Supporting L.A. fire victims in Topanga

Ashley Scott and husband Forrest Morrow explain how the L.A. fires are impacting Topanga, and how the community is stepping up to support each other.

Tax relief for California wildfire victims

The IRS is offering relief to any area designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Currently, individuals and households that reside or have a business in Los Angeles County qualify for tax relief.

LA fires latest: Monday 8 a.m. presser

Los Angeles officials gathered Monday, Jan. 12, 2025, to provide the latest on the Palisades and Eaton fires devastating the area as more high winds are expected in the coming days.

Max punishment for scammers during fires, DA says

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said he is aware of price gouging and scams related to the fire recovery effort. The DA's office is investigating reports of price gouging for housing, medical supplies and other supplies.

City of LA makes 14 arrests since start of fires

LAPD Chief Dominic Choi says as of this morning, the city of LA has made 14 arrests - 3 for curfew, 1 for impersonating a firefighter, 1 for possession of burglary tools, 4 for burglary, 1 for DUI, 1 for felony vandalism, and 3 for shoplifting - in relation to the fires.

California fires: 34 arrested in evacuation zones

30 people have been arrested in the Eaton Fire area, and 4 in the Palisades area, according to LASD Sheriff Robert Luna. Additionally, there have been two 'drone incidents' that have led to arrests.