Historic Will Rogers Park Buildings Destroyed in Devastating Palisades Fire
A fierce wildfire fueled by Santa Ana winds has decimated multiple historic landmarks in Los Angeles County state parks, including Will Rogers' ranch house and the iconic Topanga Ranch Motel. The Palisades Fire has claimed over 30 structures across Will Rogers State Historic Park and Topanga State Park.
Southern California Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations as Santa Ana Winds Intensify
Four major fires are raging across Los Angeles County with zero containment, prompting evacuation orders for over 30,000 residents. Extreme conditions with wind gusts up to 100 mph and low humidity are expected to worsen overnight, as firefighters battle blazes in Pacific Palisades, Pasadena and San Fernando Valley.
Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires Leave 2 Dead as Santa Ana Winds Fuel Multiple Blazes
Four major wildfires fueled by extreme Santa Ana winds have claimed two lives and destroyed over 1,000 structures across Los Angeles County, forcing mass evacuations. Governor Newsom has declared a state of emergency as firefighters battle the blazes amid challenging conditions.
H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak: Raw Pet Food Recall and Cat Infections Hit Los Angeles County
Los Angeles health officials issue urgent warning after H5N1 bird flu detection in Monarch Raw Pet Food products leads to cat illnesses and deaths. The outbreak's impact extends beyond pets, with California losing millions of birds since 2022.
Christmas Eve Blackout: 40,000 Southern California Homes Left in the Dark
A transformer failure at a Southern California Edison substation disrupted holiday celebrations for thousands, leaving residents to cook Christmas dinners by candlelight. The widespread outage affected public transit and forced creative adaptations during one of the year's most celebrated evenings.
Dangerous High Surf and Holiday Rain Alert Issued for Los Angeles Coast
National Weather Service warns of hazardous surf conditions with waves up to 12 feet in Los Angeles and 18 feet in Ventura County through Wednesday. Holiday week forecast includes potential light rainfall on Christmas Eve, with conditions improving by Christmas Day.
Legal Battle Erupts Over Luxury Housing Project in LA's Verdugo Mountains
A Nevada developer's plans for a 221-home luxury development in Los Angeles' Verdugo Mountains faces fierce opposition from environmental activists. The conflict centers on wildlife protection and land preservation, with both sides now engaged in a court battle as a 2026 development deadline looms.
Port of Los Angeles Set to Break Container Volume Records in December
The Port of Los Angeles is on track to process over 10 million container units in 2024, with December expected to set new records. The surge is driven by cargo redirection from East Coast ports and merchants rushing ahead of potential tariffs, with November showing a 16% increase from last year.
X Games Makes Historic Move to Sacramento, Leaving Southern California Behind
The premier extreme sports competition X Games is moving from Southern California to Sacramento's Cal Expo for the next three years starting August 2024. The relocation marks the event's return to Northern California after 24 years, featuring skateboarding, BMX and motocross competitions with over $1 million in prize money.
Fatal H5N1 Cases: Los Angeles Cats Die After Consuming Recalled Raw Milk
Two indoor cats in Los Angeles County succumbed to suspected H5N1 bird flu after drinking contaminated raw milk, prompting health investigations. The cases follow similar outbreaks at farms and shelters, highlighting risks of raw dairy products to felines.