Wildfire smoke pollution linked to more than 24K deaths a year, study finds

Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.

Eaton and Palisades fires: Communities reflect and rebuild one year later

One year after the Palisades and Eaton fires, recovery is underway—but for many residents in Altadena and Pacific Palisades, the road forward remains long and uncertain.

Burn ban in Hays County through Jan. 20

A burn ban is in effect for Hays County from now into next year due to an increased risk of wildfire.

Ken Paxton sues Xcel Energy over deadly Smokehouse Creek fire

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued Xcel Energy for over $1 billion, alleging "blatant negligence" caused the 2024 Smokehouse Creek Fire.

Disney unveils plans for new $5 million park coming to California next year

The park will be revitalized by Disney’s Imagineers and is anticipated to reopen in 2026 with a new community center and an enhanced playground.

Campaign raises awareness of wildfire risk in Austin
video

The City of Austin and Travis County are reiterating the risk of wildfires with its "No-ember November" campaign.

Wildfire danger remains high in Texas

Even though it’s November, fire danger in Texas remains a concern. Despite the more fall-like weather, fire danger in Texas isn’t cooling off.

Wildfire danger remains high in Texas
video

Even though it’s November, fire danger in Texas remains a concern. Despite the more fall-like weather, fire danger in Texas isn’t cooling off.

Austin-Travis County wildfire danger
video

Austin and Travis County are under disaster declarations due to the risk of wildfires.

Jonathan Rinderknecht: Palisades Fire suspect denied bond, moved to Florida 5 months ago

Jonathan Rinderknecht, the 29-year-old man charged with starting what became the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, California, was in federal court in Orlando on Thursday. 

Jonathan Rinderknecht: What we know about man accused of starting deadly Palisades Fire

A Florida man has been arrested in connection to the deadly Palisades Fire that broke out on New Year's Day in Los Angeles, California, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Here's everything we know about the suspect, 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht.

UT Austin researchers compete in autonomous wildfire-fighting competition

UT Austin researchers are leading a team in an international competition to detect and put out wildfires before they become destructive.

Historic lodge on the Grand Canyon's North Rim has been destroyed by wildfire, park official says

The Grand Canyon Lodge, the only lodging inside the park at the North Rim, was consumed by the flames, park Superintendent Ed Keable told park residents, staff and others in a meeting Sunday morning.