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A quietly defining milestone: Watching my Altadena lot cleared post-Eaton Fire

As thousands across L.A. County undergo the process of debris removal in the burn scars, our reporter shares her family’s experience.

I just couldn’t get comfortable with hearing only one side of an issue

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Reporting on the fire that destroyed my neighborhood

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Overwhelmed by loss, hopeful these special communities can rebuild from the wildfires

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How internet-famous bald eagles Jackie and Shadow helped me process my miscarriage

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