Justin Halstenberg faces life in prison, prosecutors said, for starting a blaze that burned nearly 44,000 acres in Southern California last fall.

Southern California is set to experience a warming trend as a ridge of high pressure moves into the region. People planning outdoor activities should be aware of potential heat dangers and take necessary precautions to stay safe and hydrated.

The NWS Phoenix AZ released an updated wind advisory at 1:31 p.m. on Friday valid from Saturday 4 p.m. until Sunday 2 a.m. The advisory is for Salton Sea, Imperial County West and Imperial Valley.

High winds are expected across Southern California — especially near oceans, coasts, mountains, and deserts — from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. this week. Boaters are urged to stay in harbor. Drivers ...

California is in for another tumultuous weather week as conditions shift from record-breaking high temperatures to drizzle and gusty winds across the state.

"West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph," can be expected according to the NWS. "Highways impacted include, but are not limited to, SR 14, 58, and 178, as well as U.S. 395." "Gusty winds ...

Residents in southern California, are facing poor air quality due to particle pollution over parts of the Memorial Day weekend, according to officials. "Particle pollution can get deep into the lungs and cause serious health problems such as asthma attacks,

Low humidity and strong winds are forecast through Monday, prompting a red flag warning for a swath of Northern California.