Chagas disease carried by the kissing bug spreading across US: What to know

Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.

8-year-old boy dies, 4 others hurt after large tree branch falls during kids' summer camp near Calabasas

Homicide detectives confirmed an 8-year-old boy died and four others, between the ages of 5 and 73, were injured after the branch of an oak tree fell during a kids' summer camp in the Santa Monica Mountains.

President Trump sends marines to LA amid protests
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As protests against immigration operations continue in Los Angeles, President Donald Trump is sending marines and additional National Guard troops to the city. FOX 9?s Doug Luzader has more on the story.

Los Angeles protests erupt over immigration raids
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President Donald Trump deployed the National Guard to Los Angeles after protests erupted over immigration operations. FOX's Doug Luzader and FOX 9's Se Kwon has team coverage on the latest developments.

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
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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
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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.

CA wildfires trigger state of emergency declaration
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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.