For years, Don Schmitz has championed installing water tanks along the Santa Monica Mountains to stop wildfires For years, ...

Hundreds of LA homeowners have sought city or county approval for new home designs and other permits to eventually rebuild.

The federal government decided not to test the soil of L.A.'s burn areas for hazardous substances. A Times investigation found high levels of lead and other heavy metals.

The Times tested for lead, mercury and other heavy metals in Altadena and Pacific Palisades. From respiratory problems to ...