Black Altadenans seek hope and resilience in the wake of the LA wildfires
Residents face the daunting prospect of rebuilding their homes in this once-thriving historically Black community.
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FireAid concerts raise estimated $100 million for LA wildfire relief
More than 30 artists, including Olivia Rodrigo, Rod Stewart, Dr. Dre and Joni Mitchell, performed at the benefit concert on Jan. 30.
'The hydrants up here are dead.' Radio traffic shows how LA firefighters lost water
NPR transcribed more than 2,000 hours of radio communications from the LA fires. The analysis shows hydrants going dry and first responders fighting fires despite scarce resources.
LA fire officials warn of a new round of wildfire danger with strong winds forecast
LA County's fire chief said people in evacuated areas won't be able to return home until at least Thursday due to the next round of fire danger. Meanwhile, authorities are investigating more deaths.
FEMA's administrator says more than 24,000 in LA have applied for assistance
"People have lost everything," says FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell. More than 24,000 have already applied for assistance from FEMA, but Criswell says that number is certain to rise.
Strong winds pick up, increasing fire danger as firefighters battle LA blazes
Large parts of Southern California are once again under wildfire risks as strong winds and dry conditions return this weekend through Wednesday.
Amid the fires, LA is warning some residents the tap water isn't safe. Here's why
Wildfires have a history of causing problems with the drinking water systems. In some affected areas around LA, officials are warning residents not to drink from the tap or even to shower.
More than half a million students were out of school because of LA fires this week
School districts in and around Los Angeles shut down because of the fires. That includes LAUSD, the second largest school district in the country.
'Like a bomb was dropped': Authorities warn of extensive damage as LA fires rage
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said that it has received notification of 10 fire-related deaths as firefighters battle multiple blazes for a third consecutive night.
These people waited hours to see the Trump hush-money trial up close. Here's why
New Yorkers and tourists alike stand in line outside the Manhattan criminal court with hopes of securing a spot in one of the rooms where the trial against former President Donald Trump can be viewed.