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 ...

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 ...

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.

California Wildfire Bill Fails to Address Utility Financing Risks, BofA Says, Downgrading PG&E, Edison International

Proposed legislation by California lawmakers to address wildfire risk and increase utility accountability fails to address ...

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 ...

California Democrats kill bill to hold wildfire-starting utility companies accountable

California Democrats are punting on a bill to hold utility companies responsible for deadly wildfires across the state.

Firefighters make progress on Timber Fire in Big Sur while Plaskett Fire rages on

Firefighters battling two large wildfires in California's Big Sur region said Thursday that while they are making progress on ...

PG&E CEO calls on California to pass wildfire reform after the shelved effort crushed the stock

PG&E CEO Patti Poppe said she's hopeful California lawmakers can revive wildfire liability reform after a failed proposal sent the utility’s shares tumbling.