California homes face landscaping changes under 'Zone 0' fire rules

California may adopt "Zone 0" rules that could impact property owners statewide. The changes would be phased in over five ...

California Lawmakers' Last-Minute Deal on Compensation for Wildfire Victims Falls Apart

The question of who should cover the cost of utility-sparked fires has persisted throughout Newsom’s tenure, which began ...

Car crash sparks California wildfire as urgent evacuation orders issued

A wildfire sparked by a fiery highway crash has exploded to roughly 250 acres in Mariposa County, prompting mandatory ...

Where are wildfires burning right now in California? Map shows major blazes

California's third-largest wildfire of 2026 has scorched more than 27,000 acres so far.
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California's wildfire funding fee on utility bills leaves some residents unaware of the charge

California's wildfire fee on PG&E bills scales with energy use, but many residents didn't know they were paying it.

California Legislature to vote on wildfire reforms after blocking key parts of Newsom’s plan

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California lawmakers are expected to vote Tuesday on a bill aimed at supporting wildfire survivors ...

Plaskett Fire in Big Sur has become California's second largest wildfire of 2026

This article originally published at Plaskett Fire in Big Sur has become California's second largest wildfire of 2026.
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Wildfire Risks in California and Oregon Worsened by Strong Winds

Northern California and southern Oregon are under red flag fire warnings, as the threat posed by tinderbox conditions is ...