Did the rains ease Southern California’s fire threat? What we know

Three Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies were killed in an explosion at the Biscailuz Training Center, marking the largest loss of life for the department since 1857. The cause is under investigation, with authorities exploring a possible link to a device believed to be inert that was brought back from a prior bomb squad callout. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Three Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies tragically lost their lives in an explosion...

When Jack Posobiec and other MAGA supporters sought new information from the DOJ regarding Jeffrey Epstein, they were disappointed by the lack of revelations, leading to continued conspiracy theories about Epstein's connections and death. Despite official statements confirming Epstein's suicide and dismissing claims of a client list, a segment of Trump's base remains fixated on uncovering alleged truths tied to powerful figures. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Many people, including some supporters of...

Three deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Joshua Kelley-Eklund, Victor Lemus, and William Osborn, were killed in a training facility explosion on Friday, marking a tragic loss for the agency. The incident is under investigation, with authorities obtaining a search warrant linked to prior explosive activity, and a memorial service for the fallen deputies will be announced soon. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Three brave deputies from the Los Angeles County...

Labor Shortage in LA ConstructionIn Los Angeles, construction sites are experiencing significant labor shortages, with general contractor Jason Pietruszka reporting only three to four workers present instead of the usual eight to ten. This issue is exacerbated by fears of immigration raids, impacting the rebuilding of over 12,000 homes lost to recent fires, while the competition for fewer available crews drives up labor costs for consumers. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A construction...

Przemyslaw Jeziorski, a UC Berkeley marketing professor, was shot dead in Greece on July 4, shortly after filing a restraining order against his ex-wife, alleging blackmail and threats to his life. Five suspects, including his ex-wife and her boyfriend, have been arrested in connection with the murder, while Jeziorski had expressed concerns about his safety before his death. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Przemyslaw Jeziorski, a marketing professor from UC Berkeley, was tragically...

A 17-year-old named Deven Young has been charged with murder in the strangulation and blunt force trauma death of 48-year-old Sunshine Stewart, found at Crawford Pond in Maine on July 3. Young, currently held at a juvenile facility, denied the charges in court and is facing a request to be tried as an adult, with a hearing scheduled for August 22. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A 17-year-old boy named Deven Young has...