Shasta County, California

As Virus Slams Rural California, Many Still Pan Restrictions

Outside California’s big cities, especially in conservative areas, the backlash against tough new restrictions is growing.
By JOCELYN GECKER and RICH PEDRONCELLI, AP

Firefighters Start To Gain Ground On Northern California Wildfire

The blaze has forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes.
By JONATHAN J. COOPER and SUDHIN THANAWALA, AP