Foragers are being warned of what could be the largest toxic mushroom outbreak in California history, which state health ...

After a recent fatal poisoning, health experts say one truth stands out: if you’re not absolutely sure about a wild mushroom, don’t eat it. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued ...

The death of a Sonoma County resident last week prompted public health officials to urge foragers not to consume wild ...

Have you noticed the world getting a little more obsessed with mushrooms lately? Maybe you steer clear of wild mushrooms entirely because you don’t have a clue what’s delectable, what’s ...

Officials in San Mateo County are the latest in the Bay Area to warn residents to not forage for wild mushrooms, amid a rise ...

Experts say watch out for "Western Destroying Angel" mushrooms and "Death Cap" mushrooms because they have dangerous toxins.

Eating wild mushrooms is a famously dangerous hobby. If you are an expert forager, you’ll know what grows in your area, where to find it, and how to be absolutely sure that you’ve found an edible ...

Mushroom season has begun. A wide variety of fungi are sprouting up in forests and yards, especially after a heavy rainstorm. While wild mushrooms are generally safe to touch, eating mysterious ...