Los Angeles Department of Water and Power’s CEO Janisse Quinones now has a 24/7 LAPD detail in response to the threats, the sources said.
Los Angeles police said "a male was heard stating a suspect was trying 'to light a fire' near the Kenneth Fire". The allegation was later ruled unfounded.
Democratic lawmakers have drawn a surge of criticism since the fires began. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass was lambasted, including by members of her own party, for traveling abroad while Californians were forced to flee their homes amid the fires and California Governor Gavin Newsom has attracted harsh scrutiny from Republicans.
Fanned by strong winds, the wildfires have killed at least 24 people and swept through 40,000 acres in the Greater Los Angeles area.
The LAPD hasn't made any statements mentioning "persons of interest." The LA Fire Department said it is still investigating the cause of the fires.
A new fire broke out last night in Ventura County, while two major fires in LA County are still at less than 50 percent containment after a week of burning.
Newsweek has contacted the LAPD for further comment via email. Video shared on social media showed police detained a suspect as fires rage across Los Angeles. Video shared on social media showed ...
The Palisades Fire has devastated parts of Los Angeles, consuming nearly 24,000 acres and leading to mass evacuations, including in Harris' neighborhood. Authorities imposed a curfew from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. in affected areas to curb looting and ensure safety.
Not only are LA residents dealing with containing existing fires, but a man was just caught on camera setting a tree alight in West Hollywood.
LOS ANGELES – Former high-profile Los Angeles city officials say the disorganized response to wildfires engulfing the city proves how “stupid this whole woke religion” is. Former Los Angeles ...
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna said 25 of those ... "We are turning him over to LAPD because he was dressed like a fireman, and he was not. He just got caught burglarizing a home.