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Video captures family's harrowing escape as Palisades Fire engulfs home
Social media video of one family's dramatic escape Tuesday from the inferno that engulfed their Pacific Palisades home prompted an outpouring of support and sympathy. On Friday, they returned to ...CBS News - 1h -
An Altadena Family Escaped the L.A. Wildfires, but They Lost Almost Everything
Aurielle Hall knew she had little time to get herself and her daughter out of Altadena. Convincing Aunt Cheri would be a different challenge.The New York Times - 1h -
Ex-USC QB Miller Moss rips outlet for misrepresenting post-wildfire footage of strangers playing basketball at family's home
"Those are utter strangers."Yahoo Sports - 3h -
As L.A. Wildfire Damages Hit $20 Billion Estimate, Insurers Slump
The wildfire may be the costliest disaster in California history.Inc. - 3h -
Rep. Lieu calls for investigation into water pressure failures in L.A. wildfire fight
Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.), who represents a district affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles, calls for an investigation into the failures of the water system as firefighters work to put out the ...NBC News - 6h -
Bob Clearmountain, L.A. studio icon, lost his home in the Palisades fire: 'This could be the end of our world.'
The revered rock producer and mixer lost his house and his custom-built home recording studio in the Palisades fire.Los Angeles Times - 8h -
BAFTA Tea Party, key stop in the Oscar race, canceled due to L.A. wildfires
Saturday's event, an annual mainstay of the awards circuit, has been canceled amid the L.A. wildfires, the organization announced Wednesday.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
As wildfires ravage L.A., here's a look at worst fires in California's history
Early estimates show that the total damage and economic loss due to the Los Angeles wildfires could be between $60 billion and $130 billion.CBS News - 5h -
Los Angeles wildfires: Cardinals provide jets for Rams' players, staff, families and pets ahead of relocated wild-card game
The Rams are getting some help from a division rival.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
The Evacuation App That’s Saving Lives in the L.A. Wildfires
Government agencies were slow to adapt Genasys Protect, created by two tech industry veterans at the request of a fire chief. But the app, which guides people to safety, has proved its value.Inc. - 8h -
Maps show how dry the Southern California is, as L.A. wildfires burn
Dry vegetation helped fuel fires that spread through the Los Angeles area in early January 2025.CBS News - 11h -
"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home in L.A. wildfires: "Your heart just breaks"
Actor Milo Ventimiglia, best known for his roles in "This is Us" and "Gilmore Girls," spoke about losing his home in the L.A.-area wildfires as he and his pregnant wife prepare to welcome their ...CBS News - 11h -
Veterinarian takes in dozens of pets as L.A. wildfires devastate the region
As the most destructive wildfires in L.A. history continue to ravage the region, veterinarian Dr. Annie Harvilicz is rescuing and caring for pets caught in the chaos. Harvilicz has taken in 40 ...CBS News - 12h -
‘Last three days have felt like a nightmare’: L.A. councilwoman describes wildfires
Los Angeles Councilwoman Traci Park, who represents the Pacific Palisades, was out surveying the wildfire damage and described the current situation as “a nightmare that no one can wake up from.”NBC News - 13h -
Questions mount over budget cuts made ahead of L.A.-area wildfires
Los Angeles city leaders are facing mounting questions over whether the city was prepared as the wildfires, including the Palisades Fire, broke out. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is also facing criticism ...CBS News - 13h -
L.A. wildfires to cost insurers more than $20 billion. Three companies are likely to foot most of the bill.
