Congressman Kevin Kiley has introduced a bill to Congress that would strip the California Coastal Commission of much of its powers, citing its recent blocking of a Los Angeles Department of Water and Power request to upgrade wooden power poles to protect a now-burned plant.

The good news for the milkvetch plant is that they usually need wildfire to sprout — meaning dormant seeds now have a massive new habitat for a new crop of the rare shrub.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom demanded an independent investigation into the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) after firefighters faced a nightmare situation: fire hydrants that had run out of water.

The internet has exploded with fake images of the Hollywood sign burning, conspiracy theories about satanic rituals, and misinformation about government property seizures.

As wildfires continue to spread in southern California, misinformation about the response to the fires have cropped up online. Here are 5 claims debunked.

A group of residents impacted by the Palisades Fire is suing the LADWP, alleging the city and its agency was unprepared.

"LADWP crews will begin to restore power to ... During a press conference Saturday, California Attorney General Rob Bonta said his office has received reports of hotels, rental properties, and ...

Learn the critical steps to take before evacuating during a wildfire, including protecting your home, documenting belongings for insurance, and following LADWP recommendations.

California's wildfire safety and conservation efforts clashed when a project to replace old power poles and widen fire-access lanes in Topanga State P

California Gov. Gavin Newsom demanded an independent investigation into the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) after firefighters faced a nightmare situation: fire hydrants that had ...

As wildfires continue to ravage California, social media is flooded with misinformation about their origins and impacts. DW investigates the most viral claims.

The lawsuit comes as utilities and elected officials face mounting criticism for their handling of the deadly fires California Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced an investigation into LADWP's water ...