Should builders permit their own projects? Post-fire LA considers a radical idea
The recent spate of Los Angeles County fires has led many different parties to re-examine state and local approaches to ...
US retail sales drop by most in two years amid fires, storms
U.S. retail sales slumped in January by the most in nearly two years, indicating an abrupt pullback by consumers after a ...
L.A. is already getting fire recovery wrong. Two experts explain how to do it better
Two wildfire experts argue that the L.A. destruction didn't have to be as bad as it was. The question isn't whether we can ...
Opinion: Do more than clear brush. Garden for fire
In extreme conditions, no amount of brush clearance can guarantee protection. Indeed, too much clearing can in fact leave ...
After L.A. fires wipe out 2 years of housing supply, rebuilding efforts face challenges
In the aftermath of the Palisades and Eaton fires in Los Angeles, conversations around rebuilding efforts are moving toward ...
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Building after the fires
The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously to consider a building permit "self-certification" program, which would allow homeowners to start construction on small residential projects without ...
Opinion: Region Needs Sensible Housing Density to Reduce Rising Threat of Fires
Our urgent need for more housing should be focused on how to build without increasing fire risks as the climate changes.
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Why clearing the brush around Los Angeles won't reduce wildfire danger
But wildfire experts say cutting down Southern California's chaparral won't make the region safer from wildfires. In fact, ...
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LAFD Extinguishes Kitchen Fire in Westlake Apartment Building, No Injuries Reported
LAFD extinguished a minor kitchen fire in a Westlake apartment in 10 minutes with no injuries or evacuation required. The ...
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Mayor Bass promises fast and efficient rebuilding in Pacific Palisades after catastrophic wildfire
Amid the rebuilding effort in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has vowed to reduce red tape and speed up the ...
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US, Los Angeles: Sylmar Man Shot Outside Apartment Building
Los Angeles, United States - February 08, 2025 02/08/2025 01:40 am (GMT-0800) SYLMAR, LOS ANGELES, Calif. – The Los Angeles ...