In a small, intimate press conference on Friday, County of Los Angeles Fire Department Captain Malcolm Dicks was reunited with Patty Phillips, the Malibu resident he saved from the Palisades Fire. Held at Fire Station 70 on Carbon Canyon Road,
Owners of property destroyed in any of the region’s devastating wildfires can now opt-in to government debris removal programs as Phase 2 of the clearance program is now open to the public. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will lead the comprehensive debris removal operation,
The White House is pausing federal grants and loans starting Tuesday as President Donald Trump's administration begins an across-the-board ideological review of its spending, causing confusion and panic among organizations that rely on Washington for their financial lifeline.
One of the most costly disasters in Los Angeles history has the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District attempting to stay afloat amidst the tragedy. Of the deadly wildfires that hit LA in January,
Los Angeles real estate agent is facing criminal charges for allegedly price gouging evacuees of the Eaton Fire, California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Tuesday. Lar Sevan Chouljian allegedly attempted to rent a Glendale home to an evacuated family at more than 50% above the listing price,
A frenzy over an artificial intelligence chatbot made by Chinese tech startup DeepSeek was upending stock markets Monday and fueling debates over the economic and geopolitical competition between the U.
Wildfire survivors in Los Angeles County will soon have access to expedited Right of Entry forms for debris clearance, a critical step in recovery efforts following recent wildfires. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and L.
Eight individuals have been arrested in connection with a large-scale smuggling scheme that allegedly funneled hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of counterfeit and illegal goods from China through the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach,
Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a new executive order to expedite recovery efforts for survivors of the devastating Los Angeles-area firestorms. The order suspends permitting requirements under the California Coastal Act,
More rain fell Monday on parts of Southern California after causing mudflows over the weekend, helping firefighters but boosting the risk of toxic ash runoff in areas scorched by Los Angeles-area wildfires.
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are back in the Super Bowl to try for an unprecedented three-peat when they face the Philadelphia Eagles on Feb. 9 in New Orleans. Kansas City opened as a 1 1/2-point favorite,
It would be impossible to overstate the complexity of water supply management in California. Hundreds of federal, state and local agencies decree who or what is supplied with water, when and how much will be delivered,
Culture war issues such as racial discrimination, LGBTQ rights and partisan politics have been lightning rods for controversy at public school board meetings in the Inland Empire in recent years. In 2023,
President Donald Trump’s ban on new offshore wind leases won’t halt giant wind farms already planned off California’s coast, but industry officials say the policy shift is a blow to a renewable energy industry still working to gain a foothold.
After weeks of windy and dry weather, rain has fallen in parched Southern California and is expected to aid firefighters who are mopping up multiple wildfires. But potentially heavy downpours on charred hillsides could bring new troubles such as toxic ash runoff.
After weeks of windy and dry weather, rain has fallen in parched Southern California and is expected to aid firefighters who are mopping up multiple wildfires. But potentially heavy downpours on charred hillsides could bring new troubles such as toxic ash runoff.
While firefighters work to extinguish the Los Angeles-area wildfires, city officials and emergency managers are also worried about what could come next. The potential for rain the weekend of Jan. 25-26 could help tamp down the fires.
City Manager David White has announced Arminé Chaparyan will become the new director of the Community Development Department, bringing more than two decades of local government experience to a critical municipal leadership role.
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL Homeowners and HOAs periodically face major construction contracts for renovation or repairs, particularly following a disaster. Here are some tips to help homeowners and HOAs needing a contractor.
President Donald Trump surveyed disaster zones in California and North Carolina on Friday and said he was considering "getting rid of" the Federal Emergency Management Agency, offering the latest sign of how he is weighing sweeping changes to the nation's central organization for responding to disasters.
The action heroes will join a roster of A-listers at the 35th annual awards in Santa Monica, California, on Saturday. The ceremony will be hosted by former child star Miranda Cosgrove and American football player Rob Gronkowski. The PA news agency ...
Basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal recently joked about Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars, saying he will do the same to his NBA on TNT co-host, Charles Barkley. In a video obtained by TMZ,
A former UCLA football player who sued for injuries he says he suffered while playing for the Bruins has settled the part of his case against the NCAA. John Lopez played offensive tackle for the Bruins from 2013-16.
Record-setting Jackson quarterback Sadler Smith announced on social media Tuesday night that he would be signing with Santa Monica College, a junior college in California. The 6-foot-2 ...
North Torrance made the first big move in the Pioneer League, defeating El Segundo and South to move into the No. 1 spot. 1 14-5-1. The Saxons won the week with Pi
In the latest Apple Crime Blotter, there's theft at a Santa Monica Apple Store, a basketball player is fined for tossing an iPhone, and iPad fraud by a New Zealand rugby star.
The Palos Verdes baseball team scored four runs in the bottom of the sixth to complete a rally to defeat visiting Redondo 5-2 Wednesday. Alex Forman pitched five innings in the start for PV. He allowed four hits and struck out eight.
A junior-dominated Santa Margarita baseball is proving its unbeaten record is no fluke. The Eagles improved to 11-0 on Wednesday with their second consecutive victory over Trinity League power JSerra,
It has been a busy week for Hancock Bulldogs players, coaches and programs. Catch up on the action, and the progress of several teams with these reports contributed by Allan
Social media companies have grappled in recent years with how to handle misinformation about a pandemic, a fraught US presidential election and an insurrection -- often while facing criticism for
The pickleball pickings are sparse in the city of L.A.'s vast park system, due to reluctance by officials to convert tennis or basketball courts for dual use. Smaller cities have been more nimble in adding courts.
Sheridan Kennedy scored 16 points and guard Shea Joko added five 3-pointers as the Lancers won an intense CIF-SS Division 2AA semifinal against Crean Lutheran.
Sage Hill won Division 3AA last season while Santa Monica won the division in 2020. The Lightning feature senior point guard Isabel Gomez, who averages 13.3 points. The Vikings counter with point guard Brielle Minor, a junior. Both teams rebound well so ...
Angel City Football Club has attracted more high-profile investors as the women’s soccer team prepares for its first preseason match in March. The Santa Monica-based National Women’s Soccer League expansion team completed its Series A financing round Feb.