Man arrested for arson in Spokane, WA Old Trails Fire
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of first-degree arson for allegedly starting the Old Trails Fire, one of three wildfires in Spokane County burning thousands of acres.
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of first-degree arson for allegedly starting the Old Trails Fire, one of three wildfires in Spokane County burning thousands of acres.
Washington wildfires: Police arrest arson suspect
We are learning more this week as firefighters from across Western Washington are responding to Eastern and Central Washington as wildfires continue to level homes and burn across the region. LiveNOW is getting an update on the Old Trails Fire, reportedly burning 3,619 acres in the Indian Trail area northwest of Airway Heights. Police in the area are now saying that a suspect has been arrested in connection to a possible arson that might have started the fire.
We are learning more this week as firefighters from across Western Washington are responding to Eastern and Central Washington as wildfires continue to level homes and burn across the region. LiveNOW is getting an update on the Old Trails Fire, reportedly burning 3,619 acres in the Indian Trail area northwest of Airway Heights. Police in the area are now saying that a suspect has been arrested in connection to a possible arson that might have started the fire.
Spokane, WA wildfires forces 60,000 to evacuate; 0% containment
Three wildfires surrounding Spokane forced more than 60,000 people to evacuate as flames destroyed at least 600 structures across Spokane County, officials said.
Three wildfires surrounding Spokane forced more than 60,000 people to evacuate as flames destroyed at least 600 structures across Spokane County, officials said.
Officials provide update on Spokane, WA wildfires
We are gathering more information this weekend as emergency responders in Washington issued emergency Level 3 evacuation orders as crews battled the Old Trails Fire. According to our partners at FOX 13 Seattle, fire officials are upstaffing extra equipment as windy, dry conditions create rapid fire spread risks across the Inland Northwest through the weekend. Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown, Gov. Bob Ferguson, Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove, and other elected and emergency officials gave an update on the efforts to contain the wildfires on Sunday.
We are gathering more information this weekend as emergency responders in Washington issued emergency Level 3 evacuation orders as crews battled the Old Trails Fire. According to our partners at FOX 13 Seattle, fire officials are upstaffing extra equipment as windy, dry conditions create rapid fire spread risks across the Inland Northwest through the weekend. Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown, Gov. Bob Ferguson, Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove, and other elected and emergency officials gave an update on the efforts to contain the wildfires on Sunday.
Wildfire burning in Spokane, WA prompts evacuation orders
Emergency responders in Spokane County issued emergency Level 3 evacuation orders on Aug. 1 as crews battled the fast-moving Old Trails Fire during elevated fire weather conditions.
Emergency responders in Spokane County issued emergency Level 3 evacuation orders on Aug. 1 as crews battled the fast-moving Old Trails Fire during elevated fire weather conditions.
Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke, threatens added tariffs
President Trump says Canada should be forced to pay “billions of dollars” for the wildfire smoke that has blanketed large parts of the Midwest and Northeast.
President Trump says Canada should be forced to pay “billions of dollars” for the wildfire smoke that has blanketed large parts of the Midwest and Northeast.
Map: Where are the Canada wildfires burning?
According to the Canadian government, there are more than 850 active wildfires across Canada as of Thursday. Winds are carrying the smoke southeast from Ontario down to the Midwest and Northeast.
According to the Canadian government, there are more than 850 active wildfires across Canada as of Thursday. Winds are carrying the smoke southeast from Ontario down to the Midwest and Northeast.
3 firefighters die fighting Snyder Fire near Colorado-Utah border
The fast-moving flames of a wildfire burning near the Colorado-Utah border claimed the lives of three firefighters and injured two others who had huddled inside emergency shelters to escape the blaze.
The fast-moving flames of a wildfire burning near the Colorado-Utah border claimed the lives of three firefighters and injured two others who had huddled inside emergency shelters to escape the blaze.
Officials provide update on Los Angeles warehouse fire
We are learning more after Los Angeles officials have declared a local emergency as a massive warehouse fire continues to cause issues in the Boyle Heights area. The major fire has triggered worsening air quality and reportedly created a looming biohazard threat from millions of pounds of spoiling food. LiveNOW has the latest updates as Mayor Karen Bass and other local officials gave a press briefing about the blaze on Sunday afternoon.
We are learning more after Los Angeles officials have declared a local emergency as a massive warehouse fire continues to cause issues in the Boyle Heights area. The major fire has triggered worsening air quality and reportedly created a looming biohazard threat from millions of pounds of spoiling food. LiveNOW has the latest updates as Mayor Karen Bass and other local officials gave a press briefing about the blaze on Sunday afternoon.
Massive fire at Los Angeles area warehouse
We are watching SkyFOX who is hovering over the scene of a massive warehouse fire in the Los Angeles area. Reports from our partners at FOX 11 Los Angeles say that officials have not yet released information on what might have caused the fire. The Los Angeles Fire Department has reportedly issued a shelter-in-place order for parts of the surrounding area. FOX 11's crew at the scene reports there is a suspicion of a possible ammonia leak at the warehouse.
We are watching SkyFOX who is hovering over the scene of a massive warehouse fire in the Los Angeles area. Reports from our partners at FOX 11 Los Angeles say that officials have not yet released information on what might have caused the fire. The Los Angeles Fire Department has reportedly issued a shelter-in-place order for parts of the surrounding area. FOX 11's crew at the scene reports there is a suspicion of a possible ammonia leak at the warehouse.
Judge caps attorneys’ legal fees in Maui wildfire settlement
A Maui judge has significantly reduced the legal fees related to the $4.03 billion Maui wildfire settlement, awarding victims’ lawyers a fraction of the $1 billion they had sought.
A Maui judge has significantly reduced the legal fees related to the $4.03 billion Maui wildfire settlement, awarding victims’ lawyers a fraction of the $1 billion they had sought.
Jury selection starts for accused Palisades arsonist
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Cristy Fajardo from our partners at FOX 11 Los Angeles as jury selection began for the trial of a former Uber driver accused of setting a New Year’s Day fire that prosecutors say eventually grew into the deadly Palisades Fire. According to FOX 11 Los Angeles, Jonathan Rinderknecht, 30, has pleaded not guilty to federal charges including destruction of property by means of fire, arson affecting property used in interstate commerce and timber set afire.
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Cristy Fajardo from our partners at FOX 11 Los Angeles as jury selection began for the trial of a former Uber driver accused of setting a New Year’s Day fire that prosecutors say eventually grew into the deadly Palisades Fire. According to FOX 11 Los Angeles, Jonathan Rinderknecht, 30, has pleaded not guilty to federal charges including destruction of property by means of fire, arson affecting property used in interstate commerce and timber set afire.
Dead Eagles: Michigan DNR investigating after possible poaching kills five birds
Five bald eagles were found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula over a two-week span in April, prompting concerns of poaching from wildlife managers.
Five bald eagles were found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula over a two-week span in April, prompting concerns of poaching from wildlife managers.
Wildfire smoke pollution linked to more than 24K deaths a year, study finds
Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.
Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.
California wildfires: A haunting look back on the night the flames first erupted in Los Angeles
Chilling videos and images captured the first day the Eaton and Palisades first erupted in Los Angeles County on Jan. 7, 2025.
Chilling videos and images captured the first day the Eaton and Palisades first erupted in Los Angeles County on Jan. 7, 2025.
Eaton and Palisades fires: Communities reflect and rebuild one year later
One year after the Palisades and Eaton fires, recovery is underway—but for many residents in Altadena and Pacific Palisades, the road forward remains long and uncertain.
One year after the Palisades and Eaton fires, recovery is underway—but for many residents in Altadena and Pacific Palisades, the road forward remains long and uncertain.
Disney unveils plans for new $5 million park coming to California next year
The park will be revitalized by Disney’s Imagineers and is anticipated to reopen in 2026 with a new community center and an enhanced playground.
The park will be revitalized by Disney’s Imagineers and is anticipated to reopen in 2026 with a new community center and an enhanced playground.
Jonathan Rinderknecht: Palisades Fire suspect denied bond, moved to Florida 5 months ago
Jonathan Rinderknecht, the 29-year-old man charged with starting what became the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, California, was in federal court in Orlando on Thursday.
Jonathan Rinderknecht, the 29-year-old man charged with starting what became the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, California, was in federal court in Orlando on Thursday.
Jonathan Rinderknecht: What we know about man accused of starting deadly Palisades Fire
A Florida man has been arrested in connection to the deadly Palisades Fire that broke out on New Year's Day in Los Angeles, California, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Here's everything we know about the suspect, 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht.
A Florida man has been arrested in connection to the deadly Palisades Fire that broke out on New Year's Day in Los Angeles, California, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Here's everything we know about the suspect, 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht.
Palisades Fire arrest: Man arrested in Florida, charged with starting deadly LA wildfire
A Florida man has been arrested, accused of starting what became the deadly and destructive "Palisades Fire" on Jan. 1, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The Palisades Fire killed 12 people, burned more than 23,000 acres, and destroyed more than 6,000 structures.
A Florida man has been arrested, accused of starting what became the deadly and destructive "Palisades Fire" on Jan. 1, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The Palisades Fire killed 12 people, burned more than 23,000 acres, and destroyed more than 6,000 structures.