Some Evacuations Lifted in Palisades as Fire Containment at 22%

The deadly Palisades Fire was 22% contained Thursday as a much-feared Santa Ana wind event wound down without dramatically impacting the firefight, and residents were allowed to return home in select neighborhoods that had been evacuated due to the blaze. As of Thursday morning, the fire that erupted Jan. 7 had scorched 23,713 acres, according […]

Evacuations Lifting Near Altadena, Pasadena; Eaton Fire 55% Contained

More evacuation orders were lifted on the outskirts of the deadly Eaton Fire burn area near Altadena and Pasadena, with containment of the blaze increasing to 55% Thursday and Santa Ana winds finally backing down. As of Thursday, the Eaton Fire had burned 14,117 acres, with containment at 55%, up from 45% Wednesday night. The […]

Innovative Director, Screenwriter David Lynch Dies at 78

Oscar-nominated director David Lynch, best known for films such as “Blue Velvet” and “The Elephant Man” and the quirky television drama “Twin Peaks,” has died at age 78, his family announced Thursday. “It is with deep regret that we, his family, announce the passing of the man and the artist, David Lynch,” the family wrote […]

Animal Shelters, Communities Come Together to Help Reunite, Home Pets with Families

The fires in the Palisades and Altadena areas have forced thousands of people and pets from their homes over the last two weeks, increasing the burden on local animal shelters and rescue groups who are scrambling. Here are some ways to help animals: — Los Angeles and Pasadena/Altadena have phone numbers for those needing help […]

Legendary LA Band The Eagles Donate $2.5M to FireAid Benefit

Legendary rock band the Eagles donated $2.5 million for an upcoming FireAid benefit concert in Inglewood to support communities impacted by the Los Angeles area wildfires, and organizers announced a star-studded lineup for the two-venue event. The band is not scheduled to appear at the Jan. 30 concert, since it is currently playing a residency […]

Port of LA Receives $31M State Grant to Test Renewable-Powered Boats

The California Air Resources Board awarded the Port of Los Angeles a $31 million grant to test renewable-powered boats as part of a project to reduce its reliance on carbon fuel in ferry services, officials announced Thursday. Grant funding will allow the port to test renewable diesel-powered and electric-powered ships in partnership with Catalina Express […]

Palisades PGA Tournament to be Moved

In response to the area wildfires, the PGA Tour announced Thursday the Genesis Invitational golf tournament in mid-February will be moved away from the Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades and held in an “alternate location.” “The PGA Tour’s focus continues to be on the safety and well-being of those affected by the unprecedented natural […]

Evacuations Still in Place Until Winds Calm

With the latest Santa Ana winds behind them, firefighters worked Thursday to extend containment of the Eaton and Palisades fires and douse hot spots, but while conditions have improved dramatically, authorities said it could still be more than a week until most evacuated residents are permitted to return home. Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna […]

$3.8M Federal Grant Issued for Green Housing in CA

A $3.8 million federal grant will help train professionals across California on building de-carbonization policies and boost employment for workers from historically underserved communities, officials announced Thursday. U.S. Green Building Council California, a member-based nonprofit advocating for a more sustainably and equitably built environment in the state, received the grant from the U.S. Department of […]

33-Year-Old Motorcyclist Identified in Torrance Crash

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner Office Thursday released the name of a 33-year-old motorcyclist killed in a crash with a car in Torrance. The decedent was identified as Keith Cody Bagwell of Harbor City, according to the examiner’s office. Officers were sent to the intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and 236th Street around 6:04 p.m. […]

Cinematographer Society Nominees Include `Wicked,’ `The Brutalist’

Cinematographers behind films such as “Wicked,” “The Brutalist” and “Conclave” were among those nominated Thursday for the American Society of Cinematographers award for feature films. Other films making the cut were “Nosferatu,” “Dune: Part Two,” “Maria” and “A Complete Unknown.” For half-hour television productions, ASC nominations went to cinematographers for “Hacks,” “The Franchise,” “Sugar,” “Emily […]