- Democrats and Republicans are using immigration as a political flashpoint, as we approach election day in November. Meanwhile, California has been on the front lines of the issue for decades, and it has taken some unique approaches to help those that have made the journey to make the Golden State their new home.
- We’ll take a look at a program in California that helps people who immigrated here as undocumented minors find a pathway to citizenship, and why the future of that program remains uncertain.
- Closer to home, we’ll take you to a San Francisco school that doubles as a shelter and safe haven for families whose children are enrolled in the local school system, but are struggling to find a home.
Arson Suspect in Line Fire Arrested
- Police have arrested a man they suspect started the Line Fire that’s currently burning in the mountains of San Bernardino.
- Officials say that 34-year-old Justin Wayne Halstenberg of Norco ignited the fire on September 5th in Highland near Baseline Road. Prosecutors say he tried to set to other fires that same day.
- Halstenberg is facing nine felony charges, including aggravated arson. He’s being held without bail and is scheduled to be arraigned today.
- The Line Fire has scorched nearly 38,000 acres and is 21% contained as of this morning.
Airport Fire Continues to Rage, Spreads to Two Counties
- Crews in Southern California are continuing to battle the Airport Fire, which is now burning in both Orange and Riverside Counties.
- Since igniting on Monday, the wildfire has scorched more than 23,000 acres. It’s only 8% contained as of this morning.
- Firefighters on the front lines have deployed bulldozers, among other firefighting efforts, to keep the flames at bay. They say, right now, their main priority is protecting any structures that are threatened by the blaze.