Firefighters are still trying to gain control of wildfires in southern California where 27 people have died, and more than 12,000 buildings have been destroyed.

Iowa men's basketball was set to face USC and UCLA this week. Here's what you need to know about the games with the California wildfires raging.

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The fires in southern California could be the biggest and most expensive natural disaster in history. With insurance companies possibly paying out billions in damages, insurance rates in Siouxland could be affected.

The Southern California wildfires could impact insurance coverage here in Iowa. At least four insurance companies have pulled out of the state of Iowa since the 2020 derecho, and some others are restructuring policies.

Our expert college basketball predictions expect the Hawkeyes to play much better on the second-leg of its West Coast road swing.

Three wildfires are currently impacting Los Angeles and Ventura counties, prompting thousands of people to evacuate, schools to close and power lines to be shut off.

The Trojans (11-6, 3-3 Big Ten) never trailed, shot 37-of-57 (67%) from the field, 10-of-15 (60%) from 3-point range and outrebounded the Hawkeyes (12-5, 3-3 Big Ten) 37-20 in the win.

A network of rescue groups are caring for animals affected by wildfires still burning in the Los Angeles area. A multi-state operation is under way to help relieve local animal shelters.