Southern California is getting hotter. LA County now has a heat action plan Board of Supervisors approves an “all-of-government” approach to protecting public health amid rising temperatures.

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Burbank launches first-of-its-kind trail accessibility program Starting Saturday, two all-terrain wheelchairs will be available to rent for free, helping people with mobility challenges enjoy more of the outdoors.

Burbank launches first-of-its-kind trail accessibility program: laist.com/news/climate...

Water company's fire recovery plan gives Altadena residents sticker shock. Here's what's happening Las Flores Water Company will discuss its plans to stay solvent at a meeting Thursday night.

Water company's fire recovery plan gives Altadena residents sticker shock. Here's what's happening

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The state cut a program that supports people with disabilities in disasters. Advocates are alarmed Disability advocates say the Disability Disaster Access and Resources program, also known as DDAR, should be expanded, not cut.

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One year later: The Palisades and Eaton fires LAist is marking the one-year anniversary of the January 2025 fires with coverage that includes the voices of fire survivors, stories of resilience and helpful resources.

Find highlights of all our fire coverage for this somber anniversary here: One year later: The Palisades and Eaton fires

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Survivors mark one-year anniversary of Eaton and Palisades fires with memorials and demands In the Palisades, a bell was rung 12 times for the 12 people who died in the fire. In Altadena, people call on Edison and insurance companies to provide more support.

Survivors mark one-year anniversary of Eaton and Palisades fires with memorials and demands: laist.com/news/climate...

Six stories of loss and resilience, a year after the LA fires Every fire survivor's story is different. But they're all connected too — to a traumatic event and to feelings of grief, anger and determination.

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2025 in review: LAist looks back at the stories that stuck with us From the devastating wildfires that started the year, to deep-dive investigations into government corruption and stories that delight. The year in review.

2025 in review: LAist looks back at the stories that stuck with us
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Update: Update: yesterday the CPUC edited their proposed decision to lower utility profits by about .3% instead of .35%: docs.cpuc.ca.gov/PublishedDoc...

California State Fair officials hope switch to fall schedule provides cool opportunities Citing rising summer temperatures, the California Exposition & State Fair Board voted to change the dates of the fair at Cal Expo.

Climate adaptation: California State Fair shifting from July to September starting in 2027. www.abridged.org/news/the-bel...

Will California OK lower utility company profits? How a pending vote could affect your electric bill Cutting utility rates of return is one way the state is trying to address the energy affordability crisis.

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Will California OK lower utility company profits? How a pending vote could affect your electric bill Cutting utility rates of return is one way the state is trying to address the energy affordability crisis.

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LA County sues oil companies for unplugged wells in Inglewood Oil Field The lawsuit is the latest in ongoing efforts to phase out oil drilling in urban areas.

Los Angeles County is suing for oil companies for allegedly failing to properly clean up hundreds of wells in the Inglewood Oil Field: laist.com/news/climate... via @erstone7.bsky.social

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LA County sues oil companies for unplugged wells in Inglewood Oil Field The lawsuit is the latest in ongoing efforts to phase out oil drilling in urban areas.

LA County sues oil companies for unplugged wells in Inglewood Oil Field

"Every time a law has been passed or the county has adopted an ordinance, the oil company, instead of complying...filed lawsuits...So now we're moving forward with litigation.”

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Altadena care facility residents demand change after two were left behind in Eaton Fire evacuation A state oversight agency cited the MonteCedro retirement community for failing to follow its emergency evacuation plan.

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Altadena care facility residents demand change after two were left behind in Eaton Fire evacuation: laist.com/news/housing...

A $6M grant aims to rebuild an Altadena bungalow court lost to the Eaton Fire Philanthropic funds helped purchase a burned lot that used to have 14 rental units. Supporters hope the project can be a model for rebuilding equitably for renters.

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LAist is at its best when you help shape our coverage Take our survey to share what matters to you and what you’d find useful.

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Court filing alleges Edison is delaying Eaton Fire litigation and potential mediation The utility company denies the allegation, saying it’s too soon to enter into mediation when investigations into the cause of the Eaton Fire are not yet complete.

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South Gate opened three new parks in the last year. How did the small city do it? It’s not easy to add green space where it’s most needed. The small city of South Gate is a success story — and a model for the region.

South Gate opened three new parks in the last year. How did the small city do it? laist.com/news/climate...

Court filing alleges Edison is delaying Eaton Fire litigation and potential mediation The utility company denies the allegation, saying it’s too soon to enter into mediation when investigations into the cause of the Eaton Fire are not yet complete.

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Your guide to SoCal Edison's Eaton Fire payout plan We talked to experts and looked at the fine print to better understand the utility's payout plan for Eaton Fire survivors.

I put together a guide for Eaton Fire survivors considering SCE's payout plan, let me know your questions! laist.com/news/climate...

Hotter Halloweens? Climate change is making them more likely Average fall temperatures across the U.S. are on the rise, and they’re warming fastest here in the Southwest.

Hotter Halloweens? Climate change is making them more likely

Average fall temperatures in L.A. and Orange counties have gone up by more than 3.5 degrees Fahrenheit since 1970: laist.com/news/climate...

Ten years after the Aliso Canyon natural gas blowout, what’s changed? Regulations on gas storage facilities have been tightened since the detection of what would become the largest gas leak in U.S. history. But residents remain worried about long term health effects.

On Oct. 23, 2015, what became the largest known gas leak in U.S. history was discovered right here in L.A. Ten years after the Aliso Canyon natural gas blowout, what’s changed? laist.com/news/climate...

Ten years after the Aliso Canyon natural gas blowout, what’s changed? Regulations on gas storage facilities have been tightened since the detection of what would become the largest gas leak in U.S. history. But residents remain worried about long term health effects.

On Oct. 23, 2015, what became the largest known gas leak in U.S. history was discovered right here in L.A. Ten years after the Aliso Canyon natural gas blowout, what’s changed? laist.com/news/climate...

An uninsured Altadenan is determined to rebuild. Will the obstacles be insurmountable? Most survivors of January's fires face a massive gap in the money they need to rebuild, and funding to help is moving too slowly or nonexistent.

The lack of direct, long-term financial aid for rebuilding is one of the biggest issues facing fire survivors who are underinsured or not insured at all, several experts told LAist.

An uninsured Altadenan is determined to rebuild. Will the obstacles be insurmountable? Most survivors of January's fires face a massive gap in the money they need to rebuild, and funding to help is moving too slowly or nonexistent.

Alphonso Browne is determined to rebuild after losing his home in Altadena in the Eaton Fire. But without insurance, the obstacles are steep. Despite it all, Browne is resolute: “Whether it takes 1 yr or 10 yrs, we are going to rebuild.” Learn more: laist.com/news/climate...

Survey of 2,300 fire survivors reflects long, steep road to recovery A new survey shows most Eaton and Palisades fire survivors face major obstacles to rebuild.

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What the El Segundo Chevron refinery explosion means for air quality and gas prices There’s still a lot to be determined as the refinery, which supplies about one-fifth of Southern California's vehicle fuels, works to restore production and as data is collected.

What the El Segundo Chevron refinery explosion means for air quality and gas prices

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