Trial by Fire
Don’t ask our digital editor when the last time he slept was.
Year: 2017
Tips for Following the Thomas Fire
Which sources should you use to follow the latest wildfire news?
How the Thomas Fire Quickly Became the Fourth Largest Wildfire to Burn in California
The Thomas Fire burns 242,500 acres across Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.
Child Molester Receives One Year in Jail
The victim’s family says more children may be at risk.
Rincon Island Being Added to California Coastal Sanctuary
The rocky island jutting just south of La Conchita was a Greka Energy holding.
Understanding Power Outages During the Thomas Fire
Why did Santa Barbara lose power during the Thomas Fire? Is everything fixed?
In the Midst of the Blaze, Saving Pit Bulls, Emus, Alpacas, Horses, and Two Pet Cows
How animal evacuations went down during the Thomas Fire
Net Neutrality Is Internet Equality for All
The web as we know it is under attack, but it is not too late to stop it.
Fighting Fire with Fire to Stop the Thomas Fire
Incident Command announces an aggressive contingency plan to launch firing operation against Thomas.
When Evacuation Orders Go Wrong
Behind the 2:19 a.m. alert that freaked out Santa Barbara County during the Thomas Fire