Incarcerated Californians, working as firefighters, were on the frontlines of the Los Angeles wildfires
Over 1,800 incarcerated firefighters live year-round in minimum-security conservation camps, also known as “fire camps,” ...
Phoenix couple fronting $2,500 plumbing bill to repair pipes previous damaged by city-owned truck
Emily Gesell has been without water for 36 hours. She is on the hook for repairs to water pipes that were previously repaired by the City of Phoenix.
Man serving life sentence in Arizona killed Washington woman but won't face charges, officials say
CAMANO ISLAND, Wash. — The 2003 killing of a Camano Island woman is now considered solved - however, the suspect who confessed to the crime won't see a trial. On Thursday evening, the Island County ...
Impaired cell tower in Sacaton causes service disruption
SACATON, Ariz. — An impaired cell tower is causing disruptions to services in Sacaton. A post made by the Gila River Indian Community on Facebook said a Verizon tower in Sacaton is "currently impaired ...
Yes, saltwater can be used to extinguish wildfires
Ocean water can be used in extreme cases to fight wildfires, but freshwater is preferred due to equipment corrosion, soil damage, and logistical challenges.