Michelin Highlights Four More ‘New Discoveries’ In SF, Including Maria Isabel and Kitchen Istanbul
The Michelin Guide has put out a second list of "new discoveries" ahead of the release of the updated 2026 California guide in June, including 21 restaurants across the state. In keeping with the world's insatiable need for content updates, the esteemed Michelin Guide now releases multiple updates per year for each of
Bay Area cocaine trafficking bust nets 5 arrests, large drug haul
(KRON) — A cocaine trafficking investigation that spanned several months in Vallejo and the surrounding Bay Area resulted in the seizure of 3 kilograms of the narcotic, the Solano County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday. Across numerous search warrants executed by the FBI Sacramento Division and Solano County Viole
Oakland man found guilty of Emeryville murder
(KRON) — An Alameda County jury convicted an Oakland man of murdering Dexter Appleby in Emeryville, prosecutors announced. The jury reached its guilty verdict for first-degree murder on Tuesday following a trial. James Wheeler, 45, shot Appleby at the intersection of 41st and San Pablo on May 26, 2023, prosecutors said
This Early Morning Balloon Festival in Sonoma County Feels Like Stepping Into a Dream
If your idea of a perfect morning includes misty fields, camera-clicking magic, and the slow, dreamy rise of rainbow-colored giants into the sky—this is your moment. There’s something almost surreal about watching a field in wine country transform into a floating rainbow as the sun rises. And no, you're not dreaming—you’re at the Sonoma County Hot Air Balloon Classic.
This Palm Desert Oasis Lets You Hand-Feed Giraffes And Wander Wild Nature Trails
Nestled in the heart of Palm Desert, California, there’s a place where wild things roam… and they’re not just hiding in the shade. The Living Desert is a unique blend of zoo, botanical garden, and immersive desert experience that feels like stepping straight into nature’s sun-baked masterpiece. But this isn’t your typical walk around a zoo — this is a full-sensory adventure where you can feed a giraffe, hike winding trails, and get face-to-face with creatures from across the world’s deserts.
This Peaceful Lavender Farm Near Mt. Shasta Comes With Unreal Views and a Gift...
Nestled beneath the snow-capped majesty of Mount Shasta, there’s a place where the air smells like calm and the views look like a dream. Mt Shasta Lavender Farms, tucked away on a peaceful stretch of Montague, CA, is the kind of destination that sneaks up on your senses—in the best way possible. One moment, you’re driving through open ranchland; the next, you’re surrounded by rows upon rows of fragrant purple blooms and staring out at one of the most iconic peaks in Northern California.
This Miniature Railway Lets You Ride Through a Desert Sanctuary Full of Exotic Animals
If you thought animal sanctuaries were all about quiet strolls and peering through fences, think again. Tucked into the high desert landscape of Phelan, California, Forever Wild Exotic Animal Sanctuary hides a playful surprise: a miniature railway that chugs right through this fascinating refuge. It’s part safari, part storybook, and totally unexpected.
Soar Through Redwood Forests on Ziplines and Ropes at This Hidden Gem in Felton...
Tucked into the towering redwoods of Felton, California, Mount Hermon Adventures isn’t your average zipline park—it’s a full-on, heart-thumping, laughter-inducing, Instagram-worthy playground in the sky. If you’ve ever dreamed of flying through the forest or testing your mettle on treetop obstacle courses, this is your golden ticket.
This Retro Drive-In In Sacramento Serves Double Features Under Stunning California Skies
There’s something undeniably nostalgic about an open sky, a glowing screen, and the crackle of car radios tuned just right. West Wind Drive-In Sacramento taps into that feeling perfectly, offering more than just a movie—it’s a full sensory rewind to simpler, slower evenings, but with a modern twist. Whether you're revisiting your own drive-in memories or introducing someone else to the experience for the first time, this spot promises a quirky slice of Americana right off the highway.
This Redwood Forest Attraction in Northern California Has a Talking Giant and Sky-High Gondola...
Hidden among the towering redwoods of Northern California is a quirky, can’t-miss roadside attraction that feels part storybook, part wilderness wonder. At Trees of Mystery in Klamath, California, you’ll find yourself gazing up at ancient giants one minute and snapping selfies with a 49-foot-tall Paul Bunyan the next. It’s equal parts enchanting forest adventure and nostalgic Americana—with a dash of Bigfoot thrown in.

















