Los Angeles Fire Chief Faces Calls for Resignation
As a disastrous fire continues to burn on the city’s west side, some are calling Chief Kristin Crowley to account: Why wasn’t the city better prepared?
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Los Angeles mayor facing growing backlash over fires
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LA fires live updates: California death toll rises to 24 as Los Angeles fire chief says ready for strong winds
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Democratic officials facing questions, criticism from Los Angeles area residents over fire response
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Fires continue into the weekend in Los Angeles
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The Costs of the Los Angeles Fires
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The Devastating Los Angeles Fires in Pictures
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Los Angeles fire official on the challenges crews are facing
Los Angeles Fire Capt. Erik Scott spoke to "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell Wednesday about how firefighters are faring in their battle against multiple wind-driven ...CBS News - Jan. 8
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