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WildfiresThe fires in LA are a reminder that everyone is already a little bit Angeleno.
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WildfiresFrom what you owe (or don’t owe) to applying for federal disaster relief, check out these resources for renters displaced by the Los Angeles wildfires.
LA homes near wilderness are built differently for wildfires. Should the suburbs follow?
WildfiresThe Palisades Fire torched homes in suburban neighborhoods. But they weren’t built with wildfires in mind, unlike those areas near vegetation.
Cheat sheet: These are the steps fire victims need to take to make an insurance claim
WildfiresEvacuation-related expenses might be covered by home insurance. Get a copy of your full policy and keep all related records and receipts.
Thinking of taking one of the new GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
Health & WellnessUnfortunately, I can offer no strong advice. The drugs seem to be effective, but, like with any new drug, we just don’t have all the answers.
Carnivorous mystery: Squirrels are eating rodents at CA park
AnimalsSquirrels are omnivores, eating both meat and plants, but for the first time, they’ve been seen hunting and eating voles at Briones Regional Park.
Altadena’s historic Black community is determined to rebuild
WildfiresThe Eaton Fire has devastated communities throughout Altadena, including many Black homeowners who have been there for generations.
Wind storm sparks multiple fires in LA
WildfiresA life-threatening and destructive windstorm sparked at least two fires in SoCal on Tuesday, prompting evacuations and some power shut-offs.