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86-year-old Army vet loses home in LA fires: 'I just cried'
Army veteran Roosevelt Pullem said the Eaton Fire demolished his Altadena home but couldn't destroy his memories.ABC News - 8h -
Families dropped by insurance struggle after losing homes in California fires
More than 100,000 homeowners in the Los Angeles area were dropped by their insurance companies before the recent wildfires broke out. Elizabeth Cook shares the story of families now struggling to ...CBS News - 10h -
California’s Insurance System Faces Crucial Test as Wildfire Losses Mount
The California FAIR Plan, the state’s insurer of last resort, had just $377 million available last week to pay claims that could reach billions, officials said.The New York Times - 13h -
Family with three generations living together loses home in California wildfires
Three generations of the Mendoza family and their seven dogs are now crowded into small hotel rooms after their home was destroyed in the California wildfires. The family is thankful to be alive ...CBS News - 19h -
How a single home on Altadena block survived after Eaton Fire burned neighborhood
As the Eaton Fire ravaged everything in its path in Altadena, generations of homes were destroyed, except for one woman whose home was spared.ABC News - 1d -
Small Businesses and Homeowners in My Hometown Are Grappling With California’s Broken Insurance Market
One business owner in Altadena, where I once lived, would love to rebuild. But all of her customers lost their homes.Inc. - 1d -
Lakers, Clippers expected to resume home play Monday after Los Angeles fires postponed games
Lakers and Clippers games over the weekend were postponed because of the fires.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
California fires could make this pricey travel insurance add-on more essential
Insurers have seen a rise in cancel-for-any-reason policies. Here’s what travelers should know before buying in.MarketWatch - 2d -
Falcons fire first-year DC after struggles vs. pass
The Falcons have fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after the team allowed the second-most touchdown passes in the NFL and had the second-fewest sacks.ESPN - 2d -
Synagogue Congregation Grieves in Borrowed Home After L.A. Fires
Across Los Angeles, congregants displaced by the blazes met for their first services in borrowed churches, synagogues and other temples.The New York Times - 3d -
Is the Pink Fire Retardant That Planes Are Dropping on the California Fires Safe?
It’s widely used because it can slow flames in ways that water can’t. But it also contains heavy metals and other harmful compounds.The New York Times - 3d -
California wildfires highlight the fast pace of home building in fire-prone areas
“More people are building in fire-prone areas than ever before, and they are not building with fire resistance in mind, because it’s expensive,” one expert said.MarketWatch - 4d -
Lakers coach Redick loses home in LA wildfires
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick describes the "devastation and destruction" after losing his home in the LA wildfires.BBC News - 4d -
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 - 4d -
Fire home insurance: What people in California should not do
If your home or business was damaged or destroyed in a wildfire, California Insurance Commissioner Richard Lara says don't sign anything right away.ABC News - 4d -
California homeowners battle an 'insurance crisis' as wildfires burn out of control
The wind-driven wildfires burning out of control in the Los Angeles area couldn't have emerged at a more perilous moment for California's homeowners, as officials try to rehab what they concede is ...NBC News - 4d -
What to know about California fires insurance claims, cancellations
Los Angeles officials provided an update for residents having to deal with insurance claims after several wildfires swept through Southern California. California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara ...CBS News - 4d -
California official bans insurance cancellations, nonrenewals in wildfire-affected areas
California's insurance commissioner issued a one-year moratorium on policy nonrenewals and cancellations in areas affected by devastating wildfires in and around Los Angeles. “I am using my ...The Hill - 4d -
Lakers' Redick loses home; Kerr: Fires 'surreal'
The Hornets-Lakers game was postponed because of the wildfires in the L.A. area that have claimed over 5,000 structures, including the home of Lakers coach JJ Redick.ESPN - 4d -
Jazz musician Dale Fielder loses home and lifetime of work in Eaton Fire
