Alys Martinez

Santa Barbara

Multimedia Journalist and Reporter at KCAL-TV (Los Angeles, CA)

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Lumberyard repurposing wood from trees burned in Eaton Fire

1 week ago | keyt.com | Alys Martinez

By Alys MartinezClick here for updates on this story LOS ANGELES, California (KCAL, KCBS) — A Boyle Heights lumberyard is working to repurpose the wood from trees left damaged by the Eaton Fire, turning them into lumber and products for residents looking to rebuild after the devastating wild fires in January. Jeff Perry, the founder of Angel City Lumberyard, is hoping to prevent the trees from being turned into mulch, and instead something that can benefit people and their communities.
Lumberyard repurposing wood from trees burned in Eaton Fire

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Alys Martinez

A Boyle Heights lumberyard is working to repurpose the wood from trees left damaged by the Eaton Fire, turning them into lumber and products for residents looking to rebuild after the devastating wild fires in January. Jeff Perry, the founder of Angel City Lumberyard, is hoping to prevent the trees from being turned into mulch, and instead something that can benefit people and their communities.
Homeless man in California gifted nearly $100K after donating his last dollar

2 weeks ago | kesq.com | Alys Martinez

By Alys MartinezClick here for updates on this story IRVINE, California ( KCAL, KCBS) - A homeless man from Irvine is off the streets tonight after a social media influencer and his fanbase raised nearly $100,000 to thank him for his kind gesture. "It tested me, every part of me, and to reach this point today, I'm just so thankful to everyone who helped me out," Jeff Daley said. "I really appreciate it."Daley has been homeless for eight years, sleeping on the streets in a sleeping bag.
Homeless man in Irvine gifted nearly $100K after donating his last dollar

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Alys Martinez

A homeless man from Irvine is off the streets tonight after a social media influencer and his fanbase raised nearly $100,000 to thank him for his kind gesture. "It tested me, every part of me, and to reach this point today, I'm just so thankful to everyone who helped me out," Jeff Daley said. "I really appreciate it."Daley has been homeless for eight years, sleeping on the streets in a sleeping bag.
Beloved Papa Cristos restaurant to close after 77 years in Pico-Union

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Alys Martinez

Papa Cristos, a beloved Greek restaurant in Pico-Union, will close its doors next month after 77 years in business. "This is more than heartbreaking. I grew up here," owner Chrys Chrys. "I was coming in here as a little boy. I've been in an apron working here for 65 years — this is my life. Now, here we go, we are going to cut it off."Chrys said he's closing the restaurant because of the rising costs. "We want to stay here forever," he said. "The neighborhood is becoming more expensive.
Mobile laundry truck offering free services to LA County wildfire victims

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Alys Martinez

A mobile laundry truck is helping Los Angeles County wildfire survivors focus on rebuilding by washing their clothes for free. "I have pretty much cried every day," retired teacher Dianne Lewis said. "I have lost everything."Lewis is starting over after the Eaton Fire destroyed her home. "I lost all of my clothes," she said.
Cat reunited with homeowner 2 months after Palisades Fire

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Alys Martinez

After surviving for two months alone in the wreckage of the Palisades Fire, Aggie the cat's harrowing crusade to find her family has finally ended. "For a small little Maine coon cat she is pretty tough," owner Katherine Kiefer said. As the days passed since she evacuated her home, the 82-year-old Kiefer grew increasingly fearful that her beloved companion died when wildfire leveled their home.
Altadena locksmith helps Eaton Fire victims get back into their abandoned cars

Jan 15, 2025 | cbsnews.com | Alys Martinez

Dozens of abandoned vehicles still litter the roads of Altadena a week after the Eaton Fire ripped through neighborhoods, burning hundreds of homes. One local locksmith is doing what he knows best to help people start their recovery. "I feel bad, I feel so bad," said Manuel Almanza, the owner of Altadena Lock & Key who is performing his service free of charge in the wake of the devastating fire. Instead of harboring those feelings, he's turning his anguish into action.
Los Angeles-based attorneys offering free hotel rooms for fire evacuees

Jan 9, 2025 | cbsnews.com | Alys Martinez |Dean Fioresi

People across Los Angeles County have mobilized to help the victims of the several devastating wildfires currently burning in the area, and two Valley Village law partners are offering free hotel rooms to people forced to evacuate their homes. Gina Zapanta and Mike Alder of Alder Law took to social media to spread their message after the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire and Hurst Fire all erupted on Tuesday, torching countless acres and leaving tens of thousands of people without a place to stay.
Taco stand workers pistol-whipped in series of robberies in LA's South Bay

Nov 16, 2024 | cbsnews.com | Marissa Wenzke |Alys Martinez

Three taco stand workers were pistol-whipped across the face by a group of thieves during four back-to-back robberies in the South Bay area of Los Angeles Friday night. One of the wounded victims was taken to a hospital after three to four people walked up to a taco stand where he was working in the city of Torrance, near Torrance Boulevard and Denker Avenue, around 11:40 p.m. and demanded cash, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.