It's not known what caused the chemical reaction, but federal officials say the burn zone has grown underground to at least 35 acres.

This week, the state Assembly held its first committee hearing for Assembly Bill 27, a measure that would spare residents of Val Verde, Live Oak, Hasley Hills, Hillcrest Parkway, Hasley Canyon and ...

A bill that seeks to compensate people living near the Chiquita Canyon Landfill faces uncertainty amid state budget challenges and L.A. County wildfires.