Since 1993, seven of the 10 worst fire years in California, ranked by total acres burned, have occurred after drier-than-normal winters. By contrast, eight of the state’s 10 mildest fire years occurred after wetter-than-normal winters, according to an analysis by the Bay Area News Group and Golden Gate Weather Services, a Half Moon Bay company.

Amid ongoing riots in Los Angeles, the LAPD's top union boss says his officers are cracking down on violent rioters, looters and vandals.

It was earlier this year that California Gov. Gavin Newsom was making nice with President Donald Trump as he sought help for his wildfire-battered state and moderating his approach ahead of a potential bid for the White House.

According to the California Highway Patrol, 39-year-old Adam Palermo reportedly threw rocks at officers and vehicles and set a patrol car on fire.

Power lines that are not being placed underground are being hardened with coated wire, called covered conductor, which further reduces the risk of wildfire ignitions when trees and debris contact the line. Across SCE’s service area, more than 6,500 miles of power lines have already been upgraded with this coated wire.

California launches probe into State Farm over delays and denials in wildfire insurance claims after deadly Los Angeles fires caused billions in damage.

President Donald Trump has deployed 4,000 National Guardsmen and 700 Marines to LA. But California Gov. Gavin Newsom and California Attorney General Rob Bonta are suing the Trump administration, saying they unlawfully "trampled over" California’s sovereignty when they federalized the California National Guard.

As the Pentagon crafts rules of engagement for Marines deployed to an American city, it's clear that the president is playing with fire.