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Karen Garcia @karenmg.bsky.social · Aug 13

The arrest of LA-area nurse Amanda Trebach who documented ICE operations is putting a spotlight on the risks associated with observing and documenting immigration enforcement in Southern California. www.latimes.com/california/s...

L.A. volunteers who document ICE raids are being arrested. How to do it safely

L.A. County residents have been documenting immigration enforcement since early June. A recent arrest of a volunteer highlights the risk of this work.

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Karen Garcia @karenmg.bsky.social · Aug 6

CA’s Clean Air Vehicle Decal program is expiring Sept. 30 meaning solo drivers with the sticker will no longer be able to use the carpool lane.

Do you have some thoughts about the possible end to the program? Are you a program recipient who has benefited from it? Reach out [email protected]

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Victor Narro @victornarro1.bsky.social · Jun 28

If your loved one was detained by immigration enforcement agents, reach out to immigrant advocacy groups that can provide referrals, information, resources (such as food and financial assistance) and, in some cases, direct support.

By @karenmg.bsky.social
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Disappeared by ICE in L.A.: How to find detained relatives

Immigrant advocacy groups provide guidance on what you can do when a family member is detained by immigrant enforcement officials.

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Melissa Gomez @melissagomez.bsky.social · Jun 12

Immigration raids have shaken communities across Los Angeles County. Here's a list of organizations who are supporting families affected by ICE raids, by @karenmg.bsky.social
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Immigration raids have shaken communities across Los Angeles County. How can you help?

Los Angeles County residents can support local and regional organizations that are directly supporting families who were affected by recent ICE raids and immigrant communities in need.

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James Queally @jqwritesstuff.bsky.social · Jun 10

All of L.A. is not a ‘war zone.’ We separate facts from spin and disinformation amid immigration raids, protests throughout the city. Latest w/ @karenmg.bsky.social @tarantulaarms.bsky.social www.latimes.com/california/s...

All of L.A. is not a ‘war zone.’ We separate facts from spin and disinformation amid immigration raids

What's actually happening during the ICE sweeps and protests across Los Angeles.

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Karen Garcia @karenmg.bsky.social · Jun 4

Researchers from the Scripps Institute of Oceanography found freshwater fish in lakes and reservoirs in SoCal are overwhelmingly invaded by human-infecting parasites.

While that might sound alarming, you don't have to stop eating your catch!

www.latimes.com/california/s...

California freshwater fish found to be teeming with parasites. How to keep from getting sick

Parasites in California freshwater fish can cause gastrointestinal problems, weight loss and lethargy.

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Ian James @ianjames.bsky.social · Jun 4

California freshwater fish are found to be teeming with parasites. @karenmg.bsky.social explains how to keep from getting sick: www.latimes.com/california/s... @latimes.com

California freshwater fish found to be teeming with parasites. How to keep from getting sick

Parasites in California freshwater fish can cause gastrointestinal problems, weight loss and lethargy.

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Sammy Roth @sammyroth.bsky.social · Mar 1

My @latimes colleague @karenmg.bsky.social has a great new newsletter, In Case of Fire, to help you prepare for the inevitable next fire. Climate change is a big part of the story. Sign up here: www.latimes.com/archives/sig...

Sign up for In Case of Fire, our fire-preparation newsletter course

You can’t always stop wildfires from starting, but you can prepare for them.

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Vanessa Franko @vanessafranko.bsky.social · Feb 25

We have a new course-style newsletter launching today and if you live in California, it's a must-subscribe.
Wildfires aren't going away. In Case of Fire helps you prepare before the flames and has information on what to do if disaster strikes.
www.latimes.com/california/n...

More big fires will come. Our new newsletter series will help you prepare

Wildfires are becoming more intense but you don't have to be caught off guard. Sign up for In Case of Fire a disaster preparedness newsletter.

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Vanessa Franko @vanessafranko.bsky.social · Feb 25

And a big shoutout to the amazing @karenmg.bsky.social, who took some ideas and links to previous stories I threw into doc and turned them into an engaging, actionable newsletter! www.latimes.com/california/n...

More big fires will come. Our new newsletter series will help you prepare

Wildfires are becoming more intense but you don't have to be caught off guard. Sign up for In Case of Fire a disaster preparedness newsletter.

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Nathan Solis @tarantulaarms.bsky.social · Feb 21

Don't tempt me with a good time @karenmg.bsky.social

The chances of an asteroid hitting Earth in 2032 have changed. But what's the risk, really?

The odds of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth has jumped from more than 1% to 3% and back down to 1.5%.

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Karen Garcia @karenmg.bsky.social · Jan 17

“But I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to have hazardous waste removed by trained personnel with protective equipment,” said Yana Garcia, CA EPA secretary. New from me & Tony Briscoe www.latimes.com/california/s...

