Tahoe Truckee Region Statewide Articles


A Fire Is Forcing You to Evacuate. What Do You Pack?

Here's what to pack in your "go-bag" in the event you receive an evacuation warning or order.

Satellite Images Show How Fires Exploded Across L.A. In Just a Few Hours

Satellite images show when the major fires, the Eaton, Palisades and Hurst fires, were first visible from space. See the timeline.

How to Help Those Affected by Fires Raging Across Los Angeles County

Those looking to assist residents affected by the Los Angeles County firestorm have a number of options to donate money, materials or their time.

From 1,000 to Zero: The Loss of Public News Racks in San Francisco

Editor’s note: Julia Gitis is the founder of Community News Lab, a nonprofit working to modernize print news racks into digital kiosks. Gitis plans to get community input at the 24th Street BART Station on January 23.Ken Cacich, a 72-year …

How to Protect Yourself From the Smoke Caused by L.A. Wildfires

The fires in L.A. have caused terrible air quality conditions across the county. Here are ways you can protect yourself, and your children, from the health impacts of wildfire smoke.

L.A. Firefighters Are Spread Thin Fighting Four Major Fires, but Help Is on the Way

The California National Guard has sent 200 personnel to help fight four major fires in L.A. County, and federal and out-of-state agencies are also pledging help.

Los Angeles County Wildfires Underscore California’s Growing Threat of Disaster

Hollywood thrives on depictions of desperate battles against overwhelming forces of destruction.

A Tale of Two Presidents: How L.A. Fires Show the Difference Between Biden and Trump

President Biden stood next to Gov. Gavin Newsom and pledged full federal support as fires burned through Los Angeles County. President-elect Donald Trump took to social media and blamed 'Newscum.'

¿Por Qué Trump Culpa Las Políticas De Uso De Agua De Newsom Por Los Incendios en Los Ángeles?

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Palisades Schools Suffer Major Damage. Hundreds of Campuses Likely to Remain Closed for Days

Fire has devastated at least two Pacific Palisades schools while hundreds of campuses are closed across the Los Angeles area.

Fact Check: Why Is Trump Blaming the LA Fires on Newsom’s Water Policies?

President-elect Donald Trump faulted California water policies for the devastating wildfires that are burning in Los Angeles County. The fires started because of fierce winds and extremely dry conditions.

Riverside County Sheriff's Deputy Dies in Early-Morning Collision

Deputy Timothy Corlew, assigned to the Jurupa Valley Sheriff's station, died during an on-duty collision on Wednesday morning, according to Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco.

Law Enforcement Uncover More Alleged Crimes Against ‘American Nightmare’ Perp

Law enforcement officials said that Matthew Muller — the man at the center of the Vallejo kidnapping case that was outlined in the Netflix documentary “American Nightmare” — may have committed sexual assault and kidnapping as early as 1993 when …

Southern California Wildfires by the Numbers: Location, Size, Containment and More

While the cause of each blaze has yet to be determined, all burned in or near foothill communities amid gusty winds and dry air and vegetation.

Fires Postpone Wednesday's Kings-Flames Game at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers Set to Play There Thursday

The NHL postpones Wednesday night's scheduled game between the Kings and the Calgary Flames at Crypto.com Arena because of the wildfires burning in L.A. County.

L.A. Officials Admit Firefighters Were Overwhelmed and Outgunned by Deadly Firestorms

Local fire officials acknowledged Wednesday that they were overwhelmed by the power and size of the four major fires burning in Los Angeles County.

Joe Vigil Returns for Second Stint as Antioch’s Interim Police Chief After Addington Retires

The city of Antioch has named Joe Vigil as its new interim police chief, succeeding Brian Addington, who is retiring.City Manager Bessie Marie Scott said in a statement that she has confidence in Vigil’s leadership.“Chief Vigil has dedicated his life …

Column: The California Compromise — Be Prepared to Evacuate

California offers great gifts and great risks. Steve Lopez weighs them all as he gets ready for a possible evacuation from the brutal Eaton fire.

Fire Breaks Out in Brentwood, Near Site of Palisades Inferno

The brush fire appeared to be a spot fire caused by the strong winds pushing flames and embers from the Palisades fire, said Margaret Stewart with the Los Angeles County Fire Department.

Embattled San Mateo Sheriff Corpus Files Claim Against County, County Fires Back

Embattled San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus has filed a $10 million claim against the county, alleging gender and racial discrimination after the county released a report last November containing scathing findings about her administration.  The county hired retired Judge …

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