L.A. wildfires displace thousands of families, leaving them with nothing
Eight days after the LA wildfires began, the flames have ravaged entire neighborhoods, leaving at least 25 people dead as of Wednesday.
L.A. wildfires displace thousands of families, leaving them with nothing
The inauguration day process explained
The inauguration day process explained
News on Merit Anchor Lyndsay Keith and Dr. Phil offer a behind-the-scenes look at what happens before Inauguration Day.
Three of six wildfires continue to burn in L.A. County
Three of six wildfires continue to burn in L.A. County
Reporter Leigh Waldman provides insights from Pacific Palisades on how to offer support during this critical time.
Inauguration countdown begins for Donald Trump
Inauguration countdown begins for Donald Trump
News on Merit anchor Loni Coombs joins a political panel to discuss the latest in politics.
Former education official discusses U.S. education crisis
Former education official discusses U.S. education crisis
News on Merit anchor Loni Coombs sits down with Jeanne Allen to discuss the key challenges facing the U.S. education system.
Trump admin targets Chicago for mass deportation plan
Trump admin targets Chicago for mass deportation plan
Chicago City Council to consider allowing police to work with immigration officials if crimes involve drug or sex crimes.
Cabinet Senate confirmation hearings set for Pete Hegseth
Cabinet Senate confirmation hearings set for Pete Hegseth
Pete Hegseth, Trump’s pick for defense secretary, is set to appear before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday, Jan. 14 at 9:30 a.m. “Character is everything in an institution,” said former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel, who served in the Obama administration and was a longtime Republican senator. “You can’t minimize how important character is in leadership.”
‘Don’t fall for it,’ use caution when donating to help LA wildfire victims
‘Don’t fall for it,’ use caution when donating to help LA wildfire victims
California is battling not only wildfires but also looting, price gouging and challenges with scammers taking advantage of tragedy.
Los Angeles wildfires latest: Returning winds threaten to undo progress
Los Angeles wildfires latest: Returning winds threaten to undo progress
Firefighters are in a critical stage of their almost week-long battle against deadly Los Angeles blazes. Crews report progress, but “extremely critical” conditions could spread the fires as dangerous winds return this week, the National Weather Service warns.
Woman confronts Governor Gavin Newsom over wildfire response
Woman confronts Governor Gavin Newsom over wildfire response
Rachel Darvish confronts California Governor Gavin Newsom amid growing frustration over the government’s response to the devastating wildfire.