Max Walker - Journalist at Newswize

09 Jan

New fire explodes ‘out of nowhere’ in the Hollywood Hills

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A new wildfire erupted in the Hollywood Hills near the iconic “Hollywood” sign late Wednesday evening, prompting mandatory evacuations for Runyon Canyon and surrounding neighborhoods. Aerial footage captured the blaze, now named the “Sunset Fire,” rapidly spreading through the hills, engulfing thick brush and threatening dozens of homes. Local reports…

08 Jan

LA sheriff CALLS OUT looters exploiting California wildfires, at least 2 arrested

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Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna has issued a firm warning to looters exploiting the chaos caused by the unprecedented wildfires sweeping across California. During a Wednesday press briefing, Luna condemned the actions of those taking advantage of abandoned homes and properties, promising swift arrests and prosecutions. “It’s always sad…

08 Jan

LA Mayor Karen Bass slashed fire department funding by $17.6 million, months before wildfires

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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is under fire after revelations surfaced that she slashed $17.6 million from the city’s fire department budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. This significant reduction, originally proposed as a $23 million cut, is the second-largest budget decrease for the city, according to a report by…

08 Jan

U.S. announces another $500 million military aid to Ukraine

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On Wednesday, President Joe Biden announced an additional $500 million in military aid for Ukraine as devastating wildfires ravage Los Angeles, leaving thousands displaced and homes destroyed. The Associated Press reports that the Biden administration is rushing to provide Ukraine with $500 million worth of weapons drawn from existing U.S.…

08 Jan

Man arrested after attempting to enter Capitol with machete, knives

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On Wednesday afternoon, U.S. Capitol Police arrested a man attempting to enter the Capitol Visitor Center while carrying a machete and three knives. The incident occurred around 2 p.m. when security personnel spotted a machete inside the man’s bag as it passed through the X-ray machine at the north doors…

08 Jan

Gavin Newsom deploys National Guard to battle Los Angeles wildfires

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California Governor Gavin Newsom has called in to deploy the California National Guard to support efforts to contain multiple blazes, including the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire, and Hurst Fire. Newsom shared a statement on X (formerly Twitter) saying, “Joining pre-positioned personnel and assets, the Governor deployed the California National Guard…

08 Jan

Trump GOES OFF on Newsom over California wildfires in post

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As Southern California battles devastating wildfires, former President Donald Trump slammed Governor Gavin Newsom, blaming his administration for the ongoing crisis. The massive Pacific Palisades wildfire, which has consumed over 3,000 acres, continues to rage out of control, leaving destruction in its wake. Entire neighborhoods have been destroyed, livelihoods obliterated,…

08 Jan

Video captures horses being rescued from Palisades fires

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The wildfires raging across California have caused widespread destruction, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate as flames engulf homes and consume vast stretches of land. In Pacific Palisades, one of the hardest-hit areas, the inferno has grown to over 2,900 acres, with no signs of slowing. Thousands of people have…

08 Jan

Palisades fire in Los Angeles aftermath—Governor Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency

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UPDATE: A video posted by @JonVigliotti shows the aftermath of the raging fire, most everything is gone. Homes, apartments, businesses all burned to ashes. AFTERMATH: This is what’s left of the Pacific Palisades. The mall survived. Most everything else is gone. Homes, apartment complexes, businesses.Follow: @resistupdates pic.twitter.com/mJdpC6cgOn— Resist Times (@resistupdates)…

08 Jan

Palisades fire in Los Angeles—triggers widespread evacuations, with winds exceeding 85 MPH

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On Tuesday, a massive wildfire erupted in Pacific Palisades, California, triggering widespread evacuations as flames tore through neighborhoods and engulfed homes. The fire, fueled by intense Santa Ana winds, has spread rapidly, leaving thousands of residents scrambling for safety. Several large fires are currently raging across Los Angeles County, including…