a unique combination of country and ...

 

Country Crest   CA

Tucked away in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Oroville is a panorama of rolling hills, soaring views and inspiring beauty. In this lovely place, you'll find Country Crest...