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Trump doesn’t understand California’s complex water network. But that’s not the point
Does Donald Trump truly believe the nonsense he spouts about California water — the mythical “valve” connecting the state to...
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If California split from the US and became a nation, it would be comparable to Canada
With Donald Trump back in the White House, he’s resuming his long-running feud with California and its political figures, most...
Read moreAs the fire risk fades, Los Angeles is busy piecing lives back together after widespread tragedy
At the Pasadena City College disaster resource center, the long, methodical work of putting lives back together is underway. Residents...
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After the fire: Rain on wildfire burn scars can trigger deadly debris flows – a geologist explains how
While firefighters work to extinguish the Los Angeles-area wildfires, city officials and emergency managers are also worried about what could...
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HOA Homefront: Tips before starting major reconstruction or repairs
Homeowners and HOAs periodically face major construction contracts for renovation or repairs, particularly following a disaster. Here are some tips...
Read moreWith the Trump-Newsom political feud back, the LA fires add a tricky new wrinkle
As Donald Trump this week assumed the presidency for the second time, he rekindled his personal and political feud with...
Read moreAround Town: Locals Night for Fire Relief, Return of DineLA, & More
SMDP's Weekly Guide to Food & Entertainment Goings-On In & Around Town includes Locals Night for Fire Relief, Return of...
Read moreGo out, feel the music
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Read moreWhy is Karen Bass getting so much blame for the LA fires but county supervisors so little?
As the Palisades fire began, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone appeared before the Board of Supervisors for a...
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Fear and gratitude
I wasn’t planning to write a column about the fires. What is there to say? All of us in Santa...
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