Northeast of Sacramento, this town was praised for its proximity to the Tahoe National Forest and its historic downtown by ...

In 1849, thousands rushed to California in search of gold Discover how the Gold Rush changed the Wild West forever ...

This thriving California Gold Rush city is home to unique galleries, vintage shops, historical mines (that you can explore ...

In 1850, a historic contract recorded in Cape Girardeau reveals the gold rush journey of John P. Edinger and others to California.

Built during the Gold Rush more than a century and a half ago, Cary House Hotel in Placerville is one of the oldest hotels in ...

A former Gold Rush town northeast of Sacramento was named one of the best small towns in America in 2025. It was the only town in California to make the list. Country Living selected 10 ...

A teen was rescued after becoming trapped in an abandoned mine shaft in Placer County on Monday, according to California ...

Sandwiched between the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and the Civil War in 1861, the California Gold Rush is considered by many historians to be the most significant event of the first half of the ...

AUBURN — A 15-year-old boy was rescued from a Northern California mine shaft, officials said Monday. It happened in the ...

By Lindsay Weber Click here for updates on this story AUBURN, California (KCRA) -- A teenager was rescued by Cal Fire crews after ...

Spokeo analyzed state government information and other historical sources to compile this list of stories behind every ...

It is a story of grit and determination, set in the El Dorado Hills.  Back in 1848, what is described as a “flurry of humanity” took over the Coloma valley, because of gold.