Tech reporter, Shruti Shekar, discusses promised controls to keep kids away from harmful content
Shruti Shekar, tech reporter with Android Central, joined us to discuss promised controls by Facebook that will allow parents to more closely monitor what their kids are doing on its platforms.
Shruti Shekar, tech reporter with Android Central, joined us to discuss promised controls by Facebook that will allow parents to more closely monitor what their kids are doing on its platforms.
UCLA's Institute of the Environment and Sustainability program hopes to protect the environment and promote sustainability
Marilyn Raphael, Director of UCLA's Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, shares how the program hopes to protect the environment and promote sustainability. A star-studded gala takes place tonight to honor environmental heroes.
Marilyn Raphael, Director of UCLA's Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, shares how the program hopes to protect the environment and promote sustainability. A star-studded gala takes place tonight to honor environmental heroes.
Iranian born director shines a light on that country's issues through film
Art can be a reflection of life and society and movies are no exception. Farbod Ardebili is a director who was born and raised in Iran...and is making movies to show the world how life is in his home country. His latest 'Forbidden To See Us Scream in Tehran' tackles women's right or lack of.
Art can be a reflection of life and society and movies are no exception. Farbod Ardebili is a director who was born and raised in Iran...and is making movies to show the world how life is in his home country. His latest 'Forbidden To See Us Scream in Tehran' tackles women's right or lack of.
Cancer Kinship provides connection, and mentorship, and resources to cancer patients
Yolanda Origel is a 10 year survivor of stage three breast cancer, and founder of Cancer Kinship. Cancer Kinship provides connection, and mentorship, and resources to cancer patients.
Yolanda Origel is a 10 year survivor of stage three breast cancer, and founder of Cancer Kinship. Cancer Kinship provides connection, and mentorship, and resources to cancer patients.
New platform spotlights stories of people with disabilities
The Disability Media Network just launched as a space for programming with authentic disability representation and a focus on issues specific to the disability community. The streaming service features news, entertainment, and lifestyle shows. It?s available for streaming online or through the Roku app.
The Disability Media Network just launched as a space for programming with authentic disability representation and a focus on issues specific to the disability community. The streaming service features news, entertainment, and lifestyle shows. It?s available for streaming online or through the Roku app.
Melissa Guida-Richards talks about adoption on GDLA
When Melissa Guida-Richards was 19 she learned a life-altering secret, a secret one of her parents intentionally kept from her. She noticed when she was young that she didn't quite look like her parents. Classmates asked her if she was Latina, she said no, her parents were Italian and Portuguese. And that was what she believed until she found documents proving she and her brother had been adopted, and that they were in fact born in Columbia. The impact that had on her life is the subject of her book. What White Parents Should Know About Transracial Adoption.
When Melissa Guida-Richards was 19 she learned a life-altering secret, a secret one of her parents intentionally kept from her. She noticed when she was young that she didn't quite look like her parents. Classmates asked her if she was Latina, she said no, her parents were Italian and Portuguese. And that was what she believed until she found documents proving she and her brother had been adopted, and that they were in fact born in Columbia. The impact that had on her life is the subject of her book. What White Parents Should Know About Transracial Adoption.
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day
Rudy Ortega Junior is the Tribal President of the Tataviam Tribe, and Vice-chair of the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission. We talk to him about President Biden's Indigenous Peoples' day proclamation, and why the celebrations going on in cities like Los Angeles are so important.
Rudy Ortega Junior is the Tribal President of the Tataviam Tribe, and Vice-chair of the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission. We talk to him about President Biden's Indigenous Peoples' day proclamation, and why the celebrations going on in cities like Los Angeles are so important.
Why uncomfortable conversations about race are necessary
Two women whose parents were white and Japanese met in college 25 years ago and discussed their racial identities. Now Sara Blanchard and Misasha Suzuki Graham do a podcast that continues that conversation and have also written a book called ' Dear White Women: Let?s Get (Un)comfortable Talking About Racism'.
Two women whose parents were white and Japanese met in college 25 years ago and discussed their racial identities. Now Sara Blanchard and Misasha Suzuki Graham do a podcast that continues that conversation and have also written a book called ' Dear White Women: Let?s Get (Un)comfortable Talking About Racism'.
The Crafty Chica joins us on TikTok Tuesday
Kathy, a.k.a. 'The Crafty Chica', is a super-creative artist, author and designer. She has been growing a supportive community around crafting and self-care on TikTok. This Latina, creative entrepreneur is also celebrating the 20th anniversary of her Crafty Chica blog.
Kathy, a.k.a. 'The Crafty Chica', is a super-creative artist, author and designer. She has been growing a supportive community around crafting and self-care on TikTok. This Latina, creative entrepreneur is also celebrating the 20th anniversary of her Crafty Chica blog.
Local business awards scholarships to employees & their families
The CEO of La Princesita Tortiller?a says he cares about those that work for the company, especially over the past year and a half. That's one reason why Rick Rodriguez says scholarships were given out to some of them this past August.
The CEO of La Princesita Tortiller?a says he cares about those that work for the company, especially over the past year and a half. That's one reason why Rick Rodriguez says scholarships were given out to some of them this past August.
