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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 - 12h

Violence erupts after police in Jamaica kill a top gang leader they had sought for years

Police in Jamaica have killed a top gang leader whose death has unleashed a violent backlash near the capital of Kingston as authorities were placed under an extreme threat level

ABC News - 19h

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 - 1d

UConn's Dan Hurley doubles down after latest sideline eruption at an official, blames cameras for only showing him

Dan Hurley screamed out that he was the "best coach in the f***ing sport" after a referee turned his back to him on Tuesday night.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

World's most active volcano begins 5th eruptive episode

Kilauea's volcanic activity on Wednesday marked the fifth episode since the latest eruption began in December 2024.

ABC News - 1d

Architectural losses from the L.A. wildfires

Thousands of structures were destroyed in the Los Angeles wildfires, including some architectural and historic landmarks. "Sunday Morning" looks at some of the treasures lost.

CBS News - 4d

Evacuations lifted for more than 1,000 after fire erupts in California battery storage plant

About 1,500 people were instructed to leave Moss Landing and the Elkhorn Slough area.

NBC News - 6d

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

The Cost of Surviving a Wildfire

Evacuating a disaster is often the lifesaving choice, but it comes with short-term costs to address immediate needs and incalculable personal and financial tolls in the future.

The New York Times - 6d

Hundreds ordered to evacuate as fire erupts at huge California battery storage plant

Hundreds of people have been ordered to evacuate and part of Highway 1 in Northern California has been closed due to a major fire at one of the world’s largest battery storage plants

ABC News - Jan. 17

Visitors flock to see spectacular lava fountaining from Kilauea eruption in Hawaii

Officials at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park are bracing for crowds eager to get a glimpse of lava fountaining from an eruption

ABC News - Jan. 16

What does it mean to 'contain' a wildfire?

Deadly wildfires continue to ravage the Los Angeles area as firefighters battle windy conditions to contain the blazes. But what does it mean to “contain” a wildfire?

NBC News - Jan. 13

Are arsonists responsible for the L.A. wildfires?

Fire investigators are working to determine whether the Los Angeles blazes were the result of an intentional act, an accident or damaged utility lines.

NBC News - Jan. 13

L.A. wildfires still largely uncontained

Nearly a week since wildfires first erupted in Los Angeles County, the scope of the disaster has become shockingly clear: At least 16 deaths, more than 12,000 homes and structures destroyed, and ...

CBS News - Jan. 12

Tens of thousands displaced from wildfires

Thousands of people in California are rushing to find a place to sleep after mass evacuations and homes were destroyed. NBC News’ Morgan Chesky reports.

NBC News - Jan. 12

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

The Evolving (and Inexact) Science of Wildfire Evacuation

As extreme wildfires become the new norm, scientists are trying to crack how to save lives.

Wired - 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

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

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

Flames erupt and spread along Southern California beachside homes

Video shows five California beachside homes burning furiously on Wednesday evening amid the Los Angeles wildfires. CBS News Los Angeles' Laurie Perez reports on the line of devastation down the coast.

CBS News - Jan. 8

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

How to help victims of LA wildfires

The Red Cross Cross and Salvation Army are already mobilizing to help victims.

The Hill - Jan. 8

Trotter's 10 Trends: Inside Duke's 3-point eruption, Florida stonewalls No. 1 Tennessee and more takeaways

Donovan Dent's no-look dimes and transfers who have changed their games are other top trends Isaac Trotter is tracking

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

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 - Jan. 8

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 - Jan. 8

Wildfires in Southern California

Plus, we explain why Facebook is getting rid of fact-checking.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

What led to the wildfire that is engulfing the Pacific Palisades?

The Palisades Fire has forced thousands of people to evacuate from the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles and has caused catastrophic damage. NBC News’ Jacob Soboroff, born and raised in ...

NBC News - Jan. 8

Evacuee describes Los Angeles wildfires

Sue Kohl, an evacuee of the Palisades Fire, joined CBS News Los Angeles to describe the fire and what she saw as she escaped for safety.

CBS News - Jan. 8

What are Santa Ana winds and how are they fuelling the wildfires?

What's behind the Santa Ana winds and why are they so destructive?

BBC News - 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

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 executive

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Watch: Timelapse shows rapid spread of Palisades wildfire

A plume of smoke is seen billowing over Los Angeles in a video charting the wildfire's growth.

BBC News - Jan. 8

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 - Jan. 8

Wind-driven fires erupt in Southern California

A rapidly spreading wildfire threatened homes and forced thousands to evacuate in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles. Driven by powerful Santa Ana winds, the fire was one of several that ...

NBC News - Jan. 7

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 - Jan. 7

Evacuations ordered as fast-moving Pacific Palisades blaze erupts in Southern California

Residents are being told to “evacuate now” due to a rapidly spreading wildfire in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles.

The Hill - Jan. 7

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

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