Los Angeles Mayor Bass removes Fire Chief Crowley amid controversy over fire department's handling of recent deadly firestorms.

Crowley, who appealed her dismissal on Feb. 27, still serves on the LAFD. Hawkins said shortly after he shared his concerns with Williams, the deputy mayor was accused of a making a bomb threat to ...

"Chief Crowley served Los Angeles well and spoke honestly about the severe and profoundly ill-conceived budget cuts the Bass administration made to the LAFD ... Crowley's Tenure and Background ...

However, as the Fantastic Beasts star started her next sentence, Ford was seen taking a chip in the background and putting ... to a table with members of the LAFD.

Bell sang, as images of Jamie Lee Curtis, Selena Gomez and more played on in the background ... while pointing to a table with members of the LAFD.

However, as the Fantastic Beasts star started her next sentence, Ford was seen taking a chip in the background and putting it in his mouth ... said while pointing to a table with members of the LAFD.

There are over 250 LAFD firefighters battling the blaze ... beach parking lots on PCH with a billowing black plume in the background. The smoke could also be seen across most of West Los Angeles.

In her statement to the City Council, former LAFD Chief Kristen Crowley restated her belief that the department lacks the resources it needs to protect the city.