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Jan 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fire in Castaic: Schools and Communities Evacuated

A wildfire, named the Hughes Fire, started near Castaic Lake on Wednesday. It quickly spread, burning over 5, 000 acres and forcing the closure of numerous roads. Castaic High School, along with several other local schools, were evacuated. Students were either picked up by their parents or moved to

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Jan 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fire Erupts Near Castaic, Forces Evacuations and Highway Closures

A large fire, dubbed the Hughes fire, broke out north of Castaic on Wednesday. It quickly spread to over 9, 400 acres, prompting thousands of residents to flee their homes. The fire started near Lake Hughes Road and grew rapidly due to strong Santa Ana winds. By the afternoon, more than 31, 000 peop

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Jan 23 2025LIFESTYLE

Treasure Hunt After Fire: A Couple's Search for a WWII Sword

In Altadena, a week after the Eaton Fire, a celebrity duo, Jonathan Sims and Kyle Shire, set out on a mission. They weren't looking for fame or fortune, but something much more personal – a family heirloom, a katana sword, that had been passed down to Jonathan's grandfather during World War II. The

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Jan 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Get Ready for the 2025 Grammys: Changes and Wildfire Relief

The 67th Grammys are coming up on February 2, still happening at the Crypto. com Arena in Los Angeles. The big news is that the Recording Academy is switching focus to support wildfire relief efforts. So, if you're planning a viewing party, here's what you need to know. The live show starts at 8 p.

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

When Guns Take Kids: Different Needs, Different Answers

You may know that hospitals have programs to stop gun violence among adults. But do these work for kids? Let's think about it. A study looked into the idea that when it comes to gun deaths, kids and adults face different problems and need different solutions. This study asked a big question: can hos

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Jan 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Rebuilding After Fires: How California Can Do It Better This Time

California is no stranger to wildfires, and now, after recent blazes, the state is looking at rebuilding. But should they just go back to the way things were? Experts say no way! They suggest rethinking how and where we build. Instead of cramming houses together on fire-prone hillsides, spread them

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

A Year and a Half of War: Life in Gaza Today

Imagine living in a place where war has been ongoing for over a year. That's the reality for the people of Gaza. The fighting between Israel and Hamas has caused immense damage, with buildings like schools, hospitals, and homes reduced to rubble. The UN reports that about 90% of Gaza's population, o

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Jan 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Wildfires Strike Again: LA Faces New Blazes Amid Santa Ana Winds

Santa Ana winds are wreaking havoc in Southern California, fanning new wildfires and threatening the progress made in containing previous ones. These powerful winds, with gusts reaching over 100 mph, have sparked fresh concerns about more fires breaking out. Although the 80-acre Lilac Fire is now 10

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Jan 22 2025CRIME

Fire Tragedy in Turkey Ski Resort Leaves Many Dead

A tragic fire has struck a popular ski resort in northwestern Turkey, taking the lives of 66 people and injuring 51 others. The blaze broke out early in the morning at a 12-story hotel in the Kartalkaya resort, Bolu province, trapping guests and forcing some to jump out of windows to escape. The hot

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Jan 22 2025WEATHER

Southern California’s Dry Spell Set to End with Anticipated Rain

Southern California, which has been plagued by a severe dry spell, is finally expecting some rain. After months of dry weather that fuelled devastating fires, there is hope that the upcoming rainfall might help tame the wildfire risks. Although forecast rainfall is minimal, totalling less than a thi

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