Breaking News: Evacuation Lifted in La Verne; Businesses Begin Reopening
Officials say overnight work eliminated the threat posed by the damaged battery system, allowing residents to return home and businesses to reopen on Friday.
September 25, 2026
Evacuation Lifted in La Verne; Businesses Begin Reopening
Officials say overnight work eliminated the threat posed by the damaged battery system, allowing residents to return home and businesses to reopen on Friday.
September 25, 2026
Actualización Del Jueves Por la Noche: Las Baterías Se Estabilizan, Pero la Evacuación en La Verne Continúa
Ambos sistemas de baterías se han estabilizado, pero las autoridades mantienen la zona de evacuación. La escuela primaria Grace Miller permanecerá cerrada el viernes y los negocios afectados deberán permanecer cerrados.
September 25, 2026
Evacuation Keeps Local Businesses Closed, Delays Grocery Outlet Grand Opening
Haven Haus Cafe remains closed, Vons awaits clearance and Grocery Outlet’s grand opening was postponed as crews continue to monitor overheating batteries at the Weymouth water treatment plant.
September 24, 2026
La Verne Battery Fire FAQ: Your Questions Answered
What we know—and what remains unanswered—about the Weymouth battery fire, air and water testing, the BESS installation, cleanup and investigation.
September 23, 2026
Thursday Night Update: Battery Banks Stabilize, but La Verne Evacuation Remains in Effect
Both battery banks have stabilized, but officials are keeping the evacuation area in place, closing Grace Miller Elementary on Friday and directing affected businesses to remain closed.
September 22, 2026🍁 Fall Into the Fun In and Around La Verne
Fall is finally in the air—officially, at least.
September 22, 2026
Public Art, Impact Fees and an Ethics Refresh: Inside Monday's La Verne City Council Meeting Agenda
No public hearings this time, but one discussion item could shape how new development looks in La Verne for years
September 18, 2026
One Last Sip, One Fresh Serving: La Verne Dining Scene Gets a Shake-Up
I.V. Juice Bar prepares to close while Los Jarritos Cafe Y Cocina brings an expanded menu to town.
September 18, 2026