Ayahuasca-lite? Why cacao ceremonies are showing up all over L.A. – Los Angeles Times

As schools in Los Angeles reopen, parents worry about harmful ash from wildfires  KTLA Los Angeles

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Dismisses Criticism of City’s Wildfire Response  The New York Times L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Should Have Canceled Africa Trip Amid Fires, Residents Say  The New York Times LA mayor asked if she owes citizens apology over handling of wildfires  Sky News Wildfire response threatens to end Karen Bass’ extended honeymoon  POLITICO LA Fire Chief warned last month that budget cuts would affect response to large-scale emergencies  NBC Los Angeles

EPA debris site for Eaton Fire sparks protest from community in Duarte  NBC Los Angeles