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WM CEO says new acquisition is a 'natural hedge' for the company
In an interview with CNBC's Jim Cramer, WM CEO Jim Fish described how the waste management company's recent acquisition helps reduce volatility.CNBC - 5d -
Los Angeles to review wildfire alert systems after lethal blazes
Residents say patchwork network of public and private alert systems failed to warn them about extent of wildfires. Los Angeles county officials on Tuesday approved an outside review of how alerts ...The Guardian - 6d -
Ramaswamy: 'Incorrect' to say he didn't get along with Musk
Biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy said Monday that it’s “incorrect” to say he departed President Trump’s inaugural “Department of Government Efficiency” because he did not get along with his ...The Hill - Jan. 28 -
Los Angeles family says they will rebuild medical practice that served neighborhood for decades
On a visit to Los Angeles, Michelle Miller reconnected with a family who built a medical practice that served residents in Altadena, devastated by the Eaton Fire, and neighboring Pasadena for over ...CBS News - Jan. 25 -
Details on new Los Angeles-area fires
New wildfires broke out Wednesday around Los Angeles as firefighters continued to battle the Palisades and Eaton fires that have been burning for more than two weeks. CBS News reporter Andres ...CBS News - Jan. 23 -
Eye Opener: New Los Angeles wildfire forces tens of thousands to evacuate
Another fast moving wildfire fueled by powerful winds near Los Angeles explodes in size, forcing tens of thousands to evacuate. Also, record cold temperatures blanket the South, bringing new ...CBS News - Jan. 23 -
Crews around Los Angeles battling new wildfires, Trump threatening to withhold aid
Authorities in California are dealing with new wildfires, including the Hughes Fire that has put more than 50,000 people under evacuation orders and warnings in northern Los Angeles. CBS News ...CBS News - Jan. 23 -
Firefighters battle to keep upper hand on new wildfire north of Los Angeles
Hughes fire near Castaic Lake broke out on Wednesday and led to evacuation orders or warnings for more than 50,000. Firefighters fought to maintain the upper hand on a huge and rapidly moving ...The Guardian - Jan. 23 -
New wildfire spreads north of charred Los Angeles
A new brush fire north of Los Angeles, called the Hughes Fire, sparks new evacuation warnings, consuming more than 10,000 acres in a matter of hours. NBC’s Liz Kreutz reports for TODAY.NBC News - Jan. 23 -
Los Angeles firefighters battle new blaze
Tens of thousands of residents under evacuation order while city braces for possible mudslides this weekendFinancial Times - Jan. 23 -
WATCH: New explosive wildfire erupts near Los Angeles forcing mass evacuations
A new wildfire exploded north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, forcing tens of thousands out of their homes and scorching thousands of acres.ABC News - Jan. 22 -
New wildfire explodes in size north of Los Angeles
A wildfire erupted Wednesday near the community of Castaic in north Los Angeles County. The blaze quickly grew to more than 5,000 acres, spurring thousands of evacuations. Jonathan Vigliotti has ...CBS News - Jan. 22 -
Newsom says he looks forward to Trump's visit to Los Angeles
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) said he looks forward to President Trump visiting Los Angeles and stands “ready to work” with his administration on issues on which their values align. “As our ...The Hill - Jan. 20 -
Los Angeles braces for Santa Ana winds as officials issue new PDS warning
The National Weather Service has issued another rare Particularly Dangerous Situation warning in anticipation of Monday's Santa Ana wind event.CBS News - Jan. 20 -
Trump says he'll probably visit Los Angeles next week
President-elect Donald Trump plans to visit Southern California communities ravaged by the deadly fires.CBS News - Jan. 18 -
Trump says he will 'probably' travel to Los Angeles next week
President-elect Donald Trump will likely travel to California next week to view the aftermath of the devastating wildfires in greater Los Angeles, he told NBC News’ “Meet the Press” moderator ...NBC News - Jan. 18 -
Trump floats adding Los Angeles aid to reconciliation bill
President-elect Trump floated the idea Thursday of including federal aid to Los Angeles in the wake of deadly fires as part of a massive reconciliation package, suggesting that doing so would win ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
State Farm cancels Super Bowl ad, citing impact of Los Angeles fires
State Farm is pulling its Super Bowl ad, saying the insurer is focused on supporting Los Angeles residents.CBS News - Jan. 16 -
Here's the science behind the Los Angeles wildfires
Epic events like the Southern California wildfires do not have a singular cause.ABC News - Jan. 14 -
Death toll rises to 25 amid new Los Angeles warnings and thousands still under evacuation orders – as it happened
Firefighters expect difficult and treacherous day as red flag warning forecasts winds of up to 75mph. This blog is now closed. Private firefighting crews prompt furious public debate Tell us ...The Guardian - Jan. 15 -
Eye Opener: Los Angeles wildfire death toll climbs as Santa Ana winds fuel new fire fears
