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Edison stock plunges 23% as Sacramento weighs wildfire liability

Southern California Edison shares suffered their worst drop in 25 years as lawmakers debate whether to shield utilities from insurer subrogation claims.

LA County sues State Farm over fire insurance payouts

The county alleges the insurer created public nuisances by failing to pay smoke damage claims, blocking rebuilding in Malibu, Palisades and Altadena.

Camp counselor sues MRCA over fatal falling-tree incident

Haley Weiser says she suffered PTSD and physical injury when a massive oak branch fell on a summer camp, killing a child beside her.

No hurricane for Malibu, but big surf and rip currents likely

Tropical Storm Mario formed south of Baja, and forecasters say Malibu can expect waves, erosion and maybe weekend rain — but no landfall.

Soccer club pitches privately funded fields at Chili Cook-Off site

View FC wants a 25- to 30-year lease to build two artificial turf fields at Ioki Park, raising concerns about microplastics next to Legacy Park.

Malibu to test emergency phone alerts every Thursday in September

The city will roll out weekly Everbridge test calls to landlines and cellphones, zone by zone, as fire season approaches.

Malibu loses Escondido Falls trail lawsuit against MRCA

A Los Angeles judge ruled the city waited too long to assert ownership of the trail easement up Winding Way.

Hurricane Marie unlikely to hit Malibu, but rain possible

Forecasters say chances of a direct hit are VERY LOW, but light rain and big waves are possible Sunday through Tuesday.

Bear raids garbage cans in western Malibu hills

A KBUU listener captured video of a small bear knocking over her trash can and eating restaurant leftovers off Decker Canyon Road.

Malibu billionaire Stan Kroenke to buy Angels for $4 billion

The Rams owner and Malibu Colony shopping center owner has agreed to buy a controlling interest in the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.

Malibu to test emergency phone alerts every Thursday in September

Tests roll east to west by zone, starting Thursday at 5 p.m. in eastern Malibu.

Public safety commission meets as surveillance debate grows

Sheriff's sergeant tells council that automated license plate readers helped solve five Malibu vehicle burglaries.

Sacramento fire liability compromise collapses; special session ahead

The Legislature adjourned without a deal on who pays for future utility-caused wildfires, sending SCE stock on a wild ride.

Volunteers battle invasive weeds at Point Dume preserve

The Malibu Township Council says the L.A. Conservation Corps is joining the effort, with major restoration work targeted for next spring.