The seals live off the southern California and Pacific coast of Mexico and will travel far distances from their breeding grounds. Guadalupe fur seals live about 20 years on average, the agency said.

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January 30, 2025 • The historic fires in Los Angeles meant many students lost homes, schools, or both. Now, as some schools reopen, families are trying to find routine.

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A California lawmaker is calling for serious changes to happen in wildfire combat and prevention. "There's a lot of similarities. And that's kind of part of the issue here, that I don't know that ...

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By Miriam JordanHamed Aleaziz and Heather Knight Katy Perry belted out “California Gurls,” and Joni Mitchell offered a rare performance as Angelenos spoke movingly about loss — and resilience.