Containment of wildfire burning in Big Sur at 60%

Containment of the Colorado Fire burning in Big Sur edged up to 60 percent on Wednesday evening and fire officials said Thursday's weather conditions are expected to be favorable for fighting the blaze.

Gators contaminated by massive diesel spill get scrubbing, teeth cleaned

Wildlife rehabilitators are decontaminating dozens of alligators, scrubbing their hides and brushing their teeth with Dawn dish soap after a pipeline rupture dumped 300,000 gallons of diesel fuel into a Louisiana wetland. 78 gators have been rescued so far, but more than 100 animals have been found dead in the area.

Help fight climate change through the King Tides Project

For those who are concerned about climate change, there are many ways to become part of the solution here in the Bay Area. One way is to participate in the King Tides Project - and opportunities are available on Sunday.