Just a stone’s throw from the Mexican border, El Centro delivers a refreshing alternative to the bank-account-draining lifestyle that defines much of California living. For those seeking to stretch ...

San Jose’s Pinoytown, a place where Filipino businesses and families once thrived, now shows few remnants of its Filipino culture and history.

Nearby Lassen Volcanic National Park offers day-trip opportunities to see bubbling mud pots and steam vents. The Susan River runs through town, creating peaceful spots for riverside picnics. Local ...

The Benicia Waterfront Rocks Music Festival, continuing a run that started in 1994, reached a whole new level of ...