Michael Cooper, a native of Pasadena, had a remarkable career with the Lakers, winning five championships. In January 2025, he achieved an honor every athlete dreams of – his jersey number, 21, was retired and displayed in the Lakers’ rafters, joining the likes of Magic Johnson and James Worthy. Whi
In the heart of California, firefighters battle the flames of the Sunset Fire. In the midst of this chaos, Viktor Makarskyy, the head of technology at GOES, finds his work hitting closer to home than ever. Makarskyy's invention, the GOES app, is a digital survival tool designed to help people in dis
Imagine this: Los Angeles was in trouble. Wildfires were raging, and the city needed a moment to cheer. The Rams football team stepped in to provide just that. They had to leave home to play their playoff game due to the fires, so they headed to Arizona. The defense was the star of the show, tying a
When wildfires hit Los Angeles in early 2025, many celebrities stepped up to help their community. The fires, which started around 10:30 a. m. on January 7, quickly spread, affecting areas like Pacific Palisades and Malibu. Celebrities who lost their homes, like Paris Hilton, didn't just sit back. H
Former first lady Michelle Obama will not be present at Donald Trump's upcoming inauguration, marking the second time she's missed a gathering of former U. S. leaders and their spouses in recent weeks. While her husband, former President Barack Obama, will attend, along with former Presidents Bill C
California's wildfires are burning fast and furious, especially in hard-to-reach areas like canyons. To slow them down, firefighters are dropping a hot-pink mixture from the sky. What's in it and is it safe? This pink stuff is a special fire suppressant that's mainly water mixed with fertilizer and
Out of concern for the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles, Beyoncé has decided to postpone her highly anticipated announcement initially planned for January 14th. The singer took to Instagram to share the news and express her support for the affected communities. She also announced a $2. 5 million don
Let's talk about the playoffs! The Baltimore Ravens, who are on the road, have become the favorites to win against the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round. When the matchup was first set, the Bills were the home favorites. But as more people bet on the Ravens, the line has changed, making Baltimor
Imagine being trapped more than 2 kilometers underground with no hope in sight. This is the harsh reality for hundreds of miners in South Africa's Buffelsfontein Gold Mine. They've been there for months, many fearing starvation or dehydration. Why? Because the mine was closed years ago, but these mi
Jimmy Kimmel, the host of a popular late-night talk show, shared his feelings about the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. He explained that the fires had been scary and stressful for many people. Some had to leave their homes quickly, and some even lost their homes. Kimmel said that many people in th
