NEWS CLIPS

 The opinions and views expressed in the news stories of interest do not always reflect those of the California Department of Parks and Recreation.

News Stories of Interest
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Week of Nov. 9, 2026

The opinions and views expressed in the news stories of interest do not always reflect those of the California Department of Parks and Recreation

18-year-old arrested in Moss Landing shooting that killed two teens: An 18-year-old man was booked Friday in connection with the Moss Landing shooting that killed two teenagers, according to Monterey County jail records.
Ricardo Tovar, KSBW, Nov. 6, 2026

Napa Valley: Siebel Newsom honored for state parks advocacy: First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom (Gov. Gavin Newsom’s spouse) was presented the Golden Poppy Award, as a Golden State Parks Champion. (Subscription Needed)
William Roller, Lake County Record-Bee, Nov. 6, 2026

Free State Parks passes inspire 4th graders to explore nature: California wants fourth graders to get out and see the state parks. With the Free Fourth Grade Pass, they are granted access to 54 participating parks.
Jocelyn Corona, KAZU, Nov. 6, 2026

California State Parks Hosts Recovery Workshops for Will Rogers, Topanga: Palisadians are invited to help shape the future of Will Rogers State Historic Park and Topanga State Park during a pair of recovery workshops hosted this month by the California Department of Parks and Recreation. Both parks were heavily damaged in the Palisades Fire.
Samantha Stahl, Palisadian-Post, Nov. 8, 2026

Prescribed burn underway in Santa Cruz Mountains: Cal Fire and California State Parks are conducting prescribed burns on 85 acres in the Forest of Nisene Marks through Wednesday.
Josh Copitch, KSBW 8, Nov. 9, 2026

California State Parks Honors Veterans Free Admission to Over 140 Parks on Veterans Day: California State Parks is proud to invite U.S. military veterans and their families to enjoy free admission to 145 state parks on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. (Copy of Press Release)
Contra Costa News, Nov. 9, 2026

California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways Now Accepting Grant Letters of Intent to Address Coastal Erosion: California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is now accepting letters of intent from public agencies interested in grant funding for projects that address the impacts of coastal erosion on California’s ocean and bay shorelines. (Copy of Press Release)
Redheaded Blackbelt, Nov. 9, 2026

DA declines to charge suspect in Moss Landing double homicide: The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office announced Monday that it will not file charges against an 18-year-old Greenfield man arrested in connection with the Nov. 2 shooting on Jetty Road in Moss Landing that left two teenagers dead.
Todd Guild, The Pajaronian, Nov. 9, 2026

CalTrans Places Massive Boulders on Eroding Orange County Beach: CalTrans placed boulders on Moro Beach in Orange County in response to damage from Hurricane Rachel.
Evan Quarnstorm, The Inertia, Nov. 9, 2026

Why Nearly 2,000 Dead Seabirds Have Washed Up on the California Coast:Scientists say El Niño is exacerbating conditions by causing Pacific Ocean temperatures to rise.
Soumya Karlamangla, The New York Times, Nov. 10, 2026

California State Parks promotes safe and responsible recreation during Off-Highway Vehicle Safety Week: California State Parks will be offering 17 OHV safety courses and events during the fifth annual OHV Safety Week (Nov. 14-22). 
Lake County News, Nov. 10, 2026

Fall Weekend Itinerary: An Atmospheric Overnighter Outdoors on the Sonoma Coast : Head to Fort Ross State Historic Park for cozy fall camping, migrating gray whales and a unique slice of California history.
Sarah Wright, KQED, Nov. 10, 2026

California Plans Its Biggest State Park Expansion in Decades:The plan would bring the statewide total to 283 parks while adding 30,000 acres to existing parks by the end of the decade. 
Rider Magazine, Nov. 10, 2026

Search called off for 24-year-old Bay Area woman swept into ocean near Santa Cruz: A multi-agency search was called off Monday afternoon in Santa Cruz after hours of searching for 24-year-old Senah Park. Park was swept out to the ocean Sunday night.
Tim J. Johns, ABC Los Angeles, Nov. 10, 2026

Pacific Palisades Community Council sets virtual session on wildfire insurance and park updates: Homeowner insurance strategies and wildfire resilience measures will take center stage during the upcoming Pacific Palisades Community Council virtual assembly via Zoom this week.
Sarah Lin, Palisades News, Nov. 10, 2026

Coast Guard calls off search for woman swept out to sea at Santa Cruz beach: The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for a 24-year-old woman who was swept out to sea near Panther State Beach in Santa Cruz County earlier in the week.
KTVU, Nov. 11, 2026

Pilot killed in Ocotillo Wells plane crash identified: A pilot who died when the small plane he was flying crashed into a hill earlier this month in Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area was identified Wednesday by the county Medical Examiner’s Office.
Caleb Lunetta, The San Diego Union-Tribune, Nov. 11, 2026

State Parks promotes safety during Off-Highway Vehicle Safety Week Nov. 14-22: California State Parks will be offering 17 off-highway vehicle safety courses and events during the fifth annual OHV Safety Week Nov. 14-22. Off-road enthusiasts can learn about the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division’s “Ride to Ride Again” OHV Safety Week theme, which emphasizes the importance of riding responsibly and respectfully. Visitors can also participate in hands-on safety activity events during the week at several state vehicular recreation areas, the state said in a press release. (Copy of Press Release)
The Press, Nov. 12, 2026

Oceano Dunes camping reservations canceled ahead of weekend high surf: California State Parks canceled camping at the Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area for a few days in November to protect people from forecasted high tides and large surf.
Stephanie Zappelli, San Luis Obispo Tribune, Nov. 12, 2026