California businesses, nonprofits and residents have until April 6 to apply for low-interest federal disaster loans stemming from severe storms that struck Dec. 16-26, 2025, the U.S. Small Business
Defense attorneys for the man accused of sparking the deadly Palisades Fire said Thursday that new evidence — including conflicting firefighter testimony about whether hot spots were fully extinguished before the
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Because of the first anniversary of the devastating Southern California wildfires, CalMatters asked candidates
LA County Supervisors approved a motion to challenge Trump's Executive Order 14377, which would preempt local permitting for Palisades and Eaton Fires rebuilding. Supervisor Horvath called it an "empty promise" that creates confusion for residents.
Trump administration officials traveled to Los Angeles on Wednesday to outline the president's plan to override state and local rules and speed up the permitting process for the
President Donald Trump signed an executive order last week directing federal agencies to assume permitting authority for rebuilding homes and businesses destroyed in last year's Los Angeles wildfires,
One year after the Eaton and Palisades fires, DoorDash's Local Business Disaster Relief Fund has provided $200,000 in flexible grants to approximately 20 Los Angeles businesses, including Spruzzo Restaurant and OLLO in Malibu and Pacific Palisades.
One year after the Palisades and Eaton fires, Heal the Bay is working to establish the first-ever ocean safety protocol for wildfire impacts on Santa Monica beaches, as the organization warns contaminants may still be present in local waters.
Students from Palisades Charter High School and Santa Monica High School affected by the 2025 Palisades fire will present a global livestream on Jan. 24 to share their experiences and demand fossil fuel companies pay for climate-related damages.
One year after Eaton and Palisades fires destroyed 10,000+ homes and claimed 31 lives in Los Angeles, science shows that community-based fire safety measures are most effective, yet receive only 2% of wildfire funding.
One year after devastating wildfires swept through Malibu and surrounding areas, Palisades Village launched a light memorial that will shine nightly until January 31. The three beams symbolize reflection, gratitude, and hope for the affected communities.
One year after the Palisades Fire, the community gathered at the American Legion hall to honor 12 lives lost and recognize recovery efforts. The hall, which became a crucial support center after the disaster, continues to serve as a symbol of resilience.
