Canyon Fire initially started 1:25 p.m. Aug. 7 in Los Angeles, Ventura County, California. Since its discovery six days ago, it has burned 5,370 acres. A fire crew of 960 has been working on site and, ...

As firefighters gain more control on the Canyon Fire, some residents are relieved the flames didn't reach their homes.

What is required for a roaring blaze to transform its mood from a quickly spreading menace into an uncontrollable wildfire?

Firefighters with air support scrambled to control a wind-driven wildfire that erupted Thursday morning in hills along ...