Backup power and full water tanks should be required in face of wildfire, lawmaker says
A Ventura County lawmaker is proposing new wildfire resilience standards that would require water providers to ensure full ...
Record-breaking rain lashes California, with more on the way
After a relatively weak storm expected to arrive in L.A. late Thursday, forecasters say a potentially more powerful storm could hit around Valentine's Day.
Behind the arson arrests during the firestorm: Cases reveal L.A.'s burning problem
Authorities in L.A. County say the recent uptick in arson arrests was probably the result of increased public attention to ...
‘Pineapple express’ hits Southern California after pounding Bay Area
The gusty atmospheric river storm could cause flooding and rockslides but also will help reduce the risk of wildfires with ...
Should arsonist get death penalty if people die in wildfire? California Supreme Court to decide
The Supreme Court of California met in Sacramento on Wednesday to hear oral arguments in the case of an arsonist sentenced to death.
2 suspects arrested for allegedly starting fire in Ventura County
Two suspects were arrested for allegedly starting a fire in Ventura County.  The suspects were identified as Michael McCullar, 53, and Jamie Jacobson, 37, according to the Ventura County ...