Mushrooms

Amanita phalloides, also known as the death cap mushroom, is the likely culprit behind a surge in toxic poisonings across California linked to wild mushroom foraging.

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Wild mushroom poisonings are on the rise in California. Here’s what to know

Claudia Brancart

The state is currently experiencing its largest outbreak of wild mushroom poisoning in decades. Since last November, there have been 35 cases and three deaths.

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California warns against mushroom foraging | Officials await LaMalfa autopsy results | Gallagher seeks LaMalfa seat

Erik Adams, Claudia Brancart, Andre Byik, Ken Devol

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, January 15, 2025.

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NorCal Iranian American group backs protesters in Iran | Domestic violence cases rise in Butte County | What’s behind California's mushroom poisonings

Erik Adams, Claudia Brancart, Andre Byik, Ken Devol

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, January 13, 2025.