A wildfire that started Friday near Yosemite’s west edge quickly became California’s biggest fire of the season and prompted widespread evacuation orders. The Oak Fire was discovered around 2 p.m.

The tree-scorching Rim Fire roaring through Yosemite — one of the largest fires in California’s history at this point — is so big satellites can see it with ease from space. By Monday, the wildfire ...

A wildfire that started Friday afternoon near Yosemite’s west edge quickly became California’s biggest fire this season and prompted widespread evacuation orders. The Oak Fire was discovered around 2 ...

Update: For a more recent report including these maps, click here. Because of a wildfire burning in Yosemite National Park, an evacuation order is in place for the community of Wawona and the Wawona ...

Yosemite National Park is one of those national parks that tops many visitors' wish lists, known for scenic vistas, Half Dome, and 800 miles of hiking trails. In addition to the well-known attractions ...

As the Oak Fire’s spread slows, some evacuation orders are being lifted in Mariposa County, and Highway 140 has reopened. As of Wednesday morning, the wildfire had burned 18,715 acres (29.2 square ...

A long-anticipated mountain resort under construction just 15 miles from Yosemite National Park's South Gate is slated to open in early 2026. The resort, called Outbound Yosemite, will offer 104 ...

Lead singer of the punk band Cancer Christ, arrested in Yosemite area. Crime spree began when he threatened a pregnant waitress and ended when he crashed a stolen car. Anthony Mehlhaff booked on ...