What happened on Thursday, Jan. 16 as crews improved containment on Palisades, Eaton fires
Coverage of the firefighters' battle to improve containment over the Eaton and Palisades fires, including stories about the latest death count and victim frustration.
California has 'always been there' for disaster-affected states, Sen. Padilla says
California Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla hopes President-elect Donald Trump will 'do the right thing' and support fire recovery efforts with no strings attached.
Mayor Karen Bass surveys damage in Pacific Palisades upon return to Los Angeles
Mayor Karen Bass joined Gov. Gavin Newsom and U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla to survey damage in Pacific Palisades following her return to Los Angeles on Wednesday. Show Caption1 of 5 LA City Fire Captain Frank Lima,
California's FAIR Plan faces financial strain amid Los Angeles wildfire crisis
Los Angeles wildfires highlight California's insurance crisis as the FAIR Plan faces challenges with limited funds to cover massive fire claims.
Battling LA’s wildfires, priorities shift for Gov. Gavin Newsom’s once Trump-focused special session
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has expanded the focus of a special session he called to pass legislation safeguarding the state's progressive policies ahead of Republican President-elect Donald Trump's return to office.
LA Mayor Karen Bass faces critical leadership test as questions emerge about wildfire response
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is facing withering criticism for her response to the firestorm ravaging her city.
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California has 'always been there' for disaster-affected states, Sen. Padilla says
Alex Padilla of California ... what's next and how we're going to begin to rebuild," Padilla said. The Palisades, Eaton, Hurst and Auto fires have claimed at least 23 lives, burned over 40,000 ...
Palisades fire: Areas reopened to residents, evacuation areas, shelters, more
Firefighters are battling the fast-moving, destructive Palisades fire. Here are details on evacuations, road closures, shelters.
Winds expected to wane as firefighters seek to contain L.A. fires
The National Weather Service warns to “stay on guard for a fast-moving fire,” as winds may challenge containment efforts. Follow live updates on the Palisades, Eaton and other fires.
Homes were burning and roads already jammed when Pacific Palisades evacuation order came, AP finds
An Associated Press analysis of emergency communications shows that the first evacuation order covering neighborhoods closest to the start of the devastating Pacific Palisades wildfire didn’t come until about 40 minutes after some of those homes were already burning.