In December, Hankey filed similar plans to build an eight-story, 129-unit building at 2901 West Santa Monica Boulevard. The initial development, filed under the builder’s remedy, had called for a 12-story highrise with 190 apartments.

On Wednesday at 6:04 a.m. an air quality alert was issued valid until 7 p.m. The alert is for Eastern San Fernando Valley, Eastern San Gabriel Mountains, Eastern Santa Monica Mountains Recreational area,

Some looters in Los Angeles are using wildfire evacuation maps to find empty homes and burglarize them, police said. Police officers have been on high alert looking for looters ever

Many businesses in Santa Monica are doing what they can to help wildfire victims, turning their shops into mini donation centers.

Officials are bracing for the return of fierce Santa Ana winds as they try to contain large blazes in the Los Angeles area. Here's the latest.

A five-bedroom home in Santa Monica, previously listed at $12,500 per month a year ago, was recently relisted at $28,000 per month — a 124% increase

Gusts on Tuesday were weaker than expected, but more strong winds in the forecast could stoke blazes. More than a week into the fires, officials are trying to prevent speculation and evictions in ravaged neighborhoods.

The Eaton Fire 28 miles inland has destroyed more than 1,400 structures, including residential homes, businesses and schools. An additional 212 buildings have been damaged in the fire in Altadena, near Pasadena, according to Cal Fire. The fire was 35% contained as of Tuesday. At least 16 deaths have been reported.

Stars, including Paris Hilton, Billy Crystal, and Milo Ventimiglia were mourning the loss of their homes and possessions in LA's devastating fires.

Thursday, January 9th Type of Incident: Traffic Stop – Evacuation Area Location: 10th Street / Carlyle Suspect(s): Dorantes, Miguel Angel (May-07-2002), Pacheco Magana, Dominic (Sep-30-2006) At 4:39 PM,