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As Los Angeles burns, Trump and California governor lock horns over aid
President – and Republicans – have tied funds to policy agendas as Gavin Newsom fights for more recovery funds. Days into his new administration, Donald Trump is locked in a wrestling match with a ...The Guardian - 4h -
New wildfires ignite in Southern California but rain set to bring relief
A new fire erupted Thursday near San Diego, burning through more than 800 acres. Meanwhile, rain is in the forecast for the weekend which could help with dry conditions but brings its own set of ...NBC News - 7h -
California governor signs $2.5bn relief package for LA wildfire recovery
Announcement comes day before Donald Trump will visit fire-torn areas and amid criticism around state water supply. Gavin Newsom has signed a $2.5bn relief package to help areas of Los Angeles ...The Guardian - 17h -
New wildfires erupt in Southern California
Fire crews are still battling multiple wildfires across Southern California, including the Hughes Fire which broke out Wednesday and has already torched more than 10,000 acres and forced tens of ...CBS News - 19h -
New Call Of Duty DLC Benefits LA Wildfire Relief Efforts
Players of Call of Duty: Warzone and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 can now contribute to relief efforts in the wake of the fires that recently devastated Los Angeles. Both games now allow players ...GameSpot - 3d -
Speaker Johnson ‘won’t commit’ to disaster relief for California without conditions
In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) says he cannot commit to disaster relief for California’s wildfires without strings attached, citing “foolish policy ...NBC News - 5d -
How Wildfires Came for Southern California
Many Californians thought wildfires couldn’t reach deep into their cities. But the Los Angeles fires showed how older homes became fuel that fed the fires.The New York Times - 6d -
Signs of progress as firefighters continue to battle wildfires
Fire officials said that for the first time since the wildfire emergency began eight days ago in Southern California, there has been no significant growth in the fires. As winds diminished, more ...NBC News - Jan. 15 -
Entertainment, tech companies donate millions to LA wildfire relief effort
Companies are pledging millions in donations to aid relief efforts for victims of the Los Angeles wildfires.CNBC - Jan. 15 -
YouTube donating $15 million in LA wildfire relief, support for creators days before TikTok ban
Google and YouTube will donate $15 million to support the Los Angeles community and content creators impacted by wildfires.CNBC - Jan. 15 -
The 2025 Grammys will proceed with wildfire relief changes. Here's what to expect
The 67th annual Grammy Awards will still take place Sunday, Feb. 2, at the CryptoABC News - Jan. 15 -
California fires could be costliest disaster in US history, says governor
Gavin Newsom accuses Donald Trump of spreading disinformation after president-elect calls emergency response ‘incompetent’Financial Times - Jan. 13 -
California fires live: governor doubles national guard in LA as firefighters arrive from Mexico and Canada – as it happened
Palisades and Eaton fires start coming under control as fierce winds ease but forecasters predict another red flag warning for Monday. This blog is now closed.. Full report evacuation orders ...The Guardian - Jan. 12 -
Southern California wildfires prompt more evacuations overnight; LA County declares health emergency
The expanding wildfires in Southern California have prompted more evacuation orders overnight while the Los Angeles County Public Health Department declared a local health emergency, stating the ...The Hill - Jan. 11 -
LA fire chief says city failed department amid ongoing Southern California wildfires
Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Chief Kristin Crowley said during an interview Friday that the city failed the department amid the ongoing wildfires in Southern California that have taken at ...The Hill - Jan. 11 -
Congress braces for California wildfire fallout
House lawmakers are bracing for what could be a contentious battle over emergency spending in the wake of the wildfires that are tearing through Southern California — an unprecedented disaster ...The Hill - Jan. 11 -
California wildfires live updates: Los Angeles death toll rises to 11 as governor orders water investigation
Officials say five people killed in Palisades fire and six in Eaton fire, while LA fire chief criticizes city officials over hydrants than ran dry. After the fire, the insurance battles: new ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
'LA Strong' logo and custom gear unveiled to aid Los Angeles wildfire recovery efforts
Los Angeles sports organizations are uniting to launch an “LA Strong” custom logo and apparel line that will raise money for organizations assisting those impacted by this week’s devasting wildfiresABC News - Jan. 10 -
As wildfires devastate LA, Republicans point fingers at Democratic California leaders
Trump and Maga allies are using the fires to attack leaders like Newsom – possibly foretelling power struggles ahead. If ever a situation cried out for elevating national unity over political ...The Guardian - Jan. 10 -
