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After weeks of grueling wildfires fueled by the Santa Ana winds, Southern California finally got some relief. The winds stopped blowing on Friday, and a cold storm was on its way to Los Angeles County. This storm was predicted to bring light to moderate rain from Saturday night to Monday. This much-

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Rain's Double-Edged Sword in Fire-Stricken Southern California

After a stretch of dry and windy weather, Southern California finally received some much-needed rain. While this is great news for firefighters battling multiple wildfires, it also brings new worries. Heavy rainfall on burned areas could lead to toxic ash runoff, posing additional challenges. Fire

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Bike Riders' Stunt Gone Wrong: Trash Can Fire Near LA Arena Sparks Investigation

In Los Angeles, a surprising incident unfolded near Crypto. com Arena and the LA Convention Center on Saturday afternoon. A large group of bicyclists, estimated to be around 30 to 40, found themselves in trouble with the law after allegedly setting off a firework inside a trash can. The incident hap

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Ash Alarm: LA Schools Face Wildfire Aftermath

Los Angeles schools are reopening, but some parents are worried about the toxic ash from recent wildfires. Kelli Ferrone, a mom with two daughters at Canyon Charter Elementary, was shocked to find blackened cotton swabs and wipes from cleaning ash outside her kids' school. The Palisades Fire, which

Four Israeli Soldiers Freed, Ceasefire Holds

In a turn of events, four Israeli female soldiers were set free by Hamas. This release was part of a ceasefire deal. However, Israel has criticized Hamas, saying they haven't fully met their obligations under the truce. The deal aims to end a long-standing war in Gaza. The freed soldiers, aged betw

Trump's Shocking Idea: Ditch FEMA and Give States More Control

In the wake of tragedies in California and North Carolina, President Trump suggested something surprising. He wants to get rid of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and let states handle disasters directly. This wouldn't be the first time Trump's criticized FEMA. He's said it's too slow

Gaza's Survivors Face a Grim Reality

Mohammed Alshannat, a Gaza resident, has always been a voice for peace and Western democracy. Even before the recent conflict, he advocated for Arabs and Jews to live harmoniously. Now, as the cease-fire settles, Alshannat is grappling with the harsh reality of burying his relatives. He shared his d

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Conan O'Brien: Hosting Oscars After LA Wildfires

Conan O'Brien, a well-known comedian, is set to host the Academy Awards this year. But it won't be easy, especially since the show follows the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Many people have different views about whether the Oscars should go ahead or not. O'Brien understands the situation wel

California's Governor: A Journey Through Crises

January 24, 2025

Gavin Newsom entered his role as governor in 2018 amidst one of California's most devastating events: the Camp Fire. Before he even took office, he joined then-President Donald Trump and then-Governor Jerry Brown to assess the fire's damage. Over six years later, Newsom will meet Trump again, but th