This is a part of an exclusive series of in-depth reports focused on local television news coverage in Los Angeles of the Palisades, Eaton, and Kenneth Fires, which have transformed portions of Southern California over the last week, leaving thousands homeless and in need. With high winds again forecast to increase early today (1/15), we will continue to monitor the events across the Southland.
Five years ago next week, Janene Drafs will celebrate five years at the helm of Nexstar Media Group‘s flagship home for The CW Network. It’s a station with a rich heritage in Southern California, from its coverage of the Tournament of Roses Parade to its local news coverage, which starts each weekday at 4am.
For Drafs, a fete may come at a later date, as she and her team at KTLA-5 enter their second week squarely focused on keeping viewers alert and informed on what’s next with the devastating Palisades and Eaton Fires — and any potential new threats.
