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US: California Governor, Attorney file lawsuit to end Trump's tariffs
California, April 17: California Governor Gavin Newsom and California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging United States President Donald Trump's authority to impose sweeping tariffs.
California sues Trump administration over 'unlawful tariffs'
Los Angeles, April 17: California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that the western US state which has the largest economy in the nation is suing the Trump administration over the President's sweeping "unlawful tariffs" on international trading partners.
Profiteering landlords gouge LA fire survivors
Los Angeles, Jan 24: Recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area destroyed over 10,000 structures, many of them homes. Tens of thousands have been displaced, and the search for housing is becoming increasingly brutal.
Next few days critical as weather emerges key factor in containing LA wildfires
Los Angeles, Jan 16: It has been over a week since the massive wildfires broke out in Los Angeles, fueled by hurricane-strength Santa Ana winds, causing some of the most catastrophic fire scenes California has ever witnessed.
California winds intensify, raising wildfire risks in Los Angeles
California, January 15: Winds are forecast to strengthen across Southern California on Wednesday, exacerbating the already perilous wildfire conditions in Los Angeles. The National Weather Service warned that the gusts, which are expected to peak between 3 am and 3 pm local time, could worsen ongoing fires that have claimed at least 25 lives and left 24 others missing, Voice of America (VOA) reported.
Firefighters continue battling LA wildfires amid dangerous weather warning
Los Angeles, Jan 15: Firefighters continued to work overnight to contain wildfires in greater Los Angeles, with "particularly dangerous" winds warning in effect through Wednesday.
Los Angeles wildfires: 25 dead, 92,000 people under evacuation
Los Angeles, Jan 14: About 92,000 people remain under mandatory evacuation orders and 25 dead due to the Los Angeles wildfires in the western US, and another 89,000 are under evacuation warnings, Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna told reporters.
Los Angeles Mayor under fire for response to fatal wildfires
Los Angeles, Jan 13: As thousands of firefighters are battling the raging wildfires in Los Angeles County, politically-motivated finger-pointing has set in. More than 110,000 signatures have been gathered demanding the resignation of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
Increasing winds pose new risks for wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles
Los Angeles, Jan 13: As firefighters continue to battle devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area, winds are expected to intensify in the coming days, potentially further complicating rescue efforts.
How Los Angeles fires magnify deepening insurance crisis in California?
Los Angeles, Jan 13: The devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have wiped out tens of thousands of homes and businesses, which could inflict a 150 billion US dollars wound as reported by local media Accuweather. The rising risk of wildfires and related costs are adding to a crisis in California's insurance market.
Kim Kardashian demands pay raise for firefighters amid ongoing wildfires in California
Los Angeles, January 13: Amid the ongoing wildfires in California, reality TV star Kim Kardashian expressed her gratitude to firefighters who have risked their lives to save people from the deadly disaster. She even demanded a pay raise for them.
Kim Kardashian has called for incarcerated firefighters to be paid more
Los Angeles, Jan 13: Reality TV star Kim Kardashian has called for incarcerated firefighters to be paid more as those helping fight the Los Angeles wildfires receive just $1 an hour.
US President-elect Trump slams officials handling LA wildfires, calls them incompetent
Washington DC, January 13: US President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday slammed the officials responsible for handling raging wildfires in Los Angeles, calling them "incompetent."
Snoop Dogg gives out free clothes at his store to victims of LA wildfires
Los Angeles, Jan 12: Amidst the devastating wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles, rapper Snoop Dogg has stepped forward to support those affected.
California wildfires claim 16 lives; Donald Trump calls it One of the worst catastrophes in US history
California, January 12: US President-elect Donald Trump expressed anger as the southern Californian fires continued to rage on. Calling it "one of the worst catastrophes" in the history of the US, he lashed out over the inability of authorities to put out the fires.
Britney Spears shares update after evacuating due to Los Angeles wildfires
Washington, January 11: Pop star Britney Spears has shared an update with her fans and friends after evacuating her home due to the deadly wildfires that have been ravaging parts of Los Angeles this week.
US: California Governor Newsom invites Trump to survey wildfire damage
California, January 11: After US President-elect Donald Trump blamed him for the Los Angeles wildfires, California Governor Gavin Newsom invited the incoming president to visit the destruction site and meet the victims of the fire. The devastating wildfires in California have claimed 11 lives so far.
Death toll rises to 11 in California wildfires
California, January 11: At least 11 people have lost their lives in the wildfire crisis in Southern California, officials reported, according to a report by NBC News.
Federal government to cover six months of wildfire costs, announces Biden
Washington DC, January 10: Following the devastating wildfires in California, US President Joe Biden announced that the federal government will cover the costs of measures to protect lives and property in Southern California for six months.
Production on 'Grey's Anatomy,' 'Hacks' halted due to LA fires
Los Angeles, January 9: The wildfires raging across Los Angeles County have forced makers to stop filming for the time being.
We're prepared to do anything: Joe Biden on California wildfires
Washington DC, January 9: In response to the wildfires in Southern California, US President Joe Biden pledged federal support for relief and recovery efforts.
US: Five killed in California wildfires
California, Jan 9: Multiple major wildfires raging across Los Angeles County, the most populous US county, has killed at least five people and damaged at least 1,100 buildings, authorities said.
US President-elect Trump blames California Governor Newsom for wildfires
Washington, DC, January 9: US President-elect Donald Trump has blamed California Governor Gavin Newsom for the wildfires ravaging through the Los Angeles area, saying that Newsom refused to sign the water restoration declaration that would have pumped more water to flow into California.
US: At least two people killed, over 1000 structures destroyed in California wildfires
California, January 9: At least two people have been killed and many others were injured as several fires erupted in Southern California amid dry and windy conditions, ABC News reported.
Priyanka Chopra reacts to Palisades Fire in LA
Mumbai, Jan 8: Bollywood diva Priyanka Chopra recently shared her reaction to the Palisades Fire in LA that has scorched thousands of acres of land, forcing a huge number of people to evacuate the vicinity