As high winds continue to threaten Los Angeles, the death toll from the unprecedented wildfires rises. Also, confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees begin this ...CBS News - Jan. 13 -
Former British child star dies in Los Angeles wildfire, mother says
Rory Sykes' mother said she was unable to help her son due to a broken arm.The Hill - Jan. 12 -
New evacuations ordered as stubborn Palisades Fire expands east in Los Angeles
Nearly 7,000 firefighters are working to contain the spreading flames in Los Angeles County on Saturday, with no end in sight. Overnight, the Palisades Fire, the largest of the brush fires, grew by ...CBS News - Jan. 11 -
A timeline of alerts and warnings for the Los Angeles area wildfires
Here's a look at the timeline of events for the weather alerts and warnings leading up to, and after, the deadly and devastating wildfires broke out in Southern California.CBS News - Jan. 11 -
False evacuation alerts in Los Angeles
Los Angeles officials launched an investigation after evacuation alerts were sent to the wrong people as wildfires ravage the region. The company that provides the technology says it's added ...CBS News - Jan. 11 -
Company behind incorrect Los Angeles alerts says it added new safeguards
Genasys, the company behind Los Angeles' emergency alert technology, said it has "not been able to replicate" an error that sent inaccurate information to millions.CBS News - Jan. 11 -
In utterly unsurprising news, Maga blames diversity for the Los Angeles wildfires
Elon Musk, one of the brightest minds of his generation, is saying it, so it must be true. Women, eh? They’re simply not to be trusted. Eve ate that apple; Pandora opened that horrible little box; ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
Wellema Hat Company Destroyed by Los Angeles Wildfires
The Wellema Hat Company was one of many local Los Angeles businesses destroyed by this week’s fires. Now its founders are figuring out how to — or even if they can — start over.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
New fears that strong winds will keep fueling Los Angeles wildfires
Deadly wildfires in Southern California remain mostly uncontained as of Friday evening. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office says at least 10 people have died. CBS News correspondent ...CBS News - Jan. 10 -
WATCH: New images show devastation across Los Angeles from wildfires
More than 10,000 structures have been destroyed across Los Angeles County as evacuees trickle back into the area, trying to salvage any mementos that have been left from the fires.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
The Costs of the Los Angeles Fires
Damages are now estimated to reach up to $57 billion. The blazes add to a string of climate-related catastrophes hitting businesses and homeowners.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Another fire roars to life in Los Angeles, triggering new evacuations
As crews try to contain the massive wildfires in southern California, a new one has popped up, triggering more evacuations. It comes as the death toll continues to climb. NBC’s Tom Llamas reports ...NBC News - Jan. 10 -
All of Los Angeles County receives evacuation alert in error
Los Angeles County officials accidentally sent an evacuation text to all residents in error on Thursday evening as wildfires continue to spread rapidly throughout the area. The city’s emergency ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
The Los Angeles Fires Will Put California’s New Insurance Rules to the Test
The state’s insurance industry was reformed in late 2024 to promote coverage in disaster-prone areas. Tens of billions in fire damage will stress-test the new regime.Wired - Jan. 9 -
Trump says Newsom should resign as Los Angeles wildfires rage
President-elect Trump has cast blame on California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) for the raging wildfires in the Los Angeles region, most recently calling for him to resign. “One of the best and most ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Behind the dramatic efforts to evacuate Los Angeles area residents
Thousands of Los Angeles area residents were forced to evacuated with little notice as the Palisade Fire quickly spread. CBS News' Elise Preston breaks down the latest conditions near Malibu, and ...CBS News - Jan. 8 -
New weather update as fires consume parts of Los Angeles County
Hurricane-force winds are still fanning embers that are spreading wildfires in parts of Los Angeles County. CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest weather forecast.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Private sector companies added 122,000 jobs in December, less than expected, ADP says
Job creation eased more than expected in December while wages grew at the slowest pace in nearly 3½ years.CNBC - Jan. 8 -
Apple says it will update AI feature after inaccurate news alerts
One alert claimed BBC story said Luigi Mangione, alleged murderer of US healthcare CEO, had killed himself. Apple has said it will update an artificial intelligence feature that has issued ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
NHL Waivers: New York Rangers Take Arthur Kaliyev From The Los Angeles Kings
Right Winger Arthur Kaliyev has been claimed by the New York Rangers after the LA Kings waived him on Sunday.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6
