Leaders and residents share a mix of disappointment, hope and support as President Trump did not visit the Eaton fire’s Altadena and Pasadena destruction.

The rain that is expected to hit the scorched Los Angeles landscape this weekend may bring relief to the fire fights, but it could also bring flash floods and mudslides. Although forecasts show that the risk is relatively low, local officials are taking the warnings seriously.

(AP Photo/John Locher, File) Pedestrians help a firefighter stretch a hose as an apartment building burns, Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, in the Altadena section of Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File) Cesar Plaza becomes emotional while looking at ...

The devastating California wildfires have destroyed thousands of homes, consumed over 40,000 acres of land, and claimed numerous lives, leaving communities reeling from the destruction. Beyond the human toll,

Nick Khatchikianin, a senior guard for Mesrobian High in Pico Rivera, California scored 102 points in a game, breaking a state record.

Several stars came together to heal and rebuild after wildfires destroyed over 1,000 homes and turned California into an inferno in January 2025. From Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to Jennifer Garner,

The Palisades and Eaton wildfires also continue burning in the Los Angeles area, leaving parts of Southern California with devastating fire damage.

Pasadena officials are asking homeowners to beginning preparing their property against potential mudslides fueled by forecasted weekend rain.

The mountains and foothills of Los Angeles County are in “extreme drought” conditions, about 36% of the county, explained Pugh. That’s one category shy of hitting the highest level, “exceptional drought,” and three higher than the lowest, “abnormally dry.” The rest of the county is in severe drought.

California will spend $2.5 billion to help the Los Angeles area recover from recent deadly wildfires under a relief package signed Thursday by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.

The funding would help pay for services ranging from shelters for those who have lost their homes and debris removal, among other things.