California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection

Timber and Plaskett Fires expand, severing Highway 1

9 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: California firefighters increase containment of Big Sur and Bel Air wildfires

The Timber and Plaskett fires continue to impact the Big Sur region, causing significant disruption to transportation and local residents. As of early September, the combined area burned by the two blazes has exceeded 54

Yolanda Marodi murder case and sentencing

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Yolanda Marodi sentenced to 36 years to life for murdering wife

In August 2026, Yolanda Marodi pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the February 2025 killing of her wife, Rebecca Marodi, a veteran Cal Fire captain. The attack occurred at the couple’s home in Ramona, California,

Wildfire investigations and arson arrests

4 clusters · 45 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Greece reports 44 wildfires in 24 hours amid multiple arrests

Reports indicate various arrests and investigations related to wildfires and arson across different regions. In Albania, a 73-year-old man was arrested after a fire in the “Abazë” neighborhood of Krujë allegedly began wh

California Native American land and religious rights

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: California lawmakers approve Native American religious and land protections

California lawmakers have advanced legislation to expand Native American tribal authority and protections regarding ancestral lands and religious practices. Assembly Bill 1881, the California Indian Freedom Act of 2026,