Now that you can return home after the fires, how do you clean up safely?

A pulmonary doctor is warning survivors to wait, if they can, to visit their fire-damaged homes. If they do go into a burn zone, they should take precautions.

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Karen Garcia @karenmg.bsky.social · Jan 15

Part of the reason wildfire smoke from the Los Angeles-area fires is particularly concerning is because — in addition to PM2.5 — the smoke from this disaster can include harmful components that were part of houses, items inside the home, buildings & cars that burned. www.latimes.com/california/s...

What threats lurk in the smoke and ash of L.A.-area fires? New health warnings

Officials are warning of windblown ash and other pollutants from Los Angeles-area fires and say air quality readers won't pick up on the ash pollutants.

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Keri Blakinger @keribla.bsky.social · Jan 12

I had a lot of people asking me so I wrote an explainer: Here's how you can help the incarcerated firefighter battling the blazes in Southern California this week:

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How you can help the incarcerated firefighters battling L.A. wildfires

The Los Angeles-based Anti-Recidivism Coalition, a nonprofit dedicated to ending mass incarceration, started a fundraiser on Friday to support the fire crews of California’s prisons.

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Nathan Solis @tarantulaarms.bsky.social · Jan 11

My latest report from Altadena is three stories about families returning home after they fled from the Eaton fire.

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Destruction, surprise, heartbreak greet Altadena residents returning after evacuation

Some Altadena residents returned to find their homes standing, while others are left reeling from the immense loss.

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E.A.R. @primateyell.bsky.social · Jan 11

State to probe why Pacific Palisades reservoir was offline, empty when firestorm exploded

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State to probe why Pacific Palisades reservoir was offline, empty when firestorm exploded

A reservoir in the Palisades that holds 117 million gallons of water was offline this month for previously scheduled maintenance.

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Ryan Fonseca @ryan-fonseca.bsky.social · Jan 10

Great guide from @karenmg.bsky.social on how to avoid misinformation and hoaxes while seeking news about the L.A. wildfires.

www.latimes.com/california/s...

Debunking social media fire myths: No, the Hollywood sign didn't burn

Experts say social media plays a role in spreading misinformation during natural disasters; share tips on how to identify it.

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Karen Garcia @karenmg.bsky.social · Jan 10

Thank you for sharing, Ryan!!

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Los Angeles Times @latimes.com · Jan 8

In a grim update this afternoon, officials report that at least five people have died in the wildfires. More than 1,100 buildings have burned in one of the most destructive firestorms to hit the region in memory.

5 dead, more than 1,100 structures destroyed as firestorm besieges L.A. County

More than 1,100 buildings have burned and at least five people are dead in wildfires burning across L.A. County, making this one of the most destructive firestorms to hit the region in memory.

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Melissa Gomez @melissagomez.bsky.social · Jan 8

Altadena Aldi’s has gone up in flames

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Karen Garcia @karenmg.bsky.social · Jan 8

State, regional and local grassroots organizations are collecting funds and recruiting volunteers to help those displaced or affected by the fires in Los Angeles County communities. www.latimes.com/california/s...

How to help those affected by fires raging across Los Angeles County

Those looking to assist residents affected by the Los Angeles County firestorm have a number of options to donate money, materials or their time.

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Melissa Gomez @melissagomez.bsky.social · Jan 7

"Persistent and significant outbreaks of the highly pathogenic avian influenza have decimated California’s poultry flocks and as a result hurt the egg supply chain, according the USDA’s most recent egg report." by @karenmg.bsky.social
www.latimes.com/california/s...

Nearly $9 a dozen: Why egg prices are skyrocketing and for how long

Bird flu is wreaking havoc on California farms and consequently raising the price of eggs. Prices also spiked because of the high demand during the holidays.

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Vanessa Franko @vanessafranko.bsky.social · Dec 31

On the audience front, I worked mostly behind the scenes some powerful subscriber exclusives.

I am really proud of the coverage of the Hollywood Slowdown, particularly our guide that touched on the mental health toll, written by the amazing @karenmg.bsky.social.

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With Hollywood shedding jobs, here is help for coping with the slowdown

Workers in the entertainment industry are struggling. The Times has compiled a guide that offers tips on finances, mental health and accessing funds.

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Karen Garcia @karenmg.bsky.social · Jan 1

Thank you so much, Vanessa 🙏🏽

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Rachel Uranga @racheluranga.bsky.social · Dec 21

California e-bike voucher program flooded with almost 100,000 applications in just 45 minutes

@karenmg.bsky.social

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California e-bike voucher program flooded with almost 100,000 applications in just 45 minutes

The California Air Resources Board said vouchers for its E-Bike Incentive Project are temporarily unavailable after applicants flooded the agency with requests.

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