Starting Wednesday, temperatures are expected to be in the high 90s and low 100s in inland areas. Officials say now is the time to prepare.

The first set of lawsuits blaming Southern California Edison for the Eaton fire will go to trial in early 2027, setting the stage for a legal showdown over financial liability that could wipe out California’s wildfire fund.

Firefighters are working to contain a grass fire that has burned dozens of acres on the southern end of El Dorado County on Wednesday. Cal Fire's incidents webpage shows the Coyote Fire has burned about 60 acres in the Coyoteville area, about 21 miles southeast of Placerville.

A heat wave is supposed to hit Southern California this week, coupled with gusty winds. LA officials say they're prepared for the increased fire risk. The greatest risk areas are in the San Fernando Valley.

Plaintiff attorneys want judge to fast-track litigation focused on impact of potential toxins on children from the massive wildfire.

LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles Unified School District officials said Tuesday the district will take steps to protect students and staff from soaring temperatures expected during a heat wave set to back much of the region for the rest of the week.