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Possible Flow Of Toxic Waste Has Ventura Residents Ready To Go Again
Toxic waste from burned out homes and cars are also a danger for lower-lying homeowners.
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Toxic waste from burned out homes and cars are also a danger for lower-lying homeowners.
Thomas Fire victims were warned Friday to beware of FEMA-related scams.
The Department Of Homeland Security announced Tuesday President Trump has declared a major disaster for the counties of Ventura and Santa Barbara, allowing funds to be release to those affected.
The Thomas Fire is now 86% contained and has burned more than 280,000 acres.
On Dec. 4 thousands of firefighters never thought they'd be spending Christmas side-by-side backhoes and excavators.
Grieving family, friends and colleagues gathered at a Liberty Station church today to salute and say goodbye to a firefighter from Escondido who lost his life facing down the largest wildfire in California history.
The huge wildfire that burned hundreds of homes in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties is now the largest in California's recorded history.
The Thomas Fire is only 500 acres from overtaking the 2003 Cedar Fire as the largest in California history.
All mandatory and voluntary evacuation orders in place for several days were lifted for Santa Barbara County at around 9 a.m. Thursday.
Red Flag warnings are in affect from 6 p.m. Wednesday to 10 a.m. Thursday for southern Santa Barbara County.
On Dec. 16 plumes of smoke were seen along the coast with several spots of fire. By Dec. 19 most of the smoke and fire is not visible from space.
Adding insult to injury, a family that was forced to pack up their home to escape the Thomas Fire were hit by burglars who broke into their SUVs and stole more than $75,000 of their valuables.
Hot, gusty winds that caused a huge flare-up and forced more evacuations last weekend are expected to whip up again Wednesday.
Celebrity Chef Jose Andes fed Puerto Rico after the hurricane and now he's in Ventura County doing the same.
Weary firefighters who have been working round the clock to save homes from the devastating Thomas Fire were treated to a "thank you" meal this weekend, courtesy of actor Rob Lowe.
It's possible the ash is raising the risk of polluting the fish we eat and sending even more toxins into the air.
The Thomas fire, now the largest in California's history, entered its 14th day Sunday at 40 percent containment.
The Thomas Fire continued to burn at both ends, northwest of Santa Barbara into the Los Padres National Forest, and east near Fillmore, where winds were dangerously strong Sunday evening.
Cory Iverson is survived by a 2-year-old daughter, and a pregnant wife.
Red flag warnings were in place again Saturday night and Sunday as winds were expected to kick up.
The Thomas Fire is now the third largest fire on record in California and the biggest firefighting effort in state history.
The Thomas Fire has burned at least 267,500 acres and destroyed more than 1,000 structures.
Jim Welsh did last minute work on his home in Santa Barbara where a red flag warning will be in effect into Sunday.
Ten days after it flared up near the Sepulveda Pass, the Skirball Fire was 100 percent contained Thursday evening.
The blaze is also still encroaching on several seaside communities in Santa Barbara. 18,000 homes remain threatened.
A man was fatally wounded in Montebello over the weekend, authorities said Sunday.
Polls show Americans' trust in the Supreme Court has never been lower, especially in light of ethical lapses that lead observers to question the impartiality of the justices.
A rash of violence in Santa Monica has been a cause for concern by city officials who worry about what they say has become a troubling trend.
Some Democrats question Biden's ability to campaign in the 2024 presidential election, divide over whether he should be the nominee, after voters say Trump won debate.
Police are working to determine if the incident is gang-related.
One of the victims suffered a non-life-threatening stab wound, while another sustained a possible broken ankle during a fight near the Santa Monica Pier on Saturday.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene after crashing into an SBSD patrol car "in route to a priority call," deputies said.
More than 50 cars were involved in a street takeover in downtown Los Angeles that left some vehicles burned.
LeBron James opts out of his Lakers contract Saturday but is expected to sign a deal later, report says.
A man was fatally wounded in Montebello over the weekend, authorities said Sunday.
A man was fatally wounded in Montebello over the weekend, authorities said Sunday.
A rash of violence in Santa Monica has been a cause for concern by city officials who worry about what they say has become a troubling trend.
Police are working to determine if the incident is gang-related.
More than 40 gallons of spilled cement covered lanes of the freeway, prompting an hours-long SigAlert for all but one lane heading northbound.
Three of the victims were on the bus while the fourth was inside of the car. All were hospitalized following the crash.
Orange County investigators need help finding the person who started several fires in San Juan Capistrano.
Sam Woodward admitted to stabbing Bernstein multiple times in 2018, but has pleaded not guilty to murder with an enhancement for a hate crime.
Prosecutors charged two men who allegedly posed as ICE agents while targeting Latino residents with hate crimes.
Firefighters had to extricate two victims after their cars overturned in the violent crash.
Costa Mesa police say that there have been as many as 20 victims of the bizarre thefts, most of which are Toyota Tacoma owners.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene after crashing into an SBSD patrol car "in route to a priority call," deputies said.
The fire was reported at around 12:30 p.m. and quickly grew to engulf 300 acres as of 5:30 p.m., firefighters said.
Paramedics rushed a student after suffering a medical emergency at the Chino High School aquatic center Friday afternoon.
Police are searching for a suspect in a shooting that left one person dead and the windows shattered at a weed dispensary.
Family members believe that the driver of a big rig that slammed into them at the tail end of a six-car pileup had fallen asleep behind the wheel, leaving their five-year-old daughter in critical condition.
