Much-needed rain has begun to fall over Southern California, bringing relief to the drought-stricken region but also the threat of toxic runoff.

Snow shut down a key interstate north of Los Angeles for hours on Monday while weekend downpours doused wildfires across Southern California in the first significant storm of

Pacific Coast Highway in the city of Santa Monica has been reopened for residents and businesses. The Santa Monica Police Department has also lifted all city street closures. They ask residents to remain vigilant in areas that were previously under evacuation warnings.

The department has released the mugshots of four people suspected of looting during the Palasides fires in Los Angeles. Santa Monica Police ... "Will progressives in California will now better ...

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Multiple wildfires have been burning in the Los Angeles area since the first one erupted on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Here's everything to know about visiting amid the natural disaster, and how to help residents who have been impacted.

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

Less than an inch of rain fell in most areas, but it was enough to loosen Los Angeles hillsides burned bare by the recent blaze near the Pacific Palisades.

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles is playing a leading role in helping victims to recover from the disaster. And there are many souls in need.

The Trump administration apparently opted not to coordinate at all with Gov. Newsom while planning the president's visit to fire-ravaged Los Angeles today. Just how awkward will this be?

Los Angeles County DA Hochman Announces Additional Charges in Wildfire-Related Crimes, Bringing Total to 25 Individuals Charged

The 10-year-old Santa Monica restaurant blending Singaporean, Vietnamese and California cuisines cites rising costs and other economic setbacks in its decision to close.