Malibu, CA|News|
Bryson Fire: See Malibu Fire Perimeter Map, Evacuation Orders
The Bryson Fire broke out in the mountains north of Malibu shortly before 5 p.m. Thursday.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
- Los Angeles, CA
Chris is a Patch editor covering Los Angeles County, with a focus on the city of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Northridge and Chatsworth.
After starting his journalism career in his home state of Massachusetts, he went west and fell in love with the sunshine, mountains and amazing people of the Golden State. He’s covered city government in San Diego and Pasadena and more recently reported on Hollywood and independent film.
Reach out with news tips, food recommendations and dog pics: chris.lindahl@patch.com.
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Malibu, CA|News|
Bryson Fire In Malibu Explodes To 100 Acres, Prompts Evacuation Orders
A wind-driven fire broke out near Camp Kilpatrick Thursday afternoon.
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Los Angeles|News|
Wildfires Scorch Hundreds Of Acres | Local Boy Missing For 2 Days | Burglars Kill Family Dog: Patch PM
Jackie's The Eagle's Cause Of Death Revealed | Feds Seek Probe Into Toxic Waste Of SoCal Coast | Trump Admin. Sues To Block Ballot Count
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Los Angeles|News|
Boy, 10, Still Missing 2 Days After LA Disappearance: AMBER Alert
Ian Moreno, 10, was last seen Tuesday in Los Angeles. Police are asking for the public's help finding him.
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Los Angeles|News|
Azusa Fire: See Peak Fire Perimeter Map, Evacuation Orders
The fire, dubbed the Peak Fire, broke out in the San Gabriel Valley at around 1:15 p.m. Thursday.
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Los Angeles|News|
Peak Fire Grows To 43 Acres, Forces Evacuations In San Gabriel Valley
The Peak Fire threatened homes in the San Gabriel Valley after breaking out Thursday afternoon.
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Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|News|
Burglars Stomp French Bulldog To Death During Valley Break-In: Report
The burglars brutally killed the dog after breaking into the home, according to police.
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Los Angeles|News|
Santa Ana Winds Threaten LA: What’s Closed, Where You Can’t Park And Who Could Lose Power
Elevated wildfire conditions are likely through Saturday as LA braces for 70 mph winds and possible power shutoffs.
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Hollywood, CA|News|
160 Firefighters Battle Massive East Hollywood Blaze, 90 Residents Displaced
The fire spread through multiple floors of a three-story apartment building, leaving several units uninhabitable.
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Malibu, CA|News|
Santa Monica Mountains Parks Face Possible Closures As Red Flag Warning Takes Effect
Officials are preparing for dangerous fire weather Thursday and Friday under a new coordinated park closure policy.
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Los Angeles|News|
True-Crime TV Producer Added To FBI's Most-Wanted Fraudsters List In $30M Heiress Scam: FBI
The woman is accused of posing as an heiress in order to bilk banks in Los Angeles and Orange counties out of millions of dollars.
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Orange County, CA|News|
True-Crime Producer Accused Of $30M Heiress Scam Targeting OC Banks
The woman is accused of posing as an heiress in order to bilk banks in Los Angeles and Orange counties out of millions of dollars.
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Hollywood, CA|News|
Sinkhole Swallows Spectrum Van Amid Water Main Break In Los Feliz
A Spectrum van became trapped in a sinkhole Wednesday afternoon as water flooded an intersection, prompting road closures.
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Los Angeles|News|
Government To Increase Payments To 6.8M Californians: See How Much And When
A boost in benefits is coming for Social Security recipients. But experts say it's not enough to keep up with the cost of living.
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Los Angeles|News|
60 Freeway Closures To Impact Daytime Commutes This Week
Caltrans will close multiple lanes and on-ramps along the 60 Freeway this week.
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Calabasas, CA|News|
Calabasas, Agoura Hills Face Power Shutoff Risk As Santa Ana Winds Intensify
Widespread power outages are possible across LA County as the region braces for elevated wildfire conditions.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Malibu, CA|News|
Malibu Faces Imminent Power Shutoffs As 90,000 LA County Customers At Risk
Widespread power outages are possible across LA County as the region braces for elevated wildfire conditions.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles|News|
Firefighters Halt Brush Fire At West LA Veterans Affairs Campus
The fire burned about 1.5 acres of dense brush before firefighters stopped its spread, according to the LAFD.
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Los Angeles|News|
Burbank Airport’s New Terminal Opens: 5 Things Travelers Should Know
Burbank Airport has long been beloved for keeping things simple. Its new terminal changes a lot, so here’s what travelers should know.
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Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Paramount, Caruso To Reopen Bay Theater In Pacific Palisades
The Bay Theater has been closed since the January 2025 Palisades Fire. Plans call for reopening later this year.
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