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The report concludes that the water supply was too slow, not too low, and even a functioning reservoir likely wouldn’t have stopped the Palisades Fire.
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Heat advisories end today. But come Saturday, another excessive heat watch for the valleys kicks in.
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It’s one way the state uses cap-and-trade money.
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As another heat wave hits, LADWP hosts last free portable A/C giveaway event of the year.
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City officials are also looking for young people’s art designs that could be displayed on the sides of the new bot.
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Residents affected by the landslide are also now eligible for a $10,000 financial grant to help address damage and lack of utilities.
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Gusty winds and high temps could elevate fire weather conditions.
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The agreement with the EPA is part of a broader cleanup effort to boost L.A.’s local water supply.
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An estimated 1 in 5 schools has no air conditioning and another 10% need repair.
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Residents have been forced to decide whether to move or stay as an unrelenting landside forces power and gas shutoffs.
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Excessive heat warnings kick in for some L.A. County valleys and the Inland Empire.
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The slowdown comes as the governor lauds his record as tough on oil companies. His administration requested several more years to force companies to detect and fix leaks.
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The Line Fire has burned over 43,000 acres and is 76% contained.
Philanthropic funds helped purchase a burned lot that used to have 14 rental units. Supporters hope the project can be a model for rebuilding equitably for renters.
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For all the Southern California space fans, the full moon Tuesday night into Wednesday morning coincides with a major lunar standstill.
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The research highlights the groundwater issues complicating the Colorado River's already strained water supply.
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It’s a bittersweet moment for tens of thousands of fans who’ve watched the eagles grow through the YouTube livestream.
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The South Coast Air Quality Management District's vote Friday comes after a federal prosecutor threatened to sue if the rules were enacted.
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Proposed legislation hasn't moved out of the Assembly and Senate, raising questions about how far California will go in efforts to make oil and gas companies pay for climate damage.
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Southern California is in for a warm weekend with dry weather.
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SoCal Gas and business groups have been lobbying heavily against rules to phase out gas furnaces and water heaters in homes. A vote is set for Friday.Listen 0:46
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency has a long history of failing to help those who need assistance the most after disasters. Biden-era changes meant to fix some of those problems now face an uncertain future.Listen 3:52
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There's a slight chance of thunderstorms and afternoon showers around the eastern San Gabriel Mountains.
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Evacuation orders were also lifted for residents in the Digier Canyon and Lebec areas.
