California Sen. Adam Schiff introduced legislation aimed at stabilizing state property insurance markets. Insurance groups say it's misguided.

The "green fee," which takes effect Jan. 1, 2026, will fund environmental projects, such as beach restoration or the removal of fire-prone grasses.

Floodwaters rushed down narrow mountains Tuesday into Dharali, a mountain village in northern India, sweeping away homes, roads and a local market.

The fire remained "very active" Wednesday, local officials said. The weather was hot, dry and windy, making it difficult for firefighters to contain the blaze.

Researchers concluded that in addition to 30 deaths attributed directly to the L.A. blaze, more than 400 others could have been due to interrupted health care.