What it's been like reporting on the LA wildfires

Firefighters in Los Angeles continue to battle multiple wildfires in what has become a historic week for Southern California. We hear what it’s been like covering the wildfires and the impact to the affected communities.Then, a suite of new state laws took effect in 2025. We take a closer look at some of them.Plus, on Monday, Sheel Seidler, the wife of the late San Diego Padres chairman Peter Seidler, filed a lawsuit to gain control of the team. What is behind the conflict and what will it mean for the Padres future?Guests:Ryanne Mena, crime and public safety reporter, Southern California News GroupJeanne Kuang, Capitol reporter, CalMattersBryce Miller, sports columnist, The San Diego Union-Tribune

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