What caused the California fires? What we know
A rare combination of risk factors in Los Angeles County has sparked a series of deadly wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes and businesses.
What to do before you evacuate during California wildfires
Learn the critical steps to take before evacuating during a wildfire, including protecting your home, documenting belongings for insurance, and following LADWP recommendations.
View from SkyFOX shows entire Pacific Palisades neighborhoods "just leveled"
SkyFOX reporter Stu Mundel had to use the helicopter’s map-overlay technology to identify streets amid the destruction. "The devastation is complete and just jaw-dropping," he offered.
List: TV and film landmarks damaged by California wildfires
Several iconic landmarks have been damaged or destroyed as the wildfires continue to burn across Southern California.
PHOTOS: A walk-through of downtown Palisades wildfire destruction on Sunset Boulevard
A walk-through on Sunset Boulevard on Thursday in downtown Palisades revealed a tiny microcosm of the havoc the Los Angeles wildfires have wreaked.
What are the Santa Ana winds that have driven LA fires?
While the Santa Ana winds are mostly dry and warm, these wind events can also intensify and become dangerous.
LA fires containment update: What to know about California’s deadly blazes
Fierce wildfires continued to burn on Thursday in the Los Angeles area. Here's where the current blazes stand, and what to know about the containment effort.
Paris Hilton among celebrities to lose homes in LA fires
Paris Hilton and other celebrities have lost their homes to fires burning in the Pacific Palisades and elsewhere. Here's what to know.
Why are winter wildfires happening in Southern California?
Experts explain why Southern California is experiencing its most devastating winter wildfires in decades and what this could mean for the future of fire seasons.
Uber, Lyft offering free rides to evacuees impacted by Los Angeles wildfires
Uber and Lyft announced they are offering free rides for evacuees in an effort to help those impacted by the devastating wildfires in Southern California.
Will the NFL move the Vikings/Rams playoff game due to L.A. wildfires?
The Minnesota Vikings are set to face the L.A. Rams next Monday night in the NFC Wild Card Playoffs, but Mother Nature might have a say in that.
Where is LA Mayor Karen Bass amid devastating wildfires?
Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles is facing public criticism for being in Ghana during the raging wildfires in Southern California.
Watch: Palisades Fire creates apocalyptic scene along L.A. highway
"Like driving through hell" is how one Los Angeles resident described evacuating down the Pacific Coast Highway as the Palisades Fire raged out of control all around her.
How many fires have burned in California in 2025?
CAL FIRE said in December that lower temperatures combined with lower precipitation will heighten fire risk, particularly in Southern California, through February.
These California Planet Fitness locations are offering free gym access during destructive wildfires
Guests can access WiFi, charging stations, showers, locker rooms and other gym resources without a membership beginning immediately, through Jan. 15, the gym said Wednesday.
Meta moving trust and safety teams to Texas from California
Meta announced it would move its content reviewers and policy writers from California to Texas and other areas.
Trump blames Newsom for 'apocalyptic' California wildfires
President-elect Donald Trump blamed California Gov. Gavin Newsom for the "apocalyptic" wildfires raging in Los Angeles County.
Here's what the federal government is sending to the California fires
The fires were at 0% containment as of midday Wednesday, with at least two people dead and hundreds of structures burned.
Airbnb offering temporary housing to people impacted by Los Angeles wildfires
Airbnb.org is offering free temporary housing for residents displaced by the ongoing wildfires in Southern California, partnering with 211 LA to assist those in need.
Pregnant American teacher plummets to her death during overseas vacation
The California science teacher fell 164 feet into a gorge while hiking on a Grecian island of Crete last December.