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The fires have wiped out several neighborhood staples. Here's what they meant to the community, and how to help

LAist listeners shared what words and phrases they would like to retire in the new year.

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has confirmed 27 deaths, a toll that rose after structure-to-structure searches by authorities.

Satellite images show the extent of devastation from multiple wildfires burning in Los Angeles County after one day.

More than 35 long-term care facilities were evacuated in recent days.

Messages went out at 4 p.m. Thursday and 4:24 a.m. Friday, rattling the nerves of an already shaken region.

We have tips from California's insurance commissioner on how to contact the state and start the claims process, and how to keep you and your loved ones from falling for scams.

Aid organizations say money is generally most helpful.

The fire broke out in the Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve.

The forest is closed to everyone, including to people who own cabins.

Experts say parents should validate feelings and create avenues for kids to express themselves.

All Los Angeles Unified schools, child care and adult education centers will be closed through Friday, Jan. 10.