L.A. fire maps show where blazes are burning right now
Updating maps of Southern California show where wildfires, including the Palisades, Eaton and Hughes fires, are burning across Los Angeles.
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New fire forces thousands of evacuations
A new wildfire called the Hughes Fire broke out in northwest Los Angeles County on Wednesday. It quickly scorched more than 5,000 acres of land in a few hours and forced some highway closures. Meanwhile, two other major fires in the area continue to burn. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports and Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the new fire and evacuations.
Hughes Fire roars Southern California
The Hughes Fire has erupted in Southern California and has already spread across more than 5,000 acres. the CBS News Los Angeles team is reporting on the new mandatory evacuation orders.
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L.A. fires devastate families, firefighters
Days after fires began tearing through homes in the Los Angeles area, families are returning to smoldering neighborhoods as firefighters continue their battle against the deadly wildfires.
Park Rangers rescue man stranded in steep gully in Death Valley
Park rangers at Death Valley National Park rescued a man stranded on a Mosaic Canyon hike.
What we know about the start of the Palisades Fire
A CBS News analysis of satellite imagery and photos shared by local residents indicates the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles likely started close to where another blaze, the Lachman Fire, broke out on Jan. 1.
How contained are the Los Angeles fires, including the Palisades fire?
Here's the latest on containment for the fires burning across Southern California as firefighters work to extinguish the fires.
Scott Peterson: Case in Question
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Progress made in L.A.-area wildfire containment efforts as winds weaken
Fires across the Los Angeles area have killed more than two dozen people. Weaker winds enabled firefighters to make inroads containing the Palisades and Eaton fires.
Wildfires add strain to L.A. area's housing crisis
As firefighters continue their progress containing the Los Angeles wildfires, a new crisis is emerging: Southern California's housing shortage. As Tom Hanson reports, it was already serious. Now, it's dire.
L.A. crews make progress containing fires
Subsiding winds in the Los Angeles area have allowed fire crews to gain more control of the ongoing wildfires. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
Expert on mental health toll from fires
Many Americans reeling from the wildfires that devastated parts of the Los Angeles area may have to cope with mental health burdens from the disaster. Dr. David Eisenman, a professor at the University of California, Los Angeles, joins CBS News with advice.
New dangerous concerns in California
Some Los Angeles area homes are suffering from landslides as the water supply compromises some residential foundations in California. This comes as more concerns emerge over toxic chemicals, and as firefighters continue battling the wildfires. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports, Rob Marciano has more on the fresh threats to Californians, and John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
California weather update, new concerns
There are fresh safety concerns in the Los Angeles area where wildfires destroyed many homes and businesses. This comes as firefighters take advantage of the break in strong winds to mitigate the lingering fires. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports, and meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest weather forecast.
Officials on 5 fires in Los Angeles
Los Angeles area officials provided updates on at least five fires in the state. The Sunset Fire in the Hollywood Hills has been stopped, an official said, and the Woodley Fire has also been 100% contained. At least five deaths have been reported.
Eaton Fire devastates historic Black community
Altadena, a historically Black community long regarded as a safe haven and a symbol of prosperity, was ravaged in the Los Angeles wildfires.
California crews making progress on wildfires
California firefighters have made major progress getting the massive Eaton Fire to more than 50% containment, but now the area is dealing with the threat of landslides. National Guard checkpoints are now set up to keep people out of evacuation zones where many dangers remain. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has more.
Landslide dangers growing in California
Residents in Southern California who just weathered some of the worst wildfires in the area's history are now dealing with the threat of landslides. CBS News senior weather correspondent Rob Marciano has more.
Feds sue Southwest Airlines, fine Frontier for chronically delayed flights
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Fire weather conditions improve in L.A.
Winds in the Los Angeles area ease as crews continue to battle wildfires on Thursday. Meanwhile, freezing temperatures are expected to move East this week. CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the forecast.
How Watch Duty became an essential app during the L.A. wildfires
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L.A. firefighters have window to fight blaze
Los Angeles-area winds weakened on Thursday night, providing firefighters with a critical window to gain control of the ongoing wildfires. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Judge blocks Trump administration from sending National Guard troops to Oregon, for now
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Johnson, Schumer accuse each other of not being serious in shutdown negotiations
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As justices confront harassment, death threats, Barrett says "I'm not afraid"
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Man arrested, charged with having Molotov cocktail outside D.C. church
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Kroger recalls deli pasta salads due to possible listeria contamination
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Gunman fired up "50 to 100 shots" on busy Sydney street, police say
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2 dead, 12 wounded in Montgomery, Alabama mass shooting
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Priscilla strengthens into a hurricane in the Pacific. Maps show its path.
Hurricane Priscilla was strengthening Sunday in the Pacific Ocean, off the southwestern coast of Mexico.