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'Coastal Fire' chopper controversy

Lesly Marin reports from Laguna Niguel where during last month's Coastal Fire, which destroyed 20 homes, there was only one water-dropping helicopter fighting flames for the first hour. Many are now questioning the county's response.

Jun 3, 2022 (02:59)

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Coyote euthanized after child is injured during interaction in Atwater Village

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Pursuit suspect arrested after lengthy CHP chase

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Alex Biston's NEXT Weather Forecast | Oct. 17

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LAPD issues citywide tactical alert for unruly crowd

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Firefighters making progress on 3,100-acre Henderson Fire on Camp Pendleton

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Evacuation orders lifted as firefighters gain containment of Bryson Fire in Malibu

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San Juan Capistrano couple stays behind during Norte Fire, making meals for firefighters

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Hundreds gather for "No Kings" rally in downtown Los Angeles, pushing voter participation

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CBS LA takes on Taste of Soul 2026

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The latest on Orange County's Norte Fire

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Chloe Carlson's 6 a.m. Forecast | NEXT Weather

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New lithium-ion battery storage causes concerns for Hacienda Heights residents

Strong winds knock tree branch onto 13 kids at a Whittier middle school

Strong winds knock tree branch onto 13 kids at a Whittier middle school

Residents recount escape from the Norte Fire in San Juan Capistrano

Residents recount escape from the Norte Fire in San Juan Capistrano

Small Santa Clarita guitar shop receives cease-and-desist from Fender

Small Santa Clarita guitar shop receives cease-and-desist from Fender

Norte Fire burns at least six homes in Orange County as firefighters continue to battle flames

Norte Fire burns at least six homes in Orange County as firefighters continue to battle flames

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Norte Fire updates with Zach Boetto near San Juan Hills Golf Club

Norte Fire updates with Zach Boetto near San Juan Hills Golf Club

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A look at the footprint of the Norte Fire and wind forecasts

Michele Gile reports on the Norte Fire from Via la Mirada in San Juan Capistrano

Michele Gile reports on the Norte Fire from Via la Mirada in San Juan Capistrano

Norte Fire with Michele Gile in San Juan Capistrano

Norte Fire with Michele Gile in San Juan Capistrano

Orange County Norte Fire spans to over 250 acres, perspective from Dani Ruberti

Orange County Norte Fire spans to over 250 acres, perspective from Dani Ruberti

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