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The $550 million settlement is to be used to cover insurance claims, implement new safety measures and pay a California state penalty for the five fires stemming from faulty SoCal Edison equipment.
The 2018 Woolsey Fire destroyed more than 1,600 structures in Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
The moratorium covers about 800,000 homeowners who live either inside or next to the perimeter of one of 16 wildfires that burned across the state in October.
The report found that LADWP has more than 1,000 outstanding maintenance orders in wildfire-threat areas.
Southern California Edison has agreed to repay taxpayers for firefighting and damage caused by the Thomas Fire in 2017 and the Woolsey Fire last year.
A downed power line owned by Southern California Edison was the cause of the devastating 2017 Thomas Fire in Ventura County, officials announced Wednesday.
Another storm system soaked the Southland Wednesday and put on a spectacular overnight lightning show before it slowly moved out of the area by late afternoon.
A flash flood watch is in effect from Tuesday night to Wednesday morning for most of L.A., Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.
The third and final in a series of storms hitting the Southland this week dumped several inches of rain on recent wildfire burn areas Thursday.
Parts of Ventura County have received more than 4 and a half inches of rain in the past 24 hours, according to the National Weather Service.
The first major storm to hit Southern California this rainy season prompted flash flood warnings and mandatory evacuations throughout the Holy Fire burn area.
Residents forced to flee their homes during the Woolsey Fire were advised to prepare for the possibility they would have to evacuate again due to mudslides and flooding.
Electrical equipment owned by Southern California Edison may have been "associated" with the start of the massive 2017 Thomas Fire, company officials said Tuesday.
The flames broke out on Dec. 4, 2017, and burned more than 440 square miles in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.
Insurers have received more than 2,000 claims for residential and commercial losses, including $388 million for residential personal property, $27.2 million for commercial property and $6.7 million for auto and other lines of insurance.
The Thomas, La Tuna, Creek, Sherpa and Whittier burn areas could see significant flooding and mud slides through Friday.
The lawsuits claim the utility's aging equipment caused or contributed to the biggest fire in California history.
Legislative Analyst's Office officials said the federal government will reimburse most of the costs, but the state will still need to come up with about $371 million.
State Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones and his team held a one-day Q&A for fire victims on Saturday at Ventura College.
Insurance claims from last year's deadly California wildfires have reached $11.8 billion, making it the most expensive series of wildfires in state history, an official said Wednesday.
Plenty of neighbors have received higher than normal bills while not being able to live in their homes.
Two bears that were badly burned in last month's Southern California wildfires are back in the wild after doctors used alternative treatments including acupuncture to save them.
The Assistance Center provides a number of services and resources to those impacted by the recent disasters.
The largest fire in California history is 100 percent contained. The blaze destroyed more than 750 homes.
A preliminary Cal Fire report said Corey Iverson died battling the Thomas Fire last month in Ventura County after becoming trapped in a dead-end gulch.
Dylan Larkin scored the go-ahead goal in the second period and the United States beat Canada 3-1 in the 4 Nations Face-Off on Saturday night, wrapping up a spot in the championship game by winning a game that started with three fights in nine seconds and was played at a blistering pace with physicality throughout.
Justine Vanderschoot was 17 when she was brutally murdered by her boyfriend and his roommate in Placer County, California. More than 20 years later, her family continues to fight for justice.
Miami's Tyler Herro edged out Golden State's Buddy Hield to win the 3-point contest at the NBA's All-Star Saturday night in San Francisco.
It happened just before 6:25 p.m. and was centered near Highland, according to the United States Geological Survey.
The new location will be at Pamela Park gymnasium in Duarte.
A 3.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Malibu at 6:30 a.m. Saturday.
Justine Vanderschoot was 17 when she was brutally murdered by her boyfriend and his roommate in Placer County, California. More than 20 years later, her family continues to fight for justice.
Miami's Tyler Herro edged out Golden State's Buddy Hield to win the 3-point contest at the NBA's All-Star Saturday night in San Francisco.
It happened just before 6:25 p.m. and was centered near Highland, according to the United States Geological Survey.
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair, despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago.
The new location will be at Pamela Park gymnasium in Duarte.
The fire was first reported just after 3 a.m in the 150 block of Chia Way, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Police say that several people had gotten into a fight which quickly escalated into a deadly shooting at around 1:45 a.m. outside of a business in the 11100 block of Magnolia Boulevard.
"Within literally a matter of minutes the restaurant was, both ends, entire parking lot, full of mud and debris," Josh Morgan, TS restaurants VP of operations said.
Photographers Jesse Rodriguez, Niaz Uddin and Kyle Cordova are hosting the two-day event at Elysium DTLA.
A 3.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Malibu at 6:30 a.m. Saturday, following a 3.7 quake that hit the same area just before midnight, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Driving in the rain is not always easy — and let's face it, those of us living in Southern California are not at all used to wet roads.
As Southern California recovers from the wildfires, it's seeing the worst flu season in years with cases surging across the region and nation.
