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These 8 Mysteries of the West Remain Unsolved (and Are Turning Us into Obsessive Armchair Sleuths)

This Smart Trash Can Is Self-Sealing—and Even Changes the Bag for You

Colorful Tile and Bold Wallpaper Give This Venice Beach Cottage Modern Spanish Style

Relieve Stress with Visits to These Fragrant Places, from Lavender Farms to Redwood Groves

Resolutions We Can Stick To

Wildfires, Earthquakes, Mudslides, and … Tumbleweeds? These 30-Foot Monsters Are Coming for Your Car

Skip the Booze and Try One of These Fancy Beverages Instead

Cold Air, Bright Stars, Can’t Lose: Why Winter’s Best for Stargazing

Here Are All the States Where Plastic Bags Are Banned in the West

Thought the Polar Vortex Was a Wild Ride? Brace Yourself for the Polar Coaster!

Borrow Air Fryers, Instant Pots, and More Kitchen Gadgets… at the Library?

Trees Grow Best When Planted in Square Holes, but You’ve Known That for Awhile

The Best of the West in 2019: Editors’ Favorite Things from the Past Year

Sunset’s Most Popular Vegetarian Recipes of 2019

The Recipes We’re Cooking on New Year’s Day

The Best Winter Greens Aren’t Green—They’re Pink

Meet the Best Butchers in the West

How Sunset Editors Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Home

Skip the Sweets and Build a Savory Gingerbread House

Who Knew? “White Christmas” Was Actually About… Beverly Hills!

Our Readers Absolutely Loved These 10 Home Tours in 2019

Yes, You Can (Seriously!) Eat a Conifer—Try These 5 Ways

8 Indulgent Hot Chocolates for the Coziest Winter

Target Just Announced Its Spring Home Collection, and Here’s What We’re Eyeing