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As Wildfire Flames Consume Architectural Gems, a Hit to ‘Old California’
The historic ranch house of Will Rogers and an important residence by Ray Kappe were destroyed by the fires, which threaten L.A.’s spectacular design legacy.The New York Times - 43m -
FEMA administrator briefs White House press on California wildfires
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell provided an update during the White House press briefing on federal relief efforts for those affected by the Southern California wildfires.CBS News - 55m -
Here's how to help wildfire victims as California blazes explode in size
Strong Santa Ana winds are fueling multiple wildfires across Southern California, forcing thousands of residents to flee from their homes.ABC News - 1h -
How Watch Duty Keeps Up With the California Wildfires
While the destructive Los Angeles fires rage, all eyes have turned to the app that lets you track them. WIRED spoke with Watch Duty founder John Mills about how the platform has met the moment.Wired - 18h -
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 - 1d -
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 - 1d -
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 - 1d -
Watch: White House holds briefing as wildfires ravage Southern California
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Deanne Criswell briefed reporters Friday afternoon, as wildfires continue to devastate ...The Hill - 3h -
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 - 5h -
How California wildfires are hitting the state’s housing market
Insurance companies have refused to renew policies for hundreds of thousands of homes in recent yearsFinancial Times - 10h -
Whitehall braced for spending cuts after UK hit by bond market turmoil
Rising gilt yields mean government departments may face further squeezeFinancial Times - 17h -
How to help Southern California wildfire victims
Nearly 180,000 people have been forced from their homes by the devastating wildfires burning in Southern California. They include Dale Fielder, who is sheltering at the Pasadena Convention Center ...CBS News - 21h -
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 - 1d -
How to help victims of Southern California wildfires
Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted.CBS News - 1d -
Officials provide update on Southern California wildfires
California officials on Wednesday held a news conference to provide updates on the brush fires raging in the Los Angeles area. The Pacific Palisades fire, the Eaton fire and several other blazes ...CBS News - 1d -
State of emergency declared due to devastating California wildfires
Los Angeles remains in a state of emergency due to the deadly wildfires spreading across the county. CBS News correspondent Elisa Preston reports on the ground in Malibu.CBS News - 1d -
How weather is impacting the spread of the Southern California wildfires
Powerful Santa Ana winds, coupled with bone-dry conditions, created the perfect conditions for the wildfires that have scorched Los Angeles County this week. Downtown L.A. has received just over a ...CBS News - 1d -
Several Local Landmarks Are Destroyed in Southern California Wildfires
A high school used in many films, a synagogue and several well-known restaurants are among the structures that burned, while other local landmarks are endangered.The New York Times - 1d -
Biden approves major disaster declaration for California wildfires
Multiple fires are burning in the Los Angeles area, forcing thousands to flee their homes and destroying hundreds of buildings. President Biden approved a major disaster declaration Wednesday ...CBS News - 1d -
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 - 1d -
Pentagon sending assets to California to battle wildfires
The Defense Department is sending additional assets to California to assist with the massive wildfire spreading across Los Angeles and the southern part of the state. Pentagon deputy press ...The Hill - 2d -
Biden briefed on California wildfires as blazes grow
Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley and other officials updated President Biden on the catastrophic wildfires spreading in Los Angeles County. CBS News chief White House correspondent ...CBS News - 2d -
Biden: Impact from California wildfires is 'astounding'
President Biden spoke after receiving a briefing from officials in California about the spreading wildfires. Biden pledged federal support for those impacted, mentioned that his sons' home may have ...NBC News - 2d -
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 - 2d -
How bad is the California wildfire smoke for health?
Tens of thousands of people are evacuating Los Angeles as wildfires blaze across the region, emitting dangerous smoke. Here's how it impacts health.CBS News - 2d -
What we know about the wildfires in California
The Palisades Fire, the Eaton Fire, the Hurst Fire and the Woodley Fire are raging in Los Angeles County and thousands of California residents were forced to evacuate. Ryan Hill, a general manager ...CBS News - 2d -
Trump blames Newsom for deadly California wildfires
President-elect Donald Trump is blaming California Gov. Gavin Newsom for the wildfires that are spreading in parts of Los Angeles County. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.CBS News - 2d -
Eaton Fire turns deadly as wildfires spread in California
Officials say at least two people died in the Eaton Fire and they expect the number of deaths to grow as firefighters battle at least five blazes in California. Structures continue to burn as those ...CBS News - 2d -
Latest weather forecast as massive California wildfires spread
The strong winds fueling the wildfires in Los Angeles County spread quickly and led to thousands of evacuations. CBS News Los Angeles teams break down how the fires took over, and CBS News Bay Area ...CBS News - 2d -
How California residents can prepare for wildfire evacuations and what to do if you're trapped
Tens of thousands of Southern Californians were ordered to evacuate their homes after out-of-control wildfires engulfed several parts of the Los Angeles area.NBC News - 2d -
Trump blames Newsom for California's raging wildfires
President-elect Trump blamed California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) for the massive wildfires that are blazing through the Los Angeles area, arguing he should have signed a declaration to pump more water ...The Hill - 2d -
Wildfires in Southern California
Plus, we explain why Facebook is getting rid of fact-checking.The New York Times - 2d -
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 - 2d -
FirstFT: California declares state of emergency as wildfires rage
Also in today’s newsletter, Facebook ends third-party fact-checking, and analysts turn on Citi’s chief executiveFinancial Times - 2d -
America’s frozen housing market is finally starting to thaw
After nearly three years of grappling with an expensive housing market, home buyers are showing signs of getting used to it.MarketWatch - 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 -
Fast-moving wildfire destroys homes as strong winds hit southern California
Fire quickly consumed hundreds of acres in the Pacific Palisades, an affluent community north of Santa Monica. Follow live: Wildfire billowed by ‘life threatening’ windstorm sweeps southern ...The Guardian - 2d -
Buffalo will be hottest housing market in 2025: Zillow
Buffalo, N.Y., will for the second year in a row be the hottest housing market in the country due to its job market stability and affordable home prices, according to a report released Tuesday by ...The Hill - 3d -
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 - 3d -
How marketing pushed these three indie films into box office hits
Despite major obstacles, some indie films thrived this year. Yes, they were artistically accomplished, but inventive ad campaigns also helped draw in crowds.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 2