Southern California Edison asked to preserve evidence related to LA wildfires
The Eaton Fire began in Southern California Edison's service area on Tuesday afternoon, according to a statement from parent company Edison International.CNBC - Jan. 10 -
Biden says federal government to cover 100% of costs for initial LA fire recovery
President Joe Biden on Thursday announced the federal government would cover 100% of costs of the initial federal disaster response to the Los Angeles wildfires.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
Wildfire emergency relief efforts underway
Southern California wildfires have killed at least 5 people, forced tens of thousands to evacuate and burned several thousand structures. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson reports on an emergency ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Jamie Lee Curtis Offers $1 Million to Fund Wildfire Relief
Actor Jamie Lee Curtis offered the money to aid in battling the Palisades fire.Inc. - Jan. 9 -
See how large the California wildfires are
See how large the wildfires have become. The Palisades Fire is already larger than the land size of Providence, Rhode Island.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
How to donate to LA wildfire relief
A swarm of winter wildfires ravaged America's most heavily-populated county to start 2025, scorching cars, banks, bungalows and multi-million dollar mansions.The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Jamie Lee Curtis donates $1M to LA wildfire relief efforts: We are 'banding together to save each other'
Jamie Lee Curtis says her family is donating $1 million to relief efforts amid the wildfires in California that have devastated the Los Angeles area. "As the fire still rages on and [the California ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Ohio governor signs bill requiring schools to notify parents of ‘sexuality content’
Ohio’s Republican Gov. Mike DeWine signed legislation Wednesday requiring educators to reveal a student’s gender identity to their families and allow parents to opt their kids out of lessons that ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
MAGA Is Blaming DEI for the California Wildfires
Rather than months without rain or the effects of climate change, figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump Jr. are pointing to a familiar scapegoat as entire neighborhoods burn.Wired - Jan. 9 -
What is the 'ember cast' of the LA wildfires?
An ember cast occurs when heavy winds carry embers downwind to a new area where spot fires can be ignited.The Hill - Jan. 9 -
California wildfire forecast: LA under critical fire risk with gusty winds forecast
High pressure is building from the north and that will help to tighten the pressure gradient over southern California, producing more gusty winds.ABC News - Jan. 9 -
WATCH: Wildfire scientist on cause of Southern California wildfires
Wildfire scientist and fire ecologist Chad Hanson discusses the factors that led to the historic and devastating Southern California wildfires and how climate change played a role.ABC News - Jan. 8 -
The LA wildfires are 'worst-case scenario' for California residents
California homeowners shared video clips of the damaging flames plowing through the Pacific Palisades area as a fire continues to blaze since its start on Tuesday.ABC News - Jan. 8 -
California’s Wildfires Show No Signs of Slowing Down
As hurricane-force winds fan the most destructive wildfires in California history across bone-dry foothills, communities face the dual threat of natural forces and a warming world.Wired - Jan. 8 -
How to help victims of LA wildfires
The Red Cross Cross and Salvation Army are already mobilizing to help victims.The Hill - Jan. 8 -
California lawmakers monitoring LA wildfires: 'Concerned and heartbroken’
California lawmakers are offering their comfort to families shaken by ravaging wildfires in Los Angeles County that have forced thousands to evacuate after flames emerged on Tuesday morning. “We ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
2 dead, multiple 'significant injuries' in LA wildfires
Two people are dead and several other individuals have suffered from “significant injuries” due to the Eaton Fire spreading in Los Angeles County, according to authorities. L.A. County Fire Chief ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Wildfires in Southern California
Plus, we explain why Facebook is getting rid of fact-checking.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
LA official on California wildfires: This is a public safety emergency
Los Angeles councilmember, Traci Park, who represents one of the areas under siege from the intense wildfires, joins TODAY to share an update and break down what people should know about the ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Dangerous winds fueling California wildfires
NBC News' Chase Cain reports on the heavy smoke seen over Pacific Palisades, Calif., while meteorologist Bill Karins details the path of the strong winds.NBC News - Jan. 7 -
Ohio governor signs bill to charge public for police video footage
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) signed a new measure into law earlier this week that permits police departments to charge the public to release camera footage from its officers — including dash, body or ...The Hill - Jan. 4