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01/24/2025

The R&S Kayne Foundation and KCRW are organizing a public information session on Monday, January 27th at 7PM PST to provide vital information regarding the cleanup process for people living in or near areas affected by the LA fires and open to all. The idea is to provide high-quality information and discussion of practical considerations as cleanup efforts get underway. Topics include the process and timeline, seeking realistic expectations based on experiences of communities such as Lahaina on Maui, Paradise CA and others that have faced large-scale wildfire cleanup, health and environmental concerns/mitigation, understanding the choices that local officials will have to make, and how the public can seek transparency/accountability as the process plays out.

Register to get the link at events.kcrw.com/events/wildfire-cleanup-information-panel/

01/23/2025

In the wake of the LA wildfires, the 97th Oscars will air on March 2nd from The Dolby Theater 🏆

We’ll keep you up to date on specific Academy plans to support wildfire relief as we learn more. In the meantime, here’s a glimpse into some of this year’s contenders, as told to KCRW

Check out the full interview at kcrw.com/FYC 🔗

01/22/2025

One artist’s offer to create free portraits of homes destroyed in the Palisades and Eaton Fires generated hundreds of requests.

Original reporting by Megan Jamerson

01/22/2025

The Hughes Fire, blown by powerful Santa Ana winds, presents a new threat to the Castaic Lake region.

📸: Jacob van Lingen, Darius Sabbaghzadeh, Hallie McRae

01/17/2025

Have you been displaced by the wildfires? Will you be searching for temporary or long-term housing in Southern California? This is part of KCRW’s wildfire resource guides, including emergency preparedness guides and donation and volunteer opportunities, available at kcrw.com/firehelp. If you have additional tips or resources to share, please send them to [email protected]

Original reporting by Dani Chiriguayo

01/16/2025

With a heavy heart we announce the passing of acclaimed filmmaker, artist, and dear friend of KCRW, David Lynch, who has died at the age of 78. Best known for radicalizing American film with a dark, surrealistic artistic vision in films like “Blue Velvet” and “Mulholland Drive” and network television with “Twin Peaks.”

We will bring you more of his music and work in the coming days, as we process this great loss.

🖼️: Evan Solano

01/16/2025

As wildfires continue to impact our communities, your trusted public media organizations are working together to provide you with daily updates. Starting now, you can count on receiving free, reliable, and essential local news and information to support you during this critical time.

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Sign up for the KCRW Wildfire Crisis Newsletter Emergency updates, disaster relief, ways to connect, and how to help — the California Newsroom is here to deliver free, reliable, and essential local news and updates.

01/15/2025

When the Eaton Fire spread across Altadena and Pasadena last week, Aveson burned to a complete loss. What was once a sprawling campus of three playgrounds, a gaga ball pit, and garden is now mostly ash. Those looking to support Aveson’s rebuild can donate to their GoFundMe.

Original reporting by Robin Estrin

01/14/2025

Join us Wednesday, Jan 15 at 7 PM for a panel and Q&A session about health considerations for families and individuals near the fires. RSVP ➔ kcrw.com/firepanel

This free virtual event will provide evidence-based information and guidance regarding health concerns, including what you should or shouldn’t be worried about, exposure to environmental toxins from ash and clean-up efforts, and best practices to ensure children can safely return to their neighborhoods or, if needed, relocate. Have specific questions? Our panelists will answer concerns live during the session.

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01/13/2025

The Eaton Fire has devastated communities throughout Altadena, including many Black homeowners who have been there for generations.

Link in bio for the full story 🔗

📸: Rochele Jones, Laura Kondourajian

01/11/2025

KCRW’s here to help. Have a resource to contribute? Questions about finding or receiving aid not included here? Email [email protected]

01/10/2025

KQED Reporter Saul Gonzalez visited areas of the Pacific Palisades not actively burning. He spoke to local residents.
📸: Saul Gonzalez

01/09/2025

The Kenneth Fire has prompted ongoing evacuations in the neighborhood.

📸 Abigail Rothstein, Craig Malcor

01/09/2025

Robert Nava, from Calabasas, evacuated 100 horses as soon as he saw wind pick up. His last horse was moved to safety at 1:30 a.m. Wednesday. He didn’t get much sleep, since he checked on the horses at 6:00 a.m.

Nava also asked his Facebook community for help. “We say we need trailers, and people are like, ‘Where? We’re sending.’ So we just get a lot of volunteers,” he says.

Full story at link in bio 🔗

📸: Robin Estrin

01/09/2025

Fires continue burning in Los Angeles as aid groups coalesce to support residents. Here’s what you need to know.

📸: Jason Kramer, Tohar Zamir, Terry Salazar, Jake Giles Netter

01/09/2025

Spot fires continue to erupt in Los Angeles. Impacted residents are urged to evacuate immediately.

📸: Megan Jameson, Seth Cohen
🗺️: Tohar Zamir

01/08/2025

Fires continue scorching both sides of the LA Basin, leading to far-reaching repercussions. With losses of life and massive damage, here’s what we know so far.

Link in bio for the full story 🔗

📸:Jeremy Lindenfield, Christine Hermosisima, Rocio Contreras, Halle Davis

01/07/2025

The Palisades Fire continues to grow as evacuation warnings and orders have been issued. Sign up for emergency alerts at Ready.LACounty.gov/Emergency-Notifications

Link in bio for the full story 🔗

📸: Adria Kloke