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LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- The state is once again making sure Californians are ready for the next big earthquake. This year's Great California ShakeOut took place at 10:20 a.m. on Thursday where millions ...

If your Southern California home is on the older side, there's a chance it might not stand up against the next big earthquake. Here are some of the vulnerabilities to watch out for and how ...

With more than a million California houses in need of seismic retrofitting, the California Earthquake Authority and the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services launched a program 10 years ago to cover ...

Every year, Tax Day is inevitable. But for lots of us that’s not necessarily a bad thing. This year, the average tax refund is trending up to more than $3,000. And, according to IRS statistics, more ...

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Californians are no strangers to earthquakes. You likely know how to protect yourself during a quake, but is your home protected? A state program called "Earthquake Brace + Bolt" is offering thousands ...

The New Year is here, and many of us are still trying to figure out what our New Year’s resolution should be. Maybe you want to walk more, eat healthier, or read more books. Bearing in mind the recent ...