California arson suspect 'liked smell of burning leaves'
LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell said one of the arson suspects they arrested "admitted to starting the fire because he liked the smell of burning leaves."
LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell said one of the arson suspects they arrested "admitted to starting the fire because he liked the smell of burning leaves."
LA fire chief update on fire near Hansen Dam
This additional brush fire was controlled within half an hour and no damages were reported.
This additional brush fire was controlled within half an hour and no damages were reported.
LA fires update: Officials update on Palisades, Eaton fires
Firefighters continue to battle two major wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
Firefighters continue to battle two major wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
LA fires update: Arrests shy of triple digits
Close to 100 fire-related arrests have been made, according to authorities.
Close to 100 fire-related arrests have been made, according to authorities.
Eaton Fire: Massive emergency response in action
A massive response of police, firefighters, and first responders is on the scene of the Eaton Fire, working tirelessly to contain the blaze and ensure public safety. Here's a look at their coordinated efforts.
A massive response of police, firefighters, and first responders is on the scene of the Eaton Fire, working tirelessly to contain the blaze and ensure public safety. Here's a look at their coordinated efforts.
LA wildfires: Lesbian bar announces closure
The queer community around the entire country is now rallying support around the bar’s former employees, and for the remaining lesbian bar in the area.
The queer community around the entire country is now rallying support around the bar’s former employees, and for the remaining lesbian bar in the area.
Palisades Fire investigation points to fireworks
Authorities continue to investigate the probable cause of the Palisades Fire that has charred miles of land and left families with nothing.
Authorities continue to investigate the probable cause of the Palisades Fire that has charred miles of land and left families with nothing.
Eaton Fire Live Updates: Wednesday, Jan. 15
All eyes are on the Santa Ana winds as Southern California braces for possibly yet another round of fires.
All eyes are on the Santa Ana winds as Southern California braces for possibly yet another round of fires.
Surge of strong winds pose threat to ongoing wildfires
Residents and first responders braced as a surge of Santa Ana winds were expected to pick back up on Wednesday.
Residents and first responders braced as a surge of Santa Ana winds were expected to pick back up on Wednesday.
California fires: 91-year-old photographer loses over 80K photos
John, 91 and his wife have lived on Norwick Place in Altadena for decades. He worked at JPL for 48 years and was also a professional photographer. He estimates over 80,000 photos stored on hard drives were lost in the fire.
John, 91 and his wife have lived on Norwick Place in Altadena for decades. He worked at JPL for 48 years and was also a professional photographer. He estimates over 80,000 photos stored on hard drives were lost in the fire.
LAUSD students who attended schools impacted by fires to begin classes at new locations
Assuming conditions "remain the same or improve," the LAUSD will also resume outdoor activities, including physical education, athletics, recess, nutrition and lunch. Field trips could resume by Thursday.
Assuming conditions "remain the same or improve," the LAUSD will also resume outdoor activities, including physical education, athletics, recess, nutrition and lunch. Field trips could resume by Thursday.
California wildfire victims can claim a one-time $770 FEMA payment: How to apply
A one-time, $770 payment is available immediately for victims of the California wildfires as part of FEMA's Critical Needs Assistance program.
A one-time, $770 payment is available immediately for victims of the California wildfires as part of FEMA's Critical Needs Assistance program.
California fires: Arrests near 100
97 total arrests have been made since the start of the fires last week.
97 total arrests have been made since the start of the fires last week.
City controller blasts Mayor Bass, city leaders over fire budget cuts: 'Disgraceful'
In a series of posts on X, Controller Kenneth Mejia called it “disgraceful" that city officials are downplaying major cuts to the fire department amid deadly wildfires.
In a series of posts on X, Controller Kenneth Mejia called it “disgraceful" that city officials are downplaying major cuts to the fire department amid deadly wildfires.
California fires: Eaton Fire is 35% contained
The deadly fire in the Pasadena-Altadena area has scorched over 14,000 acres.
The deadly fire in the Pasadena-Altadena area has scorched over 14,000 acres.
Palisades Fire Live Updates: Wednesday, Jan. 15
Survivors of the Palisades Fire are bracing for yet another round of possible fires due to the Santa Ana winds moving into Southern California.
Survivors of the Palisades Fire are bracing for yet another round of possible fires due to the Santa Ana winds moving into Southern California.
LA wildfire victims devastated by destruction
Residents impacted by the Eaton and Palisades fires continue dealing with devastation a week after the fires first sparked.
Residents impacted by the Eaton and Palisades fires continue dealing with devastation a week after the fires first sparked.
Students impacted by fires begin classes
Students who attended schools destroyed by the Palisades Fire will begin classes at new locations.
Students who attended schools destroyed by the Palisades Fire will begin classes at new locations.
Palisades Fire: New leads into cause
The investigation into what sparked the Palisades Fire has intensified. They are looking into a small New Year's Day fire as a possible cause.
The investigation into what sparked the Palisades Fire has intensified. They are looking into a small New Year's Day fire as a possible cause.
California fires: $770 FEMA payments available
Biden this week said $5.1 million has already been delivered to nearly 6,000 survivors who registered for the program through FEMA's Critical Needs Assistance program.
Biden this week said $5.1 million has already been delivered to nearly 6,000 survivors who registered for the program through FEMA's Critical Needs Assistance program.