Born on Sept. 11, 1855, in Belfast, Ireland, Mulholland ran away to join the British Merchant Navy at age 15 after his father beat him for poor performance in school. After four years at sea, he ...

Nevada City might be the most well-preserved Gold Rush town in California. Its Victorian buildings stand tall, as if proudly showing off their elaborate architecture. Gas lamps illuminate the streets ...

The Nevada County Sheriff's Office investigates after human remains were found by a father and son in Nevada City.