Mayor Karen Bass has suddenly fired LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley. We dig into the mayor’s reasoning and its implications for her administration - and also get the response of the firefighters’ union.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has removed LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley, according to a statement from the city. Bass was expected to speak about the removal, which comes after weeks of mounting tensions between the mayor and fire chief during and following the deadly Los Angeles wildfires,

Only essential travel is recommended, and authorities ask those who need to get to Malibu to take another route.

The Pacific Coast Highway partially reopens for Malibu residents and essential workers with enforced speed limits and potential delays.