An Orange County teenager's lifelong passion could change the future of firefighting, with his recent invention becoming the latest tool adopted by local fire departments to help stop wildfires before they grow out of control.
It happened just after 1:30 a.m. on Jamboree Road, south of Warner Avenue, according to the Irvine Police Department.
It happened just before 6:25 p.m. and was centered near Highland, according to the United States Geological Survey.
The man was sentenced to 30 years and 8 months in prison for a string of armed robberies at Riverside convenience stores while wearing a clown mask in 2023.
Police arrested a man in Perris on Friday after he allegedly tried to arrange a sexual encounter with an undercover officer who was posing as an underage girl online.
Police sa it's unclear why the driver of the BMW veered onto the other side of the road.
It happened just after 2:15 p.m. about seven miles south of Idyllwild.
KCAL News Investigates dives into the stats and budgets surrounding the enforcement of illegal dumping in LA.
Ross Palombo takes us through a year's worth of KCAL News Investigations.
A KCAL News investigation has found that there are possibly hundreds of fire hydrants across the Los Angeles area that need maintenance or repair. Ross Palombo reports.
Former LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner is spearheading the lawsuit that claim millions of dollars weren't spent properly. Ross Palombos reports.
Former LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner is spearheading the lawsuit that claim millions of dollars weren't spent properly.
Justine Vanderschoot was 17 when she was brutally murdered by her boyfriend and his roommate in Placer County, California. More than 20 years later, her family continues to fight for justice.
Miami's Tyler Herro edged out Golden State's Buddy Hield to win the 3-point contest at the NBA's All-Star Saturday night in San Francisco.
Jurors have gotten the case at the trial of rapper A$AP Rocky.
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
Happy Valentine's Day! Learn more about its history and what it's all about in 2025.
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
Federal layoffs are starting with huge numbers of probationary workers, and there are warnings of bigger cuts on the way.
Elon Musk's "dual roles pose conflicts of interest so obvious that they hardly require explanation," Sen. Richard Blumenthal wrote in the letter obtained by CBS News.
Elon Musk, the world's wealthiest man, took questions for the first time since the president gave him broad authority to overhaul the executive branch.
The nuclear agreement is a potential national security win for the United States, one expert said.
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
The authorization comes after a week-long voting period for the more than 6,000 Food4Less workers represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Local union.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
Pertussis cases are on the rise again, after a dip following the winter holidays.
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
Health experts say the website purge could result in deaths.
World Health Organization chief says agency already cutting back on hiring and travel with Trump withdrawal set to hit funding.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Democratic philanthropist George Soros and actor-director Denzel Washington were awarded the nation's highest civilian honor.
Insurance companies in California will have to offer coverage to homeowners in wildfire-prone areas under a new state regulation that was announced Monday.
The lawsuit contends that multiple food truck operators have created constant nuisance outside of the store in the form of congestion, trash generation and rudeness to store employees.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.
Dylan Larkin scored the go-ahead goal in the second period and the United States beat Canada 3-1 in the 4 Nations Face-Off on Saturday night, wrapping up a spot in the championship game by winning a game that started with three fights in nine seconds and was played at a blistering pace with physicality throughout.
Miami's Tyler Herro edged out Golden State's Buddy Hield to win the 3-point contest at the NBA's All-Star Saturday night in San Francisco.
The Los Angeles Angels announced a $10 million, one-year contract with veteran right-hander Kenley Jansen and a $5 million, one-year deal with veteran infielder Yoán Moncada on Saturday.
Lu'Cye Patterson scored a season-high 25 points and reserve Frank Mitchell recorded a double-double and Minnesota beat USC 69-66 on Saturday.
The timing means the 23-year-old Italian won't miss any Grand Slam tournaments. The French Open, the season's next major, starts May 25.
Jurors have gotten the case at the trial of rapper A$AP Rocky.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday unveiled their 2025 nominees for induction, which include Chubby Checker, OutKast and Mariah Carey.
Among the Westminster Dog Show finalists were a bichon frisé, a shih tzu, a whippet, a German shepherd, an English springer spaniel, a giant schnauzer and a Skye terrier.
Taylor Swift was back at the Super Bowl to watch Travis Kelce and his Kansas City Chiefs play the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.
Jon Batiste, a Louisiana native, sang the national anthem at the 2025 Super Bowl.
The new location will be at Pamela Park gymnasium in Duarte.
KCAL News photographer John Schreiber on Saturday was honored with the President's Award from the Society of Camera Operators during the Lifetime Achievement Awards for his stellar work done during the Los Angeles County wildfires and a lengthy career of success.
Gio Insignares takes a look at the concerns of residents living close to the Calabasas Landfill over the site being used as a dumping site for wildfire debris.
Laurie Perez reports from Topanga Canyon, where a massive mudslide brought on by recent rain is once gain impacting businesses that have already gone through a year of issues caused by Mother Nature.
Four different earthquakes hit Southern California on Saturday, spanning from Los Angeles County to the southern part of the Inland Empire.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
