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Altadena residents, who would see the worst damage from the Eaton fire, also experienced the most issues with evacuation alerts. Was the community at a disadvantage during the L.A. firestorm because of its government structure?

Mass firings at the National Weather Service have started to affect local offices across the nation, with some locations limiting operations. And it could just be the beginning with further budget cuts looming.

A longtime customer of Sandy’s Liquor in San Luis Obispo won a $1-million scratcher from the California Lottery, according to the manager. He said it will be life-changing for the man.

Brown pelicans are filling up Southern California wildlife rehabilitation centers. Many adult birds have been poisoned in a major toxic algae bloom, and now young birds are starving too.

The 5.2 quake was centered near Julian. There were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries but some residents reported feeling a strong jolt.

In an action cheered by environmentalists, the California Coastal Commission on April 10 voted to fine a Texas-based oil firm $18 million for failing to obtain necessary permits and reviews in its controversial push to revive oil production off Santa Barbara’s coast.

The California Coastal Commission has ordered Sable Offshore Corp. to cease and desist in its bid to revive oil drilling off the coast of Santa Barbara.

Temperatures in the Coachella Valley are forecast to hit 103 degrees by Friday, potentially setting a record high for this time of year and coinciding with the start of the area’s mega-popular music festival.

Temperatures in Indio are expected to reach triple digits Friday, when the Coachella Valley Music and Arts festival starts. Across Southern California, highs will be 10 to 15 degrees above average.

A Houston-based oil company has rebuffed the authority of the California Coastal Commission in a bid to revive drilling off the coast of Santa Barbara.