The fire broke out Friday near a ranch where prescribed burns were authorized; Cal Fire lists the cause as under investigation.
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Thomas grew up in San Diego in the late 20th century and later earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Global Studies from CSUMB. He spent five years as a local broadcast journalist on California’s Central Coast, covering local news and hosting talk shows focusing on global press freedom. He earned a Master’s in Journalism from Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY in New York City. Thomas enjoys basketball, comedy, and turtles.
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Air quality alert issued from wildfire smoke drifting from Mendocino County
The Cooley Fire started on Friday at about 5 p.m.
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Meta agrees to $17B settlement over claims Facebook, Instagram harmed children
The company agreed to implement default settings for minors and improve detection of underage users.
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Federal trial hearing alleging Meta created harmful and addictive products set to begin Tuesday
Meta has said the claims have been misrepresented, that the up to $1.4 trillion penalty is disproportionate to the claims.
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Firefighter hospitalized battling Feliz Fire as crews increase containment lines
The fire grew slightly to about 872 acres as of late Sunday morning.