Allstate, Chubb and Travelers are likely to be the publicly traded insurance carriers most affected, as they are the most exposed to the California homeowners’ market.MarketWatch - 18h -
At least 10 dead in L.A. wildfires as strengthened winds complicate firefighting efforts
180,000 evacuation orders have been prompted by 5 blazes across the county, with the largest fire only 6% contained.NBC News - 19h -
L.A. wildfires have caused more than $135 billion in economic losses — and counting
Fires across Southern California are already one of the most damaging in the states history.MarketWatch - 1d -
Low water supply causing ‘a real challenge’ in battling wildfires, says L.A. Fire Dept. Official
Capt. Erik Scott, Public Information Officer for the Los Angeles Fire Department, joins Meet the Press NOW with the latest on the fight against wildfires in Los Angeles County.NBC News - 1d -
NBA postpones Thursday's Hornets-Lakers game due to Los Angeles wildfires, coach JJ Redick's home reportedly lost
"The entire NBA family sends its thoughts and support to the community of Los Angeles during this challenging time," the league said.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Los Angeles wildfire survivor describes harrowing escape
Flames from the Palisades Fire surrounded the car Aaron Samson and his 83-year-old father-in-law, who has Parkinson's disease, were in as they tried to escape.CBS News - 1d -
FEMA teams working with families who lost homes in deadly Los Angeles wildfires
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is working with families who lost their homes in the deadly Los Angeles wildfires, the agency's administrator said. FEMA Administrator Deanne ...The Hill - 1d -
Mandy Moore, Billy Crystal among celebrities who lost homes in Los Angeles wildfires
Wildfires raging across parts of Los Angeles have destroyed several celebrities’ homes, including actors Mandy Moore and Billy Crystal. More than 1,000 structures have burned from the Palisades ...The Hill - 1d -
California wildfire survivor describes harrowing escape from Palisades Fire
The Los Angeles area wildfires have forced more than 100,000 people from their homes. Aaron Samson and his 83-year-old father-in-law, who has Parkinson's disease, escaped on foot from the Palisades ...CBS News - 1d -
Fire official gives update as deadly wildfires rage through L.A. area
Los Angeles Fire Department public information officer Captain Adam Van Gerpen speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the latest in the fight to control the raging wildfires burning through the L.A. area.CBS News - 1d -
L.A. wildfires spread and Jimmy Carter funeral: Morning Rundown
The Palisades Fire becomes the most destructive in L.A. history as firefighters battle blazes across the city.NBC News - 1d -
Wildfire turns scenes of L.A. into a nightmare of burning homes and fleeing residents
At least two people are dead, hundreds of buildings have burned and tens of thousands of Southern Californians remain under evacuation orders after fast-moving wildfires exploded in the Los Angeles ...NBC News - 2d -
Clippers' Kawhi Leonard stepping away from team to be with family evacuated from L.A. wildfires, per report
As of Wednesday, 70,000 residents have been ordered to evacuate Los Angeles CountyCBS Sports - 2d -
Redick says family evacuated due to L.A. wildfires
Lakers coach JJ Redick called attention to the wildfires in the Pacific Palisades, saying his family was among those forced to evacuate.ESPN - 2d -
L.A. officials report civilian fatalities and '0% containment' for wildfires
Los Angeles officials gave an update on the wildfires in California, reporting that there are multiple injuries and two reported fatalities from the Eaton Fire as it grows with "0% containment."NBC News - 2d -
Resident who escaped wildfires describes devastation around Los Angeles
Sue Kohl evacuated as wildfires threatened her Southern California community. She joined CBS News to describe her experience.CBS News - 2d -
L.A. County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath on the latest wildfire conditions
L.A. County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath provides an update on the Palisades fire and other wildfires wreaking havoc across the region.CBS News - 2d -
Wildfires Roar Through L.A., and Trump Floats U.S. Expansion
Plus, the end of Facebook fact-checking.The New York Times - 2d -
NBA coaches Steve Kerr, JJ Redick say family members evacuated due to Pacific Palisades wildfire
NBA coaches JJ Redick and Steve Kerr said their family members were evacuated due to the Pacific Palisades wildfire, one of four spreading in California since Tuesday. "I just want to acknowledge ...The Hill - 2d -
Pacific Palisades Evacuees Describe Escape From Wildfire
Cars clogged scenic Sunset Boulevard and headed away from the Palisades, a seaside neighborhood on the west side of Los Angeles.The New York Times - 2d -
Lakers coach JJ Redick says Los Angeles wildfire has forced his family to evacuate: 'People are scared'
More than 30,000 people have been told to evacuate their homes amid the deadly firesCBS Sports - 2d -
‘How long can I stay?’ Families tell of last-minute escape from California wildfire
By the time Jon Oei’'s family drove toward the ocean, it was dark and the power was out: ‘There were no lights, and everything was on fire’. Live coverage: Pacific Palisades fire doubles in ...The Guardian - 2d -
KNBC coverage of L.A. wildfires, driven by powerful winds
Watch live KNBC coverage as multiple wildfires are engulfing the Los Angeles area, prompting mandatory evacuations and leaving millions of people under red flag warnings.NBC News - 3d -
L.A. wildfires rapidly grow with worst winds still to come
Powerful winds whip up a fire in the coastal Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, forcing residents to evacuate.NBC News - 3d -
Royal family pays tribute to Prince William, Harry's nanny who lost stepson in New Orleans attack
Prince William shared his condolences to the family of his former nanny after her stepson was killed in the New Year’s terror attack in New Orleans. “Catherine and I have been shocked and saddened ...The Hill - 6d