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An aerial photo of the unlicensed cannabis cultivation site in Lancaster.

In two recent Unified Cannabis Enforcement Taskforce (UCETF) operations, California law enforcement officers demonstrated extraordinary courage and operational excellence—rescuing a kidnapped child, eradicating nearly 27,000 illegal cannabis plants worth over $22 million, and apprehending suspects wanted for violent felonies.

Categories:   Cannabis
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The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has resolved public concern regarding reports of a poached bear in Eureka. Following a thorough investigation, officers determined the bear was not the victim of poaching but was instead humanely euthanized by law enforcement after sustaining severe injuries, likely from a vehicle strike.

Categories:   Bears, Law Enforcement
A solitary buck walks away toward dense cover.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is seeking public input in developing a Statewide Deer Conservation and Management Plan.

Categories:   Big Game, Deer
Wildflowers at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

California Biodiversity Day is a time to celebrate our state’s remarkable nature while encouraging actions to protect and steward it for future generations. Originally designated on Sept. 7, 2018, this annual event has expanded into a weeklong celebration, with this year’s events taking place Sept. 6-14 throughout the state.

Categories:   Outreach, Plants, Wildlife
Blue Creek flows near the confluence of the Klamath River in Humboldt County. Photo courtesy of Western Rivers Conservancy

The Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB) today announced the release of its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan that will guide the Board’s conservation and public access investments over the next five years.

Categories:   Environment, WCB, Wildlife Conservation Board

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