Fire on Santa Rosa Island in Channel Islands national park becomes state’s largest this year and threatens rare plants

The 'human-caused' blaze has challenged firefighting efforts. It comes as parts of the state are under red flag warnings.

Officials charged with protecting a California island are refusing to abandon a plan to use helicopter-mounted sharpshooters to eliminate its invasive mule deer, despite a petition that's attracted thousands of signatures. "While shooting from helicopters ...

Even from afar, the large grove of green trees stands out against the landscape of Santa Rosa Island. Their lush color and distinct height distinguish them from the island’s otherwise shrub-filled and often dry, grassy coastal hillsides. The swath of ...

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