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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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We talk to experts about the safety of the technology and its role in the rebuild.
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A 2019 infrastructure report card gave the state’s levees a "D," citing that despite significant investments, much more work is needed to rehabilitate and improve them.
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Wet weather after the Palisades Fire threatened to wipe out the local population of an endangered fish.
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Skies will clear this weekend. There's potential for another storm next week.
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The investigation into the causes of the Hurst and Eaton fires are still ongoing.
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About a quarter of all new cars registered in California in 2024 were electric cars. The flat sales follow several years of rapid growth.
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The recent rain can wash chemicals, bacteria and trash into the ocean. You don't want to swim in that.
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Thousands of farmworkers labored in fields in Ventura County in late January in wildfire smoke. They have little to no protection from its harmful effects.
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Real estate experts say they’re not seeing a huge effect yet, except for high-end rentals.
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There are still 270 evacuees staying at the Pasadena Civic Center, which has a full slate of events scheduled this month.
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We're looking at a generally weaker storm system this time around.
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The result? They found a lot of variability between the sites.
Researchers say they believe they've documented the first known death from alpha-gal syndrome — a red meat allergy caused by tick bites.
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Cooling continues, but SoCal beaches will see strong rip currents and high surf.
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The goal of the L.A. Department of Water and Power program is to help low-income households save on their bills while boosting the power grid.
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The landslide is not connected to the greater Portuguese Bend landslide, city officials said.
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The nonprofit Test Plot harnesses community and volunteer power to test out how best to preserve and replenish degraded lands.
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Spotty drizzle and cooler temperatures are expected into early next week.
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You need to know when to evacuate, but a recurring problem during emergencies is that the authorities can't reach all the people they need to. So sign up today.
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Millions of customers will get the California Climate Credit — if they get service through certain utility providers.
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Many large earthquakes strike beneath the ocean, where the lack of sensors makes quick warnings difficult.
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Library officials say the event can be an opportunity to process, connect and feel heard, especially in the wake of January’s devastating fires.
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Lawmakers were mostly thwarted this year in trying to crack down on data centers to protect water supplies and California electricity rates.
