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Pete Hegseth grilled on misconduct allegations, views on women at Senate confirmation hearing
Pete Hegseth grilled on misconduct allegations, views on women at Senate confirmation hearing
President-elect Trump’s pick for the Department of Defense, Pete Hegseth’s hearing began Tuesday, Jan. 14. Hegseth says he will be a “change agent” for the Pentagon. Hegseth has been questioned over his fitness for the role, accusations of excessive drinking and sexual misconduct, his opposition to diversity initiatives in the military and his stances on women in the military. Hegseth was also questioned about his focus on lethality and commitment to the “war fighters” and his support of Israel in its war against Hamas militants.
Authorities investigate possible arson in ongoing fires
Authorities investigate possible arson in ongoing fires
As wildfires rage in Los Angeles, questions arise about preparedness, response efforts, and the fires’ origins, with local authorities not ruling out arson.
Death toll from Los Angeles-area wildfires rises to 24
Death toll from Los Angeles-area wildfires rises to 24
Fires tearing through the Los Angeles area have killed at least 24 people, displaced thousands of others and destroyed more than 12,000 structures. The blazes started last Tuesday, fueled by fierce Santa Ana winds that forecasters expect to kick back up through at least midweek. Cal Fire reported that the Palisades, Eaton, Kenneth and Hurst fires have consumed about 62 square miles. The Palisades Fire, along the coast, has been blamed for eight deaths, while the Eaton Fire further inland has been blamed for 16 others, the LA County medical examiner’s office said. At least 23 people are missing, and authorities said that number is expected to rise. Investigators are still trying to determine what sparked the fires. They could be the nation’s costliest ever. Government agencies haven’t provided preliminary damage estimates yet, but AccuWeather, a company that provides data on weather and its impact, puts the damage and economic losses at $250 billion to $275 billion.
Dr. Phil highlights gang exploitation amid LAPD evacuation warnings
Dr. Phil highlights gang exploitation amid LAPD evacuation warnings
Gang members are allegedly targeting evacuees’ homes for robbery, as the LAPD urges residents to leave. Dr. Phil shares his insights on the troubling situation.
10 confirmed dead as firefighters work to contain blazes in Los Angeles area
10 confirmed dead as firefighters work to contain blazes in Los Angeles area
Firefighters say they’re hoping for a break Friday from the fierce winds that have fueled massive blazes in the Los Angeles area, killing 10 people, obliterating whole neighborhoods and setting the nation’s second-largest city on edge.
Californians flee homes as wildfires continue in Los Angeles
Californians flee homes as wildfires continue in Los Angeles
Devastating wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles, evacuee Brian Claypool shares his experience.
Apocalyptic scene as Los Angeles wildfires kill 5
Apocalyptic scene as Los Angeles wildfires kill 5
At least five people have died, California Gov. Gavin Newsom told CNN, as several wind-driven fires blazing across Los Angeles County remain mostly uncontained. The newest to break out is the Sunset Fire in the Hollywood Hills, where evacuation orders have been issued.
Palisades fire becomes most destructive in Los Angeles history
Palisades fire becomes most destructive in Los Angeles history
By Wednesday, the Pacific Palisades fire had destroyed an estimated 1,000 structures, making it the most destructive fire in Los Angeles history.
Residents flee as wind-fueled wildfires destroy homes in Los Angeles County
Residents flee as wind-fueled wildfires destroy homes in Los Angeles County
LA City Police Chief Jim McDonnell said emergency crews are facing “unprecedented conditions” as they struggle to contain four life-threatening fires in LA County.
Honoring President Jimmy Carter at the U.S. Capitol
Honoring President Jimmy Carter at the U.S. Capitol
Former President Jimmy Carter will lie in state starting Tuesday ahead of his funeral on Thursday. Family and friends gathered as his body was flown from Georgia to Washington, D.C.