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Containment grows on Sandy fire, other SoCal blazes. But shifting winds pose challenge
May 20, 2026 - Us 
The Sandy fire, one of several wildfires burning in Southern California this week, was 15% contained Wednesday morning.
Santa Monica Pier area among the dirtiest beaches again in new Beach Report Card
May 20, 2026 - Us
Environmental nonprofit Heal the Bay and the city of Santa Monica are teaming up to investigate and find solutions for the pier's poor water quality.
Screens would be banned until 2nd grade under draft LAUSD plan
May 20, 2026 - Us
The L.A. school board got its first look Tuesday at a draft policy that limits student screen time — and that will affect how teachers manage instruction.
Fire tearing through Santa Rosa Island reaches critically endangered trees
May 20, 2026 - Us
A massive wildfire has burned through nearly one-third of Santa Rosa Island, including reaching a grove of critically endangered Torrey pine trees. But there is reason for hope.
'I see it in my nightmares.' Mom of boys killed in Westlake crosswalk testifies in civil case
May 20, 2026 - Us
A tearful Nancy Iskander told jurors that she was crossing a road when she saw her two older sons disappear as a white speeding Mercedes plowed through the crosswalk.
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