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Murder suspect identified but still at large
The Santa Monica Police Department has identified Fabian Mendez (Male Hispanic, 6’3” and 280 lbs, tattoos on forearms including “Zamora”...
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Smoke inhalation, starvation just the start for wildlife during Palisades Fire
Local Palisades Fire relief efforts around animals have prioritized household pets, but there is still an entire animal kingdom left...
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First wave of residents allowed to return to their homes following Palisades Fire
The first batch of residents are being allowed to return to evacuation zones Thursday as first responders continue to beat...
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Officials say LA fire zones remain unsafe for repopulation as cleanup begins
Officials warned Wednesday that evacuated residents may need to wait at least another week before repopulation in areas devastated by...
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‘Literally off the charts’: LA’s critically dry conditions stun scientists as fires rage
By Alastair Bland As much of Los Angeles smolders, wind warnings return and fire crews stand guard, scientists say almost...
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Map of inspected, damaged or destroyed homes now available for Palisades and Eaton Fires
The Damage Inspections Dashboard that includes a detailed map of inspected homes is now available for properties within the Palisades...
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Man shot to death after overnight argument
A man was killed in the middle of a Downtown Santa Monica street this morning after an argument escalated into...
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Price gouging pushes rents to record highs
As Los Angeles residents flee devastating fires, some landlords are dramatically hiking rent prices, prompting investigations and stern warnings from...
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Over 40 arrests made in Santa Monica as crime rears its ugly head in wildfire crisis
As Los Angeles prepared for another dangerous wind event, law enforcement officials issued strong warnings this week that criminal behavior...
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Evacuation Order Lifted for Santa Monica
Santa Monicans forced out of their homes by the Palisades Fire were able to return on Monday after the last...
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