LA Fires: Couple charged with impersonating firefighters, DA announces
Dustin Lee Nehl and Jennifer Nehl have been charged with impersonating firefighters during the LA County wildfires, using fake gear and a purchased fire truck to access the Palisades Fire zone.
Hughes fire sparks mass evacuations in LA County
The Hughes fire broke out in northern Los Angeles County Wednesday morning and quickly spread to over 10,000 acres. The fire prompted mass evacuation orders for tens of thousands of people. FOX 9’s Cody Matz has more on the story.
Officials fight against misinformation about SoCal wildfires
In addition to battling the Palisades and Eaton blazes, the California government is facing another firefight: one on misinformation.
Fire weather watch vs. red flag warning: What is the difference?
We've seen reports about Los Angeles County being under "fire weather watch" and "red flag warning." What is the difference?
LA wildfires: National guard deployed to assist
Hundreds of National Guard troops have been mobilized to help with the wildfire crisis in Los Angeles County. The city is experiencing one of the most destructive fire events on record in U.S. history. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has more on the story.
Backlash after LA millionaire offers 'any amount' for private firefighters to protect home
A millionaire in Los Angeles faced a wave of criticism after he posted a plea on social media offering to pay private firefighters "any amount" to protect his home from the raging Palisades Fire, as his neighbors' homes burned.
What caused the California fires? What we know
A rare combination of risk factors in Los Angeles County has sparked a series of deadly wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes and businesses.
Here's what the federal government is sending to the California fires
The fires were at 0% containment as of midday Wednesday, with at least two people dead and hundreds of structures burned.
CA wildfires trigger state of emergency declaration
Governor of California Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency due to three wildfires burning in southern parts of the state. Thousands have been forced to evacuate, and the blaze threatens more than 13,000 structures. FOX 9’s Kelly O’Connell has more on the story.
3 wildfires continue to grow in Southern California
Firefighters are battling three wildfires in southern California, prompting large evacuations that have affected thousands of people. Strong winds continue to fuel the flames, which have destroyed schools and homes.
Menendez Brothers: Gascón reveals 'new evidence' letter that led to case review
The letter revealed by LA Co. DA George Gascón appears to be from Erik Menendez to his cousin Andy Cano, in which Erik allegedly detailed the abuse he suffered from his father months before the killings.
Country music star Garth Brooks accused of raping makeup artist
A lawsuit was filed in LA County that accuses Garth Brooks of sexual assault.
Menendez Brothers: What is the new evidence causing DA Gascón to review the case?
LA County DA George Gasón's office is reviewing new evidence from a third party to see if Lyle and Erik Menendez, who were convicted of killing their parents in 1989, could be resentenced.
Scuba divers have 'once-in-a-lifetime' close encounter with great white shark near Catalina
Scuba divers near Catalina had a rare and thrilling encounter with a 15-foot Great White Shark, capturing the moment on video as the shark calmly circled them before swimming away.
For third time, California store sells winning lottery scratchers ticket with huge jackpot
Scratchers-mania: A California store extended its streak of making millionaires with winning scratchers. And a San Jose café sold a scratchers worth $2 million.