Schools get creative to deal with staff shortages
With the Omicron surge causing personnel shortages, the Lowell Joint School District had an "all hands on deck" approach. And that spirit was set right at the top. We talked to the Superintendent Jim Coombs.
With the Omicron surge causing personnel shortages, the Lowell Joint School District had an "all hands on deck" approach. And that spirit was set right at the top. We talked to the Superintendent Jim Coombs.
Gloria Gaynor to perform in Cerritos Saturday
Amanda interviews the legendary Gloria Gaynor.
Amanda interviews the legendary Gloria Gaynor.
Covid in the classrooms
Masks, Covid check-ins, quarantines...all part of the daily school day in this new normal. So how are we doing? We talked to the California State Superintendent of Public Instruction to get an update on out kids and their daily situations.
Masks, Covid check-ins, quarantines...all part of the daily school day in this new normal. So how are we doing? We talked to the California State Superintendent of Public Instruction to get an update on out kids and their daily situations.
Lost history of Pasadena rediscovered
There's a lot of history about Pasadena that many people are unaware of. We talked to a woman who spent years researching 'Latinos in Pasadena' and discussed some of the fascinating facts she learned.
There's a lot of history about Pasadena that many people are unaware of. We talked to a woman who spent years researching 'Latinos in Pasadena' and discussed some of the fascinating facts she learned.
Demi and Tom on Tik Tok Tuesday
Tik Tok stars Demi and Tom join Amanda Salas for Tik Tok Tuesday.
Tik Tok stars Demi and Tom join Amanda Salas for Tik Tok Tuesday.
Extraordinary Oxnard teen runs free tennis clinic
Meet, Harnoor Singh, an extraordinary teen from Oxnard who is doing great things in his community!
Meet, Harnoor Singh, an extraordinary teen from Oxnard who is doing great things in his community!
Why a life changing injury couldn't stop Jack Jablonski from changing lives
An inspirational story from an inspirational young man. Jack Jablonski was paralyzed during a high school hockey game ten years ago but what he's been able to accomplish since is truly amazing.
An inspirational story from an inspirational young man. Jack Jablonski was paralyzed during a high school hockey game ten years ago but what he's been able to accomplish since is truly amazing.
Roy Choi talks about how food is the 'trojan horse' to spark bigger discussions
When is a show about cooking not a cooking show? When Roy Choi is the one hosting it. We talked to him about the new season of 'Broken Bread' and about some of the serious issues he's tackling while also showing off delicious dishes.
When is a show about cooking not a cooking show? When Roy Choi is the one hosting it. We talked to him about the new season of 'Broken Bread' and about some of the serious issues he's tackling while also showing off delicious dishes.
National youth mental health crisis
Dr. Michele Nealon, President of the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, discusses the mental health crisis affecting the nation's youth.
Dr. Michele Nealon, President of the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, discusses the mental health crisis affecting the nation's youth.
How to be a confident and effective communicator
Denise Woods is an international vocal coach and author of the new book, "The Power Of Voice".
Denise Woods is an international vocal coach and author of the new book, "The Power Of Voice".
Protecting your children from unseen threats
Child trafficking...it could be happening in and around your neighborhood. We talked to someone from an organization that educates parents about what and where these types of dangers lurk. She debunks some myths and gives tips on how you can keep your kids safe.
Child trafficking...it could be happening in and around your neighborhood. We talked to someone from an organization that educates parents about what and where these types of dangers lurk. She debunks some myths and gives tips on how you can keep your kids safe.
How to deal with pandemic posture problems
Got some aches and pains that seemingly came out of nowhere? You may be dealing with pandemic posture...especially if you spend your workday slouched over a computer screen. We talked to a manual therapist and movement coach and got some tips on how to deal.
Got some aches and pains that seemingly came out of nowhere? You may be dealing with pandemic posture...especially if you spend your workday slouched over a computer screen. We talked to a manual therapist and movement coach and got some tips on how to deal.
N95 masks and protection against Omicron
ER physician, Dr. Jim Keany, from Providence Mission Hospital provides information on N95 and their protection against Omicron.
ER physician, Dr. Jim Keany, from Providence Mission Hospital provides information on N95 and their protection against Omicron.
Call For Parent Volunteers
It's a problem for school districts across the country. The spread of omicron has left many schools understaffed. It's gotten so challenging in Palo Alto, the Superintendent had to get creative and he's turning to parents to help keep schools open. Superintendent Don Austin joined us live on Good Day LA.
It's a problem for school districts across the country. The spread of omicron has left many schools understaffed. It's gotten so challenging in Palo Alto, the Superintendent had to get creative and he's turning to parents to help keep schools open. Superintendent Don Austin joined us live on Good Day LA.
'Spin & Give'
Kids grow so fast they go through clothes pretty quickly and that can be expensive for parents. That simple fact is one reason that led to a clothing website called 'Spin & Give'...we'll talk to the woman behind this business.
Kids grow so fast they go through clothes pretty quickly and that can be expensive for parents. That simple fact is one reason that led to a clothing website called 'Spin & Give'...we'll talk to the woman behind this business.
Bianca Del Rio of "Everybody's Talking About Jamie"
The hit musical "Everybody's Talking About Jamie" is coming to the Ahmanson theater. Amanda Salas talks with one of its stars, Bianca Del Rio.
The hit musical "Everybody's Talking About Jamie" is coming to the Ahmanson theater. Amanda Salas talks with one of its stars, Bianca Del Rio.
Dating tips for the New Year
Looking to plunge back into the dating pool? We'll talked to a relationship expert who had some advice on how to not only find your match...but also make it last!
Looking to plunge back into the dating pool? We'll talked to a relationship expert who had some advice on how to not only find your match...but also make it last!
A father's second chance
He has been there for one of his sons in every way possible, the other son grew up with his father behind bars. Now best selling author Shaka Senghor has written an incredibly open-hearted journal compiled from letters he sent to his boys. He joined us to talk about this new book 'Letters to the Sons of Society'. .
He has been there for one of his sons in every way possible, the other son grew up with his father behind bars. Now best selling author Shaka Senghor has written an incredibly open-hearted journal compiled from letters he sent to his boys. He joined us to talk about this new book 'Letters to the Sons of Society'. .
Changing the conversation about Autism
For some people it's very difficult to talk about autism but Eric Garcia, who is autistic, says when those discussions take place many of those same people get it wrong. He talks about all of that in his new book 'We're Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation'.
For some people it's very difficult to talk about autism but Eric Garcia, who is autistic, says when those discussions take place many of those same people get it wrong. He talks about all of that in his new book 'We're Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation'.
Jason Reynolds blends images and words to drive home a powerful message
So much has happened in the last couple of years you could write about it forever. Acclaimed author Jason Reynolds has manged to do it in just 3 sentences and the impact is powerful. He talked to us about his new book 'Ain't Burned All the Bright'.
So much has happened in the last couple of years you could write about it forever. Acclaimed author Jason Reynolds has manged to do it in just 3 sentences and the impact is powerful. He talked to us about his new book 'Ain't Burned All the Bright'.