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Russia forms an emergency task force as Kerch Strait oil spill continues to spread

Russia forms an emergency task force as Kerch Strait oil spill continues to spread

An emergency task force arrived in Russia’s southern Krasnodar region on Sunday as an oil spill in the Kerch Strait from two storm-stricken tankers continues to spread a month after it was first detected, officials said.
Los Angeles wildfires death toll rises as crews fight heavy winds to save homes and landmarks

Los Angeles wildfires death toll rises as crews fight heavy winds to save homes and landmarks

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The death toll from the wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area rose to 16 as crews battled to cut off the spreading blazes before potentially strong winds return that could push the flames toward some of the city’s most famous lan
Fires burn Los Angeles schools and destroy outdoor education sanctuaries

Fires burn Los Angeles schools and destroy outdoor education sanctuaries

For Irina Contreras, a program manager for Los Angeles County’s Department of Arts and Culture, outdoor education was a refuge for both her and her daughter during the pandemic.
States are preparing to help or thwart Trump's second-term plans

States are preparing to help or thwart Trump's second-term plans

Do you live in a red state, a blue state, or one where Republicans and Democrats share power? Your answer might provide the best indicator of what to expect from your governor and state lawmakers as President-elect Donald Trump takes office and legis
B.C. fire crews sent to fight Los Angeles wildfire: forests minister

B.C. fire crews sent to fight Los Angeles wildfire: forests minister

British Columbia’s forests minister says a crew from the province’s wildfire service left for California Saturday afternoon to help battle the wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area.
Los Angeles County medical examiner's office confirms wildfire death toll rises to 16

Los Angeles County medical examiner's office confirms wildfire death toll rises to 16

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office confirmed the death toll from the wildfires ravaging the area has risen to 16. The total of confirmed fatalities stands at 16 victims, and the cases remain under investigation.
Powerful winter storm that dumped snow in US South maintains its icy grip

Powerful winter storm that dumped snow in US South maintains its icy grip

ATLANTA (AP) — Flight cancellations piled up and officials warned of continuing dangerous roads Saturday in the wake of a winter storm that brought biting cold and wet snow to the U.S. South, leading to school closures and disrupting travel.
North Carolina's new Democratic governor pledges to rebuild after Helene, work with GOP

North Carolina's new Democratic governor pledges to rebuild after Helene, work with GOP

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein kicked off his term in office Saturday by praising the resilience of the state's residents following Hurricane Helene and pledging to “cut through red tape to help people rebuild quicker.
The LA county wildfires could be the costliest in US history, early estimates say

The LA county wildfires could be the costliest in US history, early estimates say

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The wildfires that erupted this week across Los Angeles County are still raging, but already are projected to be among the costliest natural disasters in U.S. history.
Santa Anita postpones weekend racing as track is staging area for fire relief efforts

Santa Anita postpones weekend racing as track is staging area for fire relief efforts

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A flareup of the wildfire on the west side of Los Angeles that prompted new evacuations has caused Santa Anita to cancel horse racing this weekend.
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