Rachel Thompson
Rachel Thompson thrives in the fast-paced world of breaking news, delivering accurate and timely updates on national and global events. Her career spans coverage of natural disasters, elections, and major social movements. In her downtime, Rachel enjoys writing fiction and baking.
Expertise: Breaking news, disaster response, human rights issues.
Education: Bachelor’s in Communication, Northwestern University.
‘American Nightmare’ Rapist Pleads Guilty to Two More Home Invasions: What You Need to...
Matthew Muller Pleads Guilty to Two More Home InvasionsMatthew Muller, the infamous kidnapper featured in the Netflix documentary "American Nightmare," made a shocking appearance...
Corruption Probe Indicts Ex-Oakland Mayor, Boyfriend, and Waste Company Execs
Corruption Probe Indicts Ex-Oakland Mayor, Boyfriend, and Waste Company ExecsFederal officials dropped a bombshell on Friday, announcing the indictment of former Oakland Mayor Sheng...
Cleaning Up Safely After Returning Home from a Fire: Essential Tips
Returning Home After a Fire: Staying Safe Amidst the AshResidents in fire evacuation zones are finally able to return home after devastating fires ravaged...
Support for LAFD Chief from Firefighter Union amidst Performance Criticism
Support for LAFD Chief Amidst Performance CriticismThe Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) has been embroiled in controversy following the devastating Palisades fire outbreak, but...
Devastating Fire in Altadena: 12-Hour Destruction and Loss of Community
Devastating Fire in Altadena: A Community's HeartbreakIn the quiet community of Altadena, devastation struck on the evening of Jan. 7 when a small fire...
Residents Return to Devastated Pacific Palisades and Altadena Neighborhoods
Residents Return to Devastated Pacific Palisades and Altadena NeighborhoodsResidents in the Pacific Palisades and Altadena neighborhoods are slowly returning to their homes after being...
Surviving the L.A. Wildfires: Key Lessons from the Burn Zone
Surviving the L.A. Wildfires: Architectural Marvels and Lessons LearnedIn the wake of the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires that ravaged homes in the Los...
Former Oakland Mayor Indicted in FBI Corruption Probe – What You Need to Know
Former Oakland Mayor Indicted in FBI Corruption Probe - What You Need to KnowFormer Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has been hit with a federal...
Uncovering the Health Risks of L.A.-Area Fire Smoke and Ash: County Issues Warning
Uncovering the Health Risks of L.A.-Area Fire Smoke and Ash: County Issues WarningAs Santa Ana wind conditions continue to stoke fears of resurgent wildfires...
Edison’s Wildfire Prevention Plan Approved by State Regulators, Addressing Concerns
State Regulators Approve Edison's Wildfire Prevention Plan
State regulators have approved the wildfire prevention plans submitted by Southern California Edison along with Pacific Gas &...
L.A.’s Battle for Water Amid Palisades Fire: Inside Look
L.A.'s Battle for Water Amid Palisades Fire: Inside LookIn the heart of Los Angeles, a fierce battle unfolded as firefighters fought to contain a...
Boosting Firefighters’ Containment Efforts in Palisades and Eaton Fires Amid Break from Destructive Winds
Firefighters Make Progress Containing Palisades and Eaton FiresIn a much-needed reprieve for thousands of Los Angeles County residents forced out of their homes, firefighters...
Congress to Consider New Measures in Response to L.A.-Area Fires: An Overview
Congress Proposes New Measures in Response to L.A.-Area Fires: A Detailed LookWASHINGTON - In the aftermath of the devastating Los Angeles County...
The Emotional Toll of Surviving the Altadena Wildfire: A Personal Account
The Emotional Toll of Surviving the Altadena Wildfire: A Personal AccountIn a leafy Altadena cul-de-sac, the aftermath of the Eaton fire left devastation in...
Famous Movie and TV Locations Destroyed in Southern California Fires
Famous Movie and TV Locations Destroyed in Southern California FiresIn a devastating turn of events, several iconic filming locations across Southern California have fallen...
Evacuating Without Medications: How to Manage in Emergencies
Managing Medications During EmergenciesThe recent wildfires in Los Angeles have forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes, leaving many without access to essential...
Aerial firefighting: Battling through smoke to save a city
The Heroes in the Sky
Imagine diving headfirst into a canyon filled with smoke, with sirens blaring and a recorded voice warning you of the...
Edison CEO Claims Altadena Winds Not Strong Enough for Transmission Line Shutdown
Edison CEO Defends Decision Not to Shut Down Transmission Line in Altadena FireIn a recent statement, Southern California Edison's Chief Executive, Steven...
Rebuilding Two Los Angeles Music Venues After Devastating Fires
The Day of DevastationOn the fateful night of January 6, the calm neighborhood of Altadena was engulfed in flames, marking the beginning of a...
Signs of Rent Gouging on the Rise After Fires: Calls for Enforcement
Rent Gouging Soars in Wake of FiresIn the aftermath of the devastating fires that have ravaged Los Angeles County, an alarming trend of rent...