Investigators on Friday determined that a catalytic converter started three separate brush fires in remote East San Diego County that prompted evacuations the night before.

Kirker Fire initially started 5:55 p.m. July 10 in Contra Costa County, California. Since its discovery 16 hours ago, it has burned 14 acres. By Friday morning, the fire has been fully contained. The ...

An air quality advisory is in effect for the Bay Area on Friday, as smoke from wildfires burning in far Northern California ...