Why are winter wildfires happening in Southern California?

Experts explain why Southern California is experiencing its most devastating winter wildfires in decades and what this could mean for the future of fire seasons.

Will the NFL move the Vikings/Rams playoff game due to L.A. wildfires?

The Minnesota Vikings are set to face the L.A. Rams next Monday night in the NFC Wild Card Playoffs, but Mother Nature might have a say in that.

Where is LA Mayor Karen Bass amid devastating wildfires?

Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles is facing public criticism for being in Ghana during the raging wildfires in Southern California.

Watch: Palisades Fire creates apocalyptic scene along L.A. highway

"Like driving through hell" is how one Los Angeles resident described evacuating down the Pacific Coast Highway as the Palisades Fire raged out of control all around her.

How many fires have burned in California in 2025?

CAL FIRE said in December that lower temperatures combined with lower precipitation will heighten fire risk, particularly in Southern California, through February.

Trump blames Newsom for 'apocalyptic' California wildfires

President-elect Donald Trump blamed California Gov. Gavin Newsom for the "apocalyptic" wildfires raging in Los Angeles County.

Airbnb offering temporary housing to people impacted by Los Angeles wildfires

Airbnb.org is offering free temporary housing for residents displaced by the ongoing wildfires in Southern California, partnering with 211 LA to assist those in need.

California wildfires: Plane passenger films aerial view of Palisades Fire

A plane passenger captured video of the massive Palisades fire as they were landing at Los Angeles International Airport Tuesday evening. 

Hazardous air quality reported in Los Angeles area as wildfires rage

Smoke from the raging Southern California wildfires is filling city skylines, causing officials to warn residents of hazardous air quality. 

Here are signs that poor air quality may affect your pet

Bad air quality can have a negative impact on people, but pets can be more susceptible to it, and these are the things to be aware of to protect your animal.

Palisades fire: Newsom declares state of emergency, thousands evacuated

Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency as the Pacific Palisades fire rages, burning over 1,260 acres and prompting mass evacuations in Southern California amid life-threatening wind conditions.

Getty Villa Museum threatened by Palisades fire

The Palisades fire has prompted evacuations, threatened homes and has caused major traffic disruptions with road closures.

Palisades fire chaos: Abandoned cars and traffic gridlock caught on video

As the Pacific Palisades fire rages on, a striking video shows abandoned cars and gridlocked streets resembling a scene from an apocalypse movie. The footage underscores the chaos caused by evacuations and heavy traffic.

LA police chase: 3 taken into custody following pursuit of assault, robbery suspects

Three suspects who were allegedly part of an assault, robbery and carjacking in the Pacific Palisades were taken into custody following a pursuit on Friday morning.

Atlanta cancer survivor riding on float in 136th Rose Parade

An Atlanta cancer survivor will be one of the special guests riding on a float during the 136th annual Rose Parade.

Man dies in Oakland Christmas fire after saving family, searching for engagement ring

A 37-year-old man was killed in a fire in Oakland after rescuing his family from a burning home on Christmas morning when he stayed inside to search for an engagement ring that he wanted to give to his girlfriend on New Year's Eve, authorities and his family said.