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Eaton Fire: A rebuilding journey
Josie Huang, weekend host for LAist 89.3 and a veteran reporter, is among the thousands of people to lose her home in the devastating fires that hit L.A. in January 2025. She shares the journey as she and Altadena neighbors work to rebuild.
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Reporting on the fire that destroyed my neighborhood
Josie Huang returns to her burned out street as she and others navigate losing their Altadena homes in the Eaton Fire.
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A state law extended mortgage forbearance for up to a year, but survivors say there’s far more to do. -
Sen. Alex Padilla has introduced a bill that would make existing tax exemptions permanent for the kinds of utility company payouts now being offered to Eaton Fire survivors. -
Factory-built housing can be cheaper and faster for those seeking to rebuild after the fires — and you can tour examples at this showcase. -
Jose Rodriguez lost the garage home where his son lived. He wasn’t trying to be the first to rebuild. But his experience helped him earn that distinction. -
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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GoFundMe and other crowdfunding sites have become a quick source for help from the community, but during a disaster, they can impact federal assistance.
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Newsom has signed an executive order meant to help students who’ve been displaced by the recent fires.
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As first responders work to put out the Palisades and Eaton fires, colleges across Greater L.A. have set up relief funds to provide support for students, faculty, and staff.
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Wildfire smoke causes particularly dangerous air quality, especially for sensitive groups including children and pregnant people.
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The restaurant community has stepped up after the fires. A (growing) list of places across the city are providing support.
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The Air Quality Index measures particles in the air, but not how toxic they are, experts say.
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The allegedly offenses took place in the Palisades and Eaton fire areas, prosecutors say.
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The region already had a severe shortage of affordable housing. With thousands of families displaced by fires, it’s now even worse.
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As the wildfires in L.A. continue to burn, is it safe to shower? Wash dishes? What if you used tap water by accident? Here’s what to know about the three types of water advisories in effect right now.
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The community has been a sanctuary for Black residents. Homeownership for African Americans in Altadena is about 75% — close to double the national rate.
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