Los Angeles County extends smoke advisory due to wildfires until January 12, 2025, cautioning residents about poor air quality and recommending protective measures like staying indoors and minimizing outdoor activities.

Governor Newsom announced tax relief for Los Angeles wildfire victims, delaying 2024 tax return and payment deadlines from January 7 to October 15, 2025.

A woman was arrested for arson near a California state park; wildfires and critical fire warnings persist in Southern California, with multiple parks closed.

Jaylin Edwards was sentenced to over 64 years in prison for a 2019 shooting that injured a girl and her mother in Port Hueneme. The girl is now paralyzed and cognitively impaired.

Michelle Mack was sentenced to over 5 years in prison for leading a multi-million-dollar retail theft ring in California.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health warns of ocean water contamination near storm drains and areas affected by recent firefighting, advising against water activities along several beaches.

Camarillo man, Stanislav Skudarnov, was arrested for illegal firearm manufacturing and possession after a Ventura County Sheriff's Office investigation.

Los Angeles County officials, including Chair Supervisor Kathryn Barger and Sheriff Robert G. Luna, call in the National Guard and set curfews to stop looting in wildfire evacuation zones.

An erroneous evacuation alert related to the Kenneth Fire was mistakenly sent to nearly 10 million people in Los Angeles County, prompting confusion and a swift correction.

The LAFD responded to the 50-acre Kenneth Fire in Woodland Hills, issuing mandatory evacuations that were later downgraded as they contained the blaze.

The LAFD updated on the Palisades Fire, now 8% contained, affecting over 20,000 acres with one death and potential destruction of over 5,000 structures. Heavy equipment and personnel are deployed, and evacuation orders are in place.

Long Beach police arrested a suspect for illegal dumping and found a loaded gun during the early morning incident.

Universal Studios Hollywood and CityWalk closed due to Southern California wildfires, prioritizing safety amid extreme wind conditions and multiple fires in the region.