Wildfire, Los Angeles County

Why clearing the brush around Los Angeles won't reduce wildfire danger
But wildfire experts say cutting down Southern California's chaparral won't make the region safer from wildfires. In fact, because of the local ecology, they say clearing vast swaths of native brush could actually make the landscape even more flammable.
Wildfires could cost Los Angeles billions, but the financial fallout is just beginning
LA faces an initial $358 million wildfire recovery bill that is expected to rise with no immediate state or federal aid
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Feb. 11
A new wildfire was reported today at 10:31 a.m. in Los Angeles County. The wildfire has been burning on private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.
Los Angeles wildfire recovery czar will work for free after backlash to proposed $500,000 salary for 3 months
Steve Soboroff is a longtime fixture in Los Angeles civic life who is now serving as chief recovery officer for the city’s wildfire comeback.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Backtracks on $500,000 Payday for Wildfire Recovery Czar After Outcry
After facing backlash for agreeing to pay a new czar $500,000 to help with recovery efforts in Los Angeles in the wake of devastating wildfires, the city’s mayor, Karen Bass, has reversed course and announced that he would be doing the job for free.
Mayor Bass claws back $500K for LA recovery czar pay
Steve Soboroff, the recently appointed Los Angeles wildfire recovery czar, was to be paid $500,000 for 90 days of work, saying his expertise was well worth the price. But then Mayor Karen Bass, faced with backlash over the $5,
Biggest Storm Of The Season Bears Down On Los Angeles, Prompting Flood Watches & Concern Over Debris Flows In Burn Areas
National Weather Service forecasters today warned of a strong storm system is making its way toward Los Angeles, saying that ...
Where to get sandbags for Los Angeles County's latest storm
With California's biggest storm of the season on its way, officials have set up sandbag pickup stations throughout Los ...
California Storm, Atmospheric River A Los Angeles Burn Area Flood Risk
Areas charred by last month's wildfires in Southern California now face a new threat from a powerful, but fast-moving Pacific ...
California's insurer for people without private coverage needs $1 billion more for Los Angeles fires claims
California’s plan that provides insurance to homeowners who can’t get private coverage needs $1 billion more to pay out ...
Trump funding freeze halts key environmental projects in Los Angeles area
President Trump’s freeze on federal spending has halted a $20 million project for new trees, including in Altadena.
Los Angeles Lakers cruise to win over Utah Jazz in Luka Dončić’s highly anticipated debut
In one of the most anticipated debuts in NBA history, Luka Dončić introduced himself to Lakers fans in winning fashion, ...
Fresh off a World Series win, the Los Angeles Dodgers look even more formidable in 2025
The Los Angeles Dodgers went through a light workout and most of the usual superstars were out on the field, including ...
Los Angeles Angels Reportedly Sign Former Dodgers, Red Sox Closer Kenley Jansen
Kenley Jansen, a four-time All-Star and MLB's active saves leader, is set to join the Los Angeles Angels' bullpen coming off ...