Clifford Grant The Los Angeles City Council has taken significant action to protect tenants affected by the recent fires by approving an ordinance that prohibits landlords from evicting tenants who allow displaced individuals or pets to stay in their homes. The council voted unanimously, with all 14 members in favor, during a session on Tuesday. The new … Read more
Summer online reservations for Yosemite National Park, which attracts nearly 4 million visitors annually, have been indefinitely postponed. This announcement comes as the park prepares to implement a new reservation system, initially expected to be operational this year. The park’s online reservation page now indicates that details regarding the new system will be available early … Read more
A civil lawsuit filed this week in California has revealed disturbing allegations against Dr. Scott Lee, the only full-time gynecologist at the California Institution for Women in Chino. The lawsuit, brought forth by six women, claims that Dr. Lee has been abusing his patients over the past seven years, subjecting them to inappropriate and painful … Read more
Southern California is bracing for a series of storms dubbed “pineapple express,” which have already made their mark on the San Francisco Bay Area, breaking rainfall records and causing significant disruptions. The initial storm, which hit early this week, has led to severe flooding in various regions, prompting evacuations and road closures. On Tuesday, as … Read more
A woman identified as Jane AB Doe has filed a lawsuit against several hotel chains, alleging that she was a victim of sex trafficking at their properties when she was just 13 years old. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, claims that Doe was forced into sexual servitude after fleeing from child … Read more
A parking lot at Will Rogers State Beach will serve as a temporary processing site for debris and hazardous materials resulting from the recent Palisades fire, according to an announcement from the California State Parks department on Wednesday. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to utilize the lot to stage potentially hazardous household items, … Read more
The Red Cross is preparing to close its temporary shelter at the Pasadena Convention Center, which has provided refuge for nearly 300 individuals displaced by the devastating Eaton fire. This fire, which ignited on January 7, resulted in the destruction of at least 9,400 structures, primarily homes in Altadena, leaving many residents without shelter. While … Read more
In the aftermath of devastating wildfires in Southern California, a renewed focus on landscaping and tree selection is emerging as communities begin to rebuild. The recent Palisades and Eaton fires have raised critical questions about which types of trees can enhance safety while still contributing to the aesthetic and ecological value of neighborhoods. Kathryn Barger, … Read more
In the wake of devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County, authorities have reported a significant rise in arson arrests, primarily linked to smaller fires that may have otherwise gone unnoticed. These arrests come in the aftermath of the Eaton and Palisades fires, which have wreaked havoc across the region, leaving homes destroyed and communities on … Read more
A significant atmospheric river has recently passed through California, leaving behind a trail of heavy rainfall and setting the stage for more precipitation in the coming week. While the immediate impact of the previous storm was felt most acutely in Northern California, where it broke daily rainfall records and caused flooding, Southern California is bracing … Read more
