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After the L.A. Fires, Locals Turn to Native Plants to Help Shield Homes From Flames and Clean Contaminated Soil

Scientists and community members in Altadena are testing ways that California species can assist efforts to rebuild ...

Nine months after fires, residents continue to struggle with housing stability, finances

A Department of Angels survey for more than 2,300 fire-impacted residents across L.A. County found that 8 in 10 Altadena ...