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Southern California should dodge the brunt of Hurricane Polo, which is churning off the coast of Mexico, but we could see rain, as well as coastal erosion and flooding.
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Person with ‘history of sleeping on the job’ held critical role during Eaton Fire, complaint allegesAn L.A. County employee makes the allegation in a whistleblower complaint and in interviews about the response to the deadly fire. County officials dispute the allegations.Listen 29:16 -
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People monitoring air quality say levels of particulate matter, methane, hydrogen sulfide and ammonia are safe. At least one scientist has concerns.Listen 0:45
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The city plans to have boats back on the lake before fall 2027 as part of a broader effort to bring more families and activity to the park.
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The levels didn’t cross California’s short-term health standards, but one expert said they show the toxic gas was present at a higher concentration.
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Jackie died earlier this week after suffering from severe anemia and receiving intensive, round-the-clock care.
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In one of his last political pushes as governor, Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to speed up payouts for wildfire victims. Critics say it helps utilities avoid accountability.
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State and local officials, tribal leaders, activists and others spoke in opposition to the federal government's review of California's coastal management practices.Listen 4:55
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The famous 14-year-old bald eagle had been receiving intensive care at the Ojai Raptor Center in recent weeks.
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Evacuation orders are in effect for DeBell Restaurant and Golf Course and Stough Canyon Nature Center.
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The 1,108-acre fire is 54% contained as of Saturday evening.
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Scientists say the "biolibrary" at the L.A. County Natural History Museum will help them better track the effects of climate change on a fragile and beloved ecosystem.Listen 3:47
