California Wildfires: Much-needed rain is expected to help firefighting efforts this weekend. – The New York Times

8 California weekend destinations to escape to with your dog  Los Angeles Times

‘On the frontline’: Quebec planes and B.C. firm’s helicopters battle L.A. wildfires  CityNews Vancouver ‘It’s terrifying’: Montreal filmmaker describes wildfire chaos in Los Angeles  CBC.ca B.C. says it’s ready to help in Metro Los Angeles wildfire fight  Nanaimo Bulletin Montrealer in L.A. films Palisades wildfire from rooftop before fleeing apartment  MSN Canadians join the fight against Los Angeles-area wildfires  CBC.ca

Minor struck by gunfire during alleged East Los Angeles gang shooting  KTLA