As the Eaton Fire displaces thousands across Southern California, jazz musician Dale Fielder loses his home and a lifetime of musical work. Tom Hanson reports from Altadena, where those who ...CBS News - 4d -
California Wildfires Lay Bare an Insurance Crisis
Even before the latest blazes, California officials warned that an emergency state insurance fund was in trouble, while private insurers dropped coverage.The New York Times - 4d -
Vela's family safe after home destroyed in LA fires
The wife of former Mexico international Carlos Vela has stated that the player and family are safe after their Malibu home burned down in the devastating Palisades Fire in Southern California.ESPN - 4d -
WATCH: Palisades Fire still not contained, but some families are beginning to return home
About 180,000 people evacuated this week as multiple fires burned 45 square miles; however, some residents affected by the Palisades Fire went against advisories and began to return home on Thursday.ABC News - 5d -
WATCH: Insurance expert on how to prepare for insurance claims amid California fires
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with insurance broker Karl Susman about the difficulty of insuring homes and making fire claims in California as residents begin to survey the damage left by the fire.ABC News - 5d -
"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home to Los Angeles fires
Ventimiglia, a 47-year-old father to be, is among the celebrities affected by the destructive blazes that broke out Tuesday morning.CBS News - 5d -
Altadena couple loses two homes in one night in the Eaton fire
Laura Begley and Evan Dresman had just moved into their dream Gregory Ain home and were preparing to sell their fixer-upper in Altadena's Janes Village. Fire destroyed both.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home in Los Angeles fires
Actor Milo Ventimiglia has revealed his family's Malibu home burnt down in the Los Angeles fires -- an eerie reflection of the tragedy that befell his character on the NBC drama series "This Is ...CBS News - 5d -
What Californians should know about filing insurance claims after fire
For those who have it, a standard homeowners' insurance policy does cover destruction caused by fire, including wildfires.CBS News - 5d -
What California residents found after fires ravaged their homes in Los Angeles County
Residents are slowly getting access to their communities in the Los Angeles area after several fires burned down hundreds of homes and businesses. One man is trying to locate any of his daughter's ...CBS News - 5d -
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 - 5d -
Insurers brace for losses of up to $20bn from California wildfires
JPMorgan analysts double estimates as blazes continue to rageFinancial Times - 5d -
'It's just gone, it's all we got, can't believe it': Victim loses home in California Fires
KNBC reporter Lolita Lopez interviewed a woman who lost her home in Altadena, Calif., visibly upset she said: "It's just gone, it's all we got, can't believe it."NBC News - 5d -
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Billy Crystal, Cary Elwes and Eugene Levy among celebrities to lose homes in California fires
Crystal ‘heartbroken’ after losing family home of 46 years in historic fires that have killed five and destroyed more than 1,100 buildings. California fires live: sixth wildfire breaks out in Los ...The Guardian - 6d -
Warriors' Steve Kerr says Stephen Curry is 'really struggling' with emotions of losing as team slips to .500
Curry displayed visible frustration during Golden State's most recent lossCBS Sports - 6d -
'This is like a movie scene': California's Eaton fire burns multiple homes
KNBC reporter Michelle Valles walks through an Altadena, Calif., neighborhood as homes ignited by the Eaton Fire burn around her. The fire double in size overnight, consuming thousands of acres and ...NBC News - 6d -
Stephen Curry, Warriors struggle again in 2nd straight embarrassing home loss
The Golden State Warriors are soul searching after another embarrassing defeat at home, this time to the Miami Heat two days after a 30-point pounding from the Sacramento KingsABC News - 6d -
Clemson fires DC Goodwin after struggles vs. run
Clemson has fired defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin after the Tigers' defense took a significant step back this past season, especially against the run.ESPN - Jan. 6 -
The struggle to reunite children with families in war-torn Gaza
An estimated 17,000 children are unaccompanied or separated from family who would ordinarily care for them.BBC News - Jan. 1 -
Display collapses on kids, families after balloon drop mishap in Peabody
Several children were hurt when a display collapsed during a New Year's Eve event for kids in Massachusetts.CBS News - Dec. 31
