The Bear Flag Revolt (after which California was an independent nation for 25 days) and the Mexican-American War ensued, but photographs only really started telling California’s story after gold ...

“On this year's 100th anniversary of the last credible sighting of a grizzly bear in California, I think it’s important for people to understand that it’s not just a picture on a flag, it’s not just ...

The grizzly bear is California’s state animal and the centerpiece of its flag and seal — but a grizzly hasn’t roamed the wilds of the Golden State since 1924. It’s time to bring the state flag back to ...