Governor Newsom Declares Emergency, Fire Breaks Out In Los Angeles
California is in a state of emergency. Governor Gavin Newsom made it official yesterday. Hundreds of thousands of Californians are now evacuated from their homes, and millions are without power due to PG&E's intentional shutoffs meant to reduce the risk that their equipment sparks a fire. Though that appears to be what sparked the Kincade Fire in Sonoma County. That fire has grown over the weekend burning 66,000 acres at last count, and still just 5% contained. There is also a fire in Los Angeles this morning. A wind-whipped blaze is burning near the Sepulveda Pass and 405 Freeway. It has forced mandatory evacuations near the Getty Center in L.A.'s affluent Brentwood neighborhood. Over 400 acres have burned so far including some structures.
Will Warren Buffett Take Over PG&E?
Governor Newsom shared another idea on his vision for the future of PG&E this weekend. He told Bloomberg News he wants to see famed investor Warren Buffett and his conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway Bid on the company.
Reporter: Mark Chediak- Bloomberg News
Evacuees Find Creative Ways To Help And Comfort
As the Kincade fire continues to burn, evacuees from around the region are filling emergency shelters in Santa Rosa. A community that’s still recovering from devastating fires two years ago. Neighbors there are finding creative ways to ease their anxiety by lending a hand.
Reporter: Vanessa Rancaño
Democratic Congresswoman Katie Hill Resigns Over 'Inappropriate Relationships'
Southern California Democratic Congresswoman Katie Hill has announced she's resigning from office. This after allegations that she had inappropriate sexual relationships with staffers both in her congressional office and during her campaign. Several nude photos of Congresswoman Hill have also been posted online by conservative news outlets and a British tabloid. Hill blamed the scandal on an abusive and vengeful husband who she's in the midst of divorcing.
L.A. Wildfire Threatens Priceless Getty Art Collection
A wind-whipped blaze is burning near the Sepulveda Pass and 405 Freeway in West L.A. It's forced mandatory evacuations in the city’s affluent Brentwood neighborhood. The blaze is also close to the Getty Center and its priceless works of art. Fortunately, says the museum has comprehensive plans to protect its collection from fires.
Guest: Lisa Lapin - Getty Museum