After a two-year KCAL News Investigation uncovered serious concerns about police selling their old weapons, a new case study has brought a new light to where agencies buy their new guns.
Thousands of guns once owned by law enforcement have been found at crime scenes, including at incidents in Southern California, an in-depth investigation has revealed.
"No teacher should have to lie as part of their job". Ross Palombo talks to a teacher in the Los Angeles Unified School who says he was told to lie about class attendance, which is how the state calculates funding from your tax dollars.
The CDC recommends that at least 95% of students have the MMR vaccine in order to lower the risk of measles outbreaks at their school, but a recent KCAL News investigation shows that hundreds of SoCal schools are well below that number.
For months, migrants have arrived in Los Angeles on controversial buses chartered from Texas. With a lack of coordination from the Lone Star state, community groups stepped in to help bring things under control and helped hundreds across Southern California.
Polls show Americans' trust in the Supreme Court has never been lower, especially in light of ethical lapses that lead observers to question the impartiality of the justices.
Police said they spotted what "appeared to be a handgun" during the chase, but was later determined to be a pellet gun resembling a Glock 17.
The Napa Valley Wine Train is going green to protect the delicate environment it travels through.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
The 6-3 decision from the court in the case known as City of Grants Pass v. Johnson is its most significant involving homelessness in decades.
Some Democrats question Biden's ability to campaign in the 2024 presidential election, divide over whether he should be the nominee, after voters say Trump won debate.
Gov. Newsom Saturday signed a state budget to close an estimated $46.8 billion deficit through $16 billion in spending cuts and business tax increases.
The 6-3 decision from the court in the case known as City of Grants Pass v. Johnson is its most significant involving homelessness in decades.
California Governor Gavin Newsom was in the spin room in Atlanta for the presidential debate on Thursday in support of President Joe Biden.
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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.
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health announced on Monday that there was a "concerning increase" of mpox, or monkeypox, cases that have been reported in the last two weeks.
Millions today owe their lives to the work of the man who devoted his career to public health, but in recent years Dr. Anthony Fauci has been targeted by a partisan, anti-science spectrum of opponents.
The two genetic changes to H1N1 could cut the effectiveness of the main flu antiviral doctors turn to.
Health regulators says consumers should avoid eating shellfish from two states because they may contain paralytic toxins.
Gov. Newsom Saturday signed a state budget to close an estimated $46.8 billion deficit through $16 billion in spending cuts and business tax increases.
Democrat lawmakers in California have agreed to delay a minimum wage increase for about 426,000 health care workers to help balance the state budget.
The California Supreme Court has removed a measure from the state's November ballot that would have made it harder to raise taxes.
Colorado wants to welcome more celebrities and movie stars to the Front Range. The state submitted a proposal to host the Sundance Film Festival in Boulder starting in 2027.
California has fined Amazon a total of $5.9 million, alleging the e-commerce giant worked warehouse employees so hard that it put their safety at risk.
Joseph Paintsil scored a first-half goal, LA added two scores late in the second half, and the Galaxy blanked the San Jose Earthquakes 3-0 for their fourth consecutive win.
Kevin Pillar's single with one out in the 10th inning drove in Taylor Ward and the Los Angeles Angels extended their winning streak to six, rallying for a 6-5 victory over the Detroit Tigers.
Mateusz Bogusz scored all three goals for his first hat trick in two seasons with LAFC and the Black and Gold defeated the Colorado Rapids 3-0.
Will Smith knocked in two runs to start a seven-run 11th inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants 14-7 on Saturday night.
Mike Trout repeatedly said he doesn't have a timetable for his return.
Over a month ahead of their scheduled stop in Colorado, Neil Young and Crazy Horse canceled their entire tour, which includes the show scheduled for July 31 at Fiddler's Green.
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Alec Baldwin's attorneys say the involuntary manslaughter charge against him for the "Rust" shooting that killed Halyna Hutchins should be dismissed.
Food writer Kevin Pang and his dad, Jeffrey, explore their Asian heritage as hosts of a YouTube cooking show for America's Test Kitchen, and as co-authors of "A Very Chinese Cookbook."
In 1999, a series about a New Jersey crime family premiered on HBO; it would change television. Series creator David Chase, and stars Edie Falco, Steven Van Zandt, Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa, discuss the personal and cultural impact of "The Sopranos."
Temperatures are expected to remain in the triple digits in some parts of Southern California this week. Alex Biston reports.
A rash of violence in Santa Monica has been a cause for concern by city officials who worry about what they say has become a troubling trend. Tina Patel reports.
Police are working to determine if the incident is gang-related.
Laurie Perez reports from Santa Monica, where yet another violent incident happened on Saturday, leaving city officials demanding help from the government.
Hundreds of people were on hand in North Hollywood on Saturday as friends and family hosted "A Mile for Johnny" to demand justice for "General Hospital" actor Johnny Wactor, who was killed last month when he found some men trying to steal his catalytic converter.
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
Shots from the second day of the JM Eagle LA Championship held at the Wilshire Country Club in the Palos Verdes Estates.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The Academy Awards will hand out filmmaking's top honor in 23 categories during the 2024 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, starting at 7 p.m. Eastern, 4 p.m. PDT.
Shots from the PGA's Genesis Invitational golf tournament held at the Riviera Golf Club in the Pacific Palisades.