Officer Jose Melendez has retired from the Mount Prospect Police Department, Illinois after 28 years of service. Well done Brother.

Watch: Reporter questions the mayor of LA, Karen Bass, as she faces backlash regarding the California wildfires.

"Do you owe citizens an apology for being absent whilst their homes were burning? Do you regret cutting the fire department's budget?"

🚨NEW evacuations in Santa Monica.

🔥PALISADES FIRE UPDATES 1/8/25 2:30 p.m.

⚠️ An evacuation WARNING remains for all additional areas north of Montana Avenue and this WARNING is now expanded to all areas north of Wilshire Boulevard and west of 10th Street.

http://santamonica.gov

City of Santa Monica

BREAKING! LA County Sheriff Robert Luna confirms five people have now been killed in the Eaton Fire burning in Altadena.

He says they are finding bodies as deputies go into burned areas and unfortunately, they expect the number to go up.

"You had to either spend more or you had to cut back...you probably have to do this with your life or spending habits pretty much in general."

Bob Brooks explained how Americans are struggling with inflation under Biden.

Biden Confirms He Is Considering Preemptively Pardoning Anthony Fauci

https://dailycaller.com/2025/01/08/joe-biden-doctor-anthony-fauci-liz-cheney-pardon-schiff-possible-usa-today-interview/

Yes, a preemptive pardon for Fauci is infuriating, but it's also an admission that he's a criminal, which he is. "Thank You, Dr. Fauci" has all the details.

You'll find it on http://TuckerCarlson.com.

Tucker Carlson

A police lieutenant with the Irondale Police Department (IPD) has been tragically killed after a vehicle hit him while he was directing traffic for church service. REPOST and help us honor him.

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/irondale-police-lieutenant-hit-and-killed-while-conducting-traffic-for-church-services

ICYMI: People with horses in the Altadena-Pasadena area try to escape the Eaton Fire in Los Angeles County.

To the heroes, firefighters, and first responders battling these fires in Los Angeles: Your sacrifice and determination inspire the entire state.

California is deeply grateful for your dedication and service.

Governor Newsom

California's fire damage is worsened by policy:
- No new water storage means less firefighting capacity.
- Too few controlled burns let fuel pile up.
We need better strategies, and better leadership fast.

Lori Mills

Last night at the Palisades Fire, your Long Beach Firefighters faced intense flames and immediately sprang into action.

We’ll continue to provide updates from the frontlines as we support our partners in this effort.

Long Beach Firefighters IG

BREAKING! Reports that the Palisades Fire has leveled up to 75% of the Palisades according to ABC7.

"So California, how many good people have to lose everything because you and your people voted for others that put in ridiculous policies that have all culminated in the same horrific result?"

Carl Higbie explains how the California government failed its people during the massive Southern California wildfires.

Harrison Ford getting assistance from LAPD from the Palisades Fires (Mandeville Cyn + Sunset)

Street People of Beverly Hills

*NEWS INTERRUPTION*

Three masked men tried to break into the Hollywood home of Hilary Delaney. Overwhelmed with fear, she initially panicked but quickly shifted gears into protector mode. Delaney issued a barrage of threats at the suspects, who thought better and fled—all caught on video.

Full story link: https://linktr.ee/protectiveleague

🚨 FIRE EVACUATION ALERT 🚨

Residents, please act quickly and follow evacuation orders for your safety and the safety of your animals.

🔹 Evacuation Center:
Pasadena Convention Center.
300 East Green Street
Pasadena, CA 91101

🔹 Animal Evacuation:
*Humane Pet Society- Small size animals
361 South Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105

*Los Angeles Equestrian Center-Larger size animals
480 West Riverside Dr.
Burbank, CA 91506

❗ Key Reminders:

• Follow evacuation routes as directed by emergency personnel.

• Bring essential documents, medications, and emergency kits.

• Do NOT wait—leave immediately when ordered to evacuate.

For updates and more information, visit https://dpw.lacounty.gov
Stay safe and stay informed!

🚨 Tucson Fire’s Brush 22 is heading to California to support firefighting efforts.

This Type 3 engine, staffed with 4 firefighters, is ready to tackle wildfires in rural areas. They won’t know their assignment until arrival and could be deployed for up to two weeks.

Wildland Coordinator, KP Maxwell, discusses the mission.

Tucson Fire Department, Arizona

Bank of America in Altadena is incinerated by the Eaton Fire.

Jeremy Lindenfeld