In Parts of Los Angeles, Life Carries On but Is Hardly Normal
While many Angelenos have been devastated by the fires, others in the sprawling city have had to balance helping out with “normal life.”
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Who Are the Victims of the Los Angeles Fires?
At least 24 people have been reported dead in fires raging across Los Angeles. Five lived near each other in a ravaged Altadena neighborhood.The New York Times - 2d -
What comes next for Los Angeles: Fire & Ash - Part 6
Watch part six of NBC Dateline’s “Fire & Ash: Devastation in L.A." as Los Angeles native Keith Morrison looks at what the city can do to recover and rebuild from the wildfires.NBC News - 4d -
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 - 5d -
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 - 5d -
The Devastating Los Angeles Fires in Pictures
More than 130,000 people have been evacuated from their homes, with the fires—which are still uncontained—having been declared a major disaster by President Biden.Wired - 6d -
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 - 6d -
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 -
Parts of Los Angeles under evacuation as Palisades fire picks up due to high winds
LOS ANGELES — Two fires have ignited in the Los Angeles area Tuesday, including one dubbed the Palisades fire that exploded to more than 1,200 acres and has forced evacuations, as the area expects ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
As student loan bills become a normal part of life again, tax break will be available to many
There's one upside to your student loan payments: They might qualify you for a tax break.CNBC - Jan. 7 -
Los Angeles Braces for ‘Life-Threatening and Destructive’ Winds
Forecasters warned that a significant Santa Ana wind event this week could help wildfires spread quickly and erratically. Utility companies said they may pre-emptively cut off power to some customers.The New York Times - Jan. 6
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Economic Toll of Los Angeles Fires Goes Far Beyond Destroyed Homes
The ongoing disaster will affect residents’ health, local industries, public budgets and the cost of housing for years to come.The New York Times - 1h -
CPI Rose in December, a Sign the Fed’s Inflation Fight Has Stalled
The Consumer Price Index rose 2.9 percent from a year earlier, but a measure of underlying inflation was more encouraging.The New York Times - 2h -
Biden to Deliver Farewell Address, Capping a 5-Decade Political Career
The president has sought to portray his administration as transformative, but his speech on Wednesday night comes amid a backdrop in which he is not leaving on his own terms.The New York Times - 3h -
Biden Races to Cement His Legacy Through a Series of Actions
The president has issued policy decisions in a number of areas in the final days of his term, including environmental justice, prison reform and immigration.The New York Times - 7h -
Faiz Shakir, Ex-Bernie Sanders Campaign Chief, Joins Race for D.N.C. Chair
Mr. Shakir said his mission, should he win the post, would be to redefine the Democratic Party as the party of the working class.The New York Times - 2h
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Wilson edges past Zhang in tight Masters opener
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Israel and Hamas reach ceasefire deal
Secretary of State Antony Blinken had said the U.S. wanted a ceasefire deal in Gaza and all remaining captives released before Donald Trump takes office on Jan. 20.ABC News - 9m -
Pacific Palisades residents sue Los Angeles department of water and power
A group of Pacific Palisades residents and businesses impacted by the Palisades Fire has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles against the city's Department of Water and Power.ABC News - 12m -
Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire, hostage deal after 15 months of war | Special Report
U.S. officials say Israel and Hamas have agreed to a temporary ceasefire and hostage release deal. This comes after a week of negotiations mediated by Qatar, the U.S. and Egypt. Erroll Barnett ...CBS News - 12m -
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U.S. officials say Israel and Hamas have agreed to a temporary ceasefire and hostage release deal. This comes after a week of negotiations mediated by Qatar, the U.S. and Egypt. Erroll Barnett ...CBS News - 12m