An image shared on Facebook purports to show the recent fires in California. Verdict: False The image is not recent but shows a 2018 fire that occurred in the northern California town of Paradise, according to WHYY.
The federal response to the California wildfires has so far mimicked the government’s response to Hurricane Helene hitting North Carolina in September 2024. In both instances, President Joe Biden declared disasters and later increased the percentage of costs the federal government would absorb for emergency work to 100%.
Many Coloradans are looking to help those suffering in California from destructive wildfires, and some of those that led help efforts during wildfires or who are wildfire survivors are now helping share resources online.
Southern Nevada’s Red Cross Disaster Manager, Lowell Smith says the volunteers sometimes need help themselves after returning from a mission when asked if it takes an emotional toll on them.
Officials remained concerned that the Palisades and Eaton fires could break their containment lines as firefighters continue watching for hot spots.
Unexpected catastrophes such as wildfires can completely change the character of a community, as larger, more expensive homes are built, attracting buyers from a different socioeconomic status.
After President Trump gave TikTok a 90-day reprieve from a U.S. ban, a small but growing group of California politicians who are active on the app have been left wondering what comes next.
Gavin Newsom suspended environmental regulations to help affected LA homeowners and businesses rebuild after the horrific fires. Why not get rid of these rules altogether?
North winds of 20 to 30 mph are expected on the west side of the Sacramento Valley. The wind combined with increased cloud cover and incoming cold air will keep temperatures in the 50s Saturday afternoon. A stray shower can't be ruled out on Saturday, but most areas will stay dry. Cool and sunny weather is expected on Sunday.
Two major U.S. state bar associations have pushed back after President Donald Trump took aim at efforts to promote more diversity in the legal profession.
As the Los Angeles area begins the formidable task of rebuilding after the most destructive wildfires in its history, the city's artists and art collectors are mourning what could amount to billions of dollars in irreplaceable art that went up in flames.
Evacuations have been ordered for remote communities near a new wind-driven wildfire in mountains north of Los Angeles.