Domestic violence can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or nationality. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Katie Yates, from the National Women's Coalition Against Violence and Exploitation, joined us to discuss their ?Washington Says No More? campaign.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Katie Yates, from the National Women's Coalition Against Violence and Exploitation, joined us to discuss their ?Washington Says No More? campaign.
New law requires high school graduates to complete an ethnic studies course
A new California law will require all public high school students to complete an ethnic studies course to qualify for graduation, beginning with the class of 2030. Assemblyman Jose Medina from Riverside wrote the bill and joined us on Good Day LA.
A new California law will require all public high school students to complete an ethnic studies course to qualify for graduation, beginning with the class of 2030. Assemblyman Jose Medina from Riverside wrote the bill and joined us on Good Day LA.
Tips for those working from home
What's the best way to keep your work and personal life apart while working from home? Author Kevin Rizer tackles that and other issues in his new book 'Always Wear Pants: And 99 Other Tips for Surviving and Thriving While You Work from Home'. He had some tips for us this morning.
What's the best way to keep your work and personal life apart while working from home? Author Kevin Rizer tackles that and other issues in his new book 'Always Wear Pants: And 99 Other Tips for Surviving and Thriving While You Work from Home'. He had some tips for us this morning.
A love that broke down barriers and changed US military policy
Colonel Pat Thompson was a decorated army nurse who was also lesbian during a time when being gay in the military was prohibited. She was given an assignment in 1992 that changed her and her future wife's lives forever. Their amazing story is told in the new documentary "Surviving the Silence' which debuts October 19th on Amazon and Apple.
Colonel Pat Thompson was a decorated army nurse who was also lesbian during a time when being gay in the military was prohibited. She was given an assignment in 1992 that changed her and her future wife's lives forever. Their amazing story is told in the new documentary "Surviving the Silence' which debuts October 19th on Amazon and Apple.
Stars of ?American Rust? on Showtime share how they got their roles on the series
Amanda Salas caught up with two of the stars on Showtime's series "American Rust." Alex Neustaedter and Julia Mayorga share their process and reaction to being cast on the show, their favorite activities to do in Los Angeles, and Julia shares her heritage with us for Hispanic Heritage Month. The drama airs on Sundays and is based on the book of the same name. The series also stars Jeff Daniels, Maura Tierney, Mark Pellegrino, and David Alvarez.
Amanda Salas caught up with two of the stars on Showtime's series "American Rust." Alex Neustaedter and Julia Mayorga share their process and reaction to being cast on the show, their favorite activities to do in Los Angeles, and Julia shares her heritage with us for Hispanic Heritage Month. The drama airs on Sundays and is based on the book of the same name. The series also stars Jeff Daniels, Maura Tierney, Mark Pellegrino, and David Alvarez.
Rediscover California: Big Bear
FOX 11's Sandra Endo takes us to Big Bear where the community is celebrating Oktoberfest.
FOX 11's Sandra Endo takes us to Big Bear where the community is celebrating Oktoberfest.
LA County Office of Education surprises Las Virgenes Unified School District Superintendent
Las Virgenes Unified School District Superintendent, Dr. Dan Stepenosky has been recognized as the 2021 Los Angeles County Superintendent of the Year by the Los Angeles County Office of Education. He tells what it was like to be surprised with this honor yesterday!
Las Virgenes Unified School District Superintendent, Dr. Dan Stepenosky has been recognized as the 2021 Los Angeles County Superintendent of the Year by the Los Angeles County Office of Education. He tells what it was like to be surprised with this honor yesterday!
NFL players helping destigmatize conversations about mental health: Meet the woman behind the movement
Some of the biggest, toughest, most macho players in the NFL are helping destigmatize conversations about mental health problems by talking about their own struggles. It's part of an incredible program the Indianapolis Colts have started called "Kicking the Stigma."
Some of the biggest, toughest, most macho players in the NFL are helping destigmatize conversations about mental health problems by talking about their own struggles. It's part of an incredible program the Indianapolis Colts have started called "Kicking the Stigma."
Meet the woman leading effort behind NFL players destigmatizing conversations about mental health
Some of the biggest, toughest, most macho players in the NFL are helping destigmatize conversations about mental health problems by talking about their own struggles. It's part of an incredible program the Indianapolis Colts have started called "Kicking the Stigma." The woman behind it, one of the team's owners, Kalen Jackson, joined us live on Good Day LA.
Some of the biggest, toughest, most macho players in the NFL are helping destigmatize conversations about mental health problems by talking about their own struggles. It's part of an incredible program the Indianapolis Colts have started called "Kicking the Stigma." The woman behind it, one of the team's owners, Kalen Jackson, joined us live on Good Day LA.
Orange County restaurant hosts oil spill cleanup fundraiser
The O Sea restaurant in Orange is hosting a fundraiser in the aftermath of a massive oil spill that has devasted the Orange County coast.
The O Sea restaurant in Orange is hosting a fundraiser in the aftermath of a massive oil spill that has devasted